The Umbrella
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

The Umbrella

Written by Beth Ferry · Illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld

A girl and her dog find a way to bring light to a rainy town.

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48 pages· 143 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· ~520L
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Bookroo's summary

In a perpetually rainy town, a little girl and her loyal dog stumble upon a way to illuminate their dreary world. With humor and heart, they show how one bright idea can spread joy and change everything. Will their discovery inspire others to see the light in the gloom? This charming tale of persistence and kindness is a bedtime favorite, promising laughter and warmth with every turn of the page.

From the publisher

From the New York Times bestselling creators behind Stick and Stone comes an inspiring story of persistence, kindness, and curiosity–a perfect read-aloud, rain or shine.In a dreary town where it always rains, a little girl and her dog discover an unexpected way to spread the light. Told with surprise and humor, here is a story of generosity, perseverance, and the way that happiness can be contagious–all it takes is one person and a bright idea.This gorgeously illustrated story is a feel-good classic in the making for all bedtimes and story times.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Words
143
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
March 21, 2023
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780358447726

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