The Box
No. of pages 24
Published: 2007
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"The Box" by Martha Lightfoot explores the life of a young girl who discovers an old, mysterious box in her attic. Intrigued, she opens it to find letters, photographs, and trinkets that unravel her family's hidden past. As she delves deeper into the stories contained within, she uncovers secrets that reshape her understanding of her identity and the legacy of those who came before her. Through this journey, the girl learns about love, loss, and the importance of embracing one’s heritage, ultimately leading her to a profound connection with her family's history and a fresh perspective on her own life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 24 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 2007 by Meadowside Children's Books .
MANDY ARCHER is an experienced writer and consultant for the children's book publishing industry. Pre-school development is one of her areas of expertise. She was formerly Creative Head of Children's Books at BBC Worldwide. MARTHA LIGHTFOOT's first illustrations were inspired by a job designing children's fancy dress costumes. Her quirky, humorous illustrations bring her characters to life in an engaging way.