The Secret Birthday Message
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

The Secret Birthday Message

Written and illustrated by Eric Carle

A coded message leads a boy on a thrilling treasure hunt with a delightful surprise at the end.

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32 pages· 390L
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On his birthday, Tim receives a mysterious coded letter instead of a gift. This sets him on an adventurous treasure hunt through dark caves and tunnels. As Tim deciphers each clue, the anticipation builds. What awaits him at the end of this thrilling journey? Join Tim in unraveling the mystery and discover the delightful surprise that awaits. Will he find the treasure, or is there more to this birthday adventure than meets the eye? Dive into a world of codes, clues, and unexpected twists in this captivating tale.

From the publisher

It is Tim’s birthday. Instead of a package, Tim gets a mysterious letter – written in code! Tim – and the reader – are off, following the clues. And at the end of the treasure hunt is a wonderful birthday surprise!

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
390L
Themes & topics
Books about birthdaysBooks about first conceptsBooks about size and shapeBooks about holidaysBooks about treasure hunts
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.7
F&P level
~K
Publication
Published
May 23, 1972
First published
May 23, 1986
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064430999

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