The Letter

This sweet picture book shares the warmth that acts of kindness can bring when a wayward letter proclaiming "I love you" is received by lonely Mr. Cat. A perfect option for elementary schoolers and their communities with a beautiful social-emotional lesson. Curmudgeonly Mr. Cat is a withdrawn sourpuss--until he receives a surprise letter. Believing that someone out there loves him, curiosity sends him out into his community to investigate who it could be. Through different acts of kindness, Mr. Cat learns that he isn’t as alone as he thought as he meets new friends. A perfect social-emotional learning book as children learn about how the warmth of love can ripple out from one act of kindness.

Publishing Details

Author : Irene Verdu

Illustrator : Veronica Aranda

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 40

Size: 8.44 x 10.31 in

Year Published: 2024

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Animals, Friendship, Social Emotional