Yes, Virginia
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2010 · Est. 16 min read-aloud

Yes, Virginia

Written by Chris Plehal · Illustrated by James Bernardin

A girl's question sparks a city's belief in magic.

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32 pages· 1,984 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud· ~560L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1897, young Virginia O'Hanlon's innocent question to the New York Sun ignites a powerful response. The editor's heartfelt reply defends hope and the magic of childhood, transforming a simple inquiry into a timeless Christmas legend. As Virginia's quest for truth unfolds, the city learns to embrace the spirit of belief. Will her letter change hearts forever?

From the publisher

In 1897, eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote the New York Sun to ask a simple question: Is there a Santa Claus? The editor’s response was a stirring defense of hope, generosity, and the spirit of childhood. His essay has been reprinted countless times since, and the phrase “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” has become part of American Christmas lore. Based on these actual events, Yes, Virginia is the story of a little girl who taught a city to believe.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,984
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~560L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
141181
Publication
Published
September 28, 2010
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062001733
LCCN
2010009387

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