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The Leaf Thief: (The Perfect Fall Book for Children and Toddlers)
by Alice Hemming, Nicola Slater
Published
August 3, 2021
Pages
32 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Available Formats & Prices
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$4.49
Paperback
$10.71
Audio CD
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About This Book
A New York Times Bestseller! Perfect for fans of Fletcher and the Falling Leaves , The Leaf Thief is a funny picture book that teaches kids about autumn, adapting to change, and the seasons. Squirrel loves counting the leaves on his tree―red leaves, gold leaves, orange, and more.
But hold on! One of his leaves is missing! On a quest to find the missing leaf, Squirrel teams up with his good friend Bird to discover who the leaf thief could be among their forest friends.
With vibrant art and captivating characters, the magic of autumn is captured beautifully on each page as readers tag along Squirrel's forest adventure. Is there truly a leaf thief afoot, or is something else going on in Squirrel's forest? A perfect exploration of change―both seasonal, and the anxiety that change sometimes causes.
Bonus material explaining about the changing of the seasons. Poised to be a new fall classic. Pick up The Leaf Thief if you are looking for: A classic read for ages 4 and up Back to school books, ideal for your classroom, homeschool curriculum, and more!
Seasonal and educational stories about the changing seasons
Introduction
Once upon a vibrant autumn day in the heart of a colorful forest, a curious little squirrel awakes to find his beautiful tree missing its leaves. Determined to solve this mystery, our furry friend embarks on a delightful journey of discovery and wonder. Alongside his trusty companions, he explores the enchanting world of falling leaves, making friends and learning valuable lessons about nature, change, and the magic of the season.
Children will delight in this heartwarming tale that captures the essence of fall, filled with vivid illustrations and gentle surprises.
Key Takeaways
Encourages children to explore the beauty and magic of autumn fostering a deep appreciation for nature. Promotes critical thinking as young readers solve the mystery of disappearing leaves with the little squirrel. Offers heartwarming moments and fun inspiring camaraderie and adventure among young children and toddlers.
Detailed Description
Join a curious squirrel on an enchanting autumn journey as he discovers the mysteries of the disappearing leaves. Amid the vibrant hues of fall this heartwarming adventure offers little readers a chance to indulge in nature's magic exploring the change of seasons through curious eyes. Once the squirrel's beloved home is stripped of its colorful leaves children are invited to help solve this playful mystery where imagination meets the curiosity of a child.
The Leaf Thief is not just a story but an invitation to embrace change a natural phenomenon captured beautifully through the squirrel’s antics. Alongside catchy rhythms and vivid illustrations young minds are drawn into an educational yet entertaining narrative. As the trees transform children learn that change can be beautiful and create opportunities for friendships and growth.
With engaging text and warm illustrations the story captivates toddlers encouraging them to ask questions and seek answers. From the very first page the little squirrel's enthusiasm for his surroundings becomes contagious. Discover how the mystery unravels offering a storytime experience that leaves youngsters both entertained and enlightened.
Standout Features
The Leaf Thief stands out through its whimsical storytelling and captivating colorful illustrations that bring autumn to life The detailed artwork encourages children to explore and interact with each vibrant page Its blend of mystery and education stimulates young minds making learning about nature and the seasons both fun and insightful The story cleverly captures the essence of change in a way that's relatable to children This book uniquely combines friendship and adventure promoting team spirit and collaboration It invites toddlers to see the forest through the curious eyes of a squirrel making every page turn a delightful discovery.
Book Details
1728235200
978-1728235202
10.09 x 0.33 x 11.08 inches
2.31 pounds
Specifications
Rating
Based on 2777 ratings
Customer Reviews
Read 10x within the first 24 hrs
My 3yo loves this book! It’s fall in Boise and tbe squirrels have all come out of hibernation to collect the acorns falling from the trees. My little guy has taken to pretending to be a squirrel digging up acorns and offering them to us. It’s so sweet. I saw this book for sale and thought it would be a hit—both for the squirrel element and for learning about autumn. This book has been BETTER THAN I COULD’VE IMAGINED! We read it back to back to back. It’s funny. It’s thoughtful. It teaches about why the leaves fall. It’s PERFECT!
So cute!
My kids love this story and so do I!
Colorful, Entertaining, and Science Too!
The hardcover has just the right amount of copper colored foil on the leaves, title, and author/illustrator information which make it impossible to pass on the shelf. The bright brash colors and simplicity of the illustrations is complementary to the text and the hyper over-acting of the squirrel character likening him to actor Jim Cary. The very primary science aspect of this book is engaging, and the facts about Autumn in the back of the book extends learning in an entertaining way. Every environmental educator will appreciate the learning opportunities this book offers. Reviewed by Books Children Read.
cutest fall book!
Such a great read and so many fun activities you can do with the book!
Leaf thief will add so many smiles
Adorable
This book is so cute. Perfect fall book! We have made it a tradition every year to read this book in the beginning of September.
Favorite book that endures beginning at 15 months
My 15 month old grandson immediately loved this book when he received it and 5 months later is still a favorite- Though most of his books at the time were board books, he always eagerly pulled this off the shelf and sat through the whole book. The pages have quite a bit of dialogue so it can be reduced as needed for attention spans building up to reading the whole page. My grandson knew "Bird!" was coming after one read and laughs. He is now 20 months and still he picks it most nights as part of bedtime stories. The pictures are fun and it is a cute story. As a speech path- I love how engaging the book is for little ones and I am sure my grandson will continue to enjoy the book through his preschool years. The end of the book has interesting science facts as well (the book can "grow" with him). I highly recommend it!
Fun Little Book, Great for My Own Leaf Thief
This is a delightful book that's perfect for my little leaf enthusiast. My toddler, who loves picking up leaves and bringing them home (which is why I absolutely had to grab this, haha), finds this story enjoyable and humorous, as do we! It's a fun read with engaging illustrations, and its just long enough to make it feel like a great value. The book has quickly become a favorite in our household, and an excellent addition to our reading collection. Would recommend!
