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Out of Nowhere
Ages 4–8 · 2020
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2019 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
The Suitcase
Written & illustrated by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros
A stranger arrives with a suitcase, sparking questions and testing trust.
32 pages· 364 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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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
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.8
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
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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