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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.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 227 ratings
32 pages· 1,984 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
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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
- ~561L
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The fine print
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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