The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo.
This 150+ page book was a quick read with large text, big spacing, and at least one picture per chapter. Edward Tulane is a china rabbit, well-loved by a little girl but then lost. As he finds out on his journey, his heart becomes lost as well. This book was perfectly safe to read to a 5 and 3-year-old. There is mention of an alcoholic father, but he comes and goes quickly, and is easily editable while reading. A little girl also dies. I just wanted to mention these things, but please, the book does not center around these, but indeed Edwards duel journeys, one for home and one for love.
Fernando Camberos
July 20, 2011 at 3:40 pm
I ordered the book when I read your post and just got it today! Sounds awesome, I’m going to have our student ‘testers’ read it and give us the thumbs up to put it in the library.
Thanks!
Pioneer Mama
July 20, 2011 at 3:52 pm
We also read Because of Winn-Dixie, but the tone on this book we found much better. It was recommended from a good friend and she was right! I hope you enjoy it.