The Snatchabook

Snatchabook
Synopsis
It's bedtime in the woods of Burrow Down, and all the animals are ready for their bedtime story. But books are mysteriously disappearing. Eliza Brown decides to stay awake and catch the book thief. It turns out to be a little creature called the Snatchabook who has no one to read him a bedtime story. All turns out well when the books are returned and the animals take turns reading bedtime stories to the Snatchabook.
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Mindful Muslim Review

A sweet story about empathy, redemption, and forgiveness centers on a town’s beloved nightly routine of reading, making this a perfect bedtime read-aloud. Someone has been stealing books and once the culprit has been identified, young children will see how listening leads to understanding, kindness, and compassion, ultimately helping to “turn a wrong into a right.” Children will also learn the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions and making amends. The rhythmic text and heart-warming illustrations enrich the story and the endearing message leaves children wanting to have this read aloud night after night. For another great story by the same authors, Mindful Muslim Reader recommends The Story Book Knight.

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Illustrator: Thomas Docherty
Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Published: 10/1/2013
Page Count: 32
ISBN13: 9781402290824
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