In "Dead Letter" by Betsy Byars, a young boy named Simon discovers a mysterious letter that has been lost for years. Intrigued, he embarks on a quest to find the intended recipient, a journey that leads him to learn about the past and uncover secrets hidden within his community. Along the way, Simon faces challenges that test his courage and resourcefulness, while forming new friendships and gaining a deeper understanding of the people around him. The story highlights themes of curiosity, perseverance, and the importance of connection, all tied together by the magic of an unexpected letter. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Herculeah Jones Mysteries .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 160 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2006 by Puffin Books .

Betsy Byars is a Newbery Medal winner and a National Book Award winner. Her books have appeared on the best books lists of the American Library Association, School Library Journal , and American Bookseller , among others