The Suitcase
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2019 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

The Suitcase

Written and illustrated by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros

A stranger arrives with a suitcase, sparking questions and testing trust.

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,617 ratings
32 pages· 364 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~260L
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Bookroo's summary

A weary stranger arrives in a town with only a suitcase, stirring curiosity and suspicion among the locals. As they ponder his origins and the suitcase's contents, they face a choice: trust the newcomer or risk the consequences of doubt. This tale explores themes of hope, kindness, and the treatment of those in need, challenging perceptions and highlighting the power of compassion in a world where many feel displaced.

From the publisher

A powerful story about immigration, trust, and new beginnings, full of heart and humanity, for anyone who has ever felt unwelcome or out of place. Perfect for fans of Allen Say, Francesca Sanna, and Yuyi Morales.

When a weary stranger arrives one day, with only a suitcase, everyone is full of questions:

Why is he here?

Where has he come from?

And just what is in that suitcase?

To learn the answers, they can either trust the newcomer or discover what they risk by not believing him.

A story about hope and kindness, truth and perception—and most importantly, about how we treat those in need.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
364
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~260L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
518524
Publication
Published
September 29, 2020
First published
January 1, 2019
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780358329602

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