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$1799
Windows
Ages 3–7 · 2017
Sale price
$1697
Board Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020
Under the Lilacs
By E. B. Goodale, E. B. Goodale (Author/Illustrator)
A girl seeks independence but discovers the value of family.
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Feeling overlooked, young Kate escapes to a nearby yard, crafting her own sanctuary under the lilacs. As she revels in newfound freedom, she soon faces a choice: solitude or sharing her space with family. Will her fort remain a solo retreat, or can it become a place for togetherness? Discover the balance between independence and connection in this heartwarming tale.
From the publisher
From Ezra Jack Keats Honor winner E. B. Goodale comes a celebration of nature, family, and building our own hands-on adventures_—_perfect for any reader who has ever craved a bit of independence . . .
In this lush and playful picture book from E. B. Goodale, illustrator of Windows, Kate feels ignored by her mother and sister and so decides to run away. In a neighboring yard, she builds a fort and enjoys a sense of independence—until she finds herself making room for her family in her new home . . . Under the Lilacs is the perfect celebration of striking out on your own—while still making room for everyone.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD590L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.6
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.8
- F&P level
- ~O
Publication
- Published
- March 3, 2020
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Board Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780358153931
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