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The Sun Thief Picture Book By Alice Hemming - Squirrel And Bird Summer Adventure

The Sun Thief Picture Book By Alice Hemming - Squirrel And Bird Summer Adventure

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Ages 3-7
Kids who love animal stories and mysteries
Bedtime reading and learning about seasons
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Product Overview

The Sun Thief Picture Book follows Squirrel and Bird through a summer mystery as they investigate why the sun is setting earlier each evening. Squirrel is convinced there must be a sun thief at work, especially now that he's brushing his teeth in the dark when just weeks ago the sun was still out at bedtime. The story tracks the duo as they search for answers to the changing summer nights.

  • Picture book featuring Squirrel and Bird characters
  • Mystery story about why summer nights grow shorter
  • Follows the characters investigating who is "stealing" the sun
  • Squirrel and Bird return in this seasonal adventure

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Use Cases

  • Bedtime story for children
  • Picture book for early readers who enjoy animal characters
  • Gift for fans of Squirrel and Bird stories
  • Summer or autumn storytime at home or library

Age Suitability

  • minimum safe age: 3 years
  • ideal age range: 4-8 years
  • developmental fit: 3-4 years: Follows the illustrated mystery with adult support 5-7 years: Engages with the seasonal concept and investigative storyline independently or with minimal help

Play Patterns

  • primary play type: Shared reading
  • play structure: Linear narrative with a mystery premise
  • social context: One-one or small group read-aloud
  • adult involvement: Adult reads aloud and may discuss the seasonal concept
  • session length: Single sitting, typical picture book length

What Makes It Fun

  • Squirrel and Bird share a summer story where the sun goes missing.

Why They'll Love It

  • * Picture book starring Squirrel and Bird characters * Summer adventure story by Alice Hemming * Colorful illustrations bring the tale to life
Customer Q&A

What is the story about?

Squirrel and Bird investigate why the sun is setting earlier each evening, with Squirrel convinced there must be a sun thief at work as summer nights grow shorter.

Who are the main characters?

The main characters are Squirrel and Bird.

Is this part of a series?

Squirrel and Bird return in this picture book, indicating they appear in other stories.

What format is this book?

This is a picture book.