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- charming story that brings lonely people together
- portrays the gift that family truly is
- convo: “prayers of thanks” being sent to people rather than God*
- clean language
Type: beginner chapter book
Ages: 5-7
Author: Cynthia Rylant
Illustrator: Preston McDaniels
*I think this is just a lazy (wrong but mostly lazy) phrase that has become popular. It was a minor part of the book.
This wholesome book would make a great read-aloud for kids much younger than reading ages, too. It’s a sweet little story!
Have you read it or any others in the series?
