The Quilt Story
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$557
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1985 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Quilt Story

Written by Tony Johnston · Illustrated by Tomie dePaola

A forgotten quilt bridges generations, offering comfort in a new home.

5.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,542 ratings
32 pages· 567 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD490L
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Bookroo's summary

In a new home, a young girl discovers an old patchwork quilt in the attic. Once cherished by Abigail generations ago, the quilt becomes a source of warmth and security. As she wraps herself in its history, will it help her find her place in this unfamiliar world? Uncover the stories woven into its fabric and the unexpected connections it creates.

"Abigail loved the quilt. She wrapped it round her in the quiet dark and watched the winter skies. Sometimes she saw a falling star."

— from the book

From the publisher

After a move to a new home, comfort comes from a surprising place.

Long ago, a young girl named Abigail put her beloved patchwork quilt in the attic. Generations later, another young girl discovers the quilt and makes it her own, relying on its warmth to help her feel secure in a new home.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
567
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD490L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
18406
Publication
Published
June 28, 1996
First published
January 1, 1985
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780698113688
LCCN
84018212
OCLC
52607407

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