The Hundred Penny Box
School year: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 48
Published: 2006
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In "The Hundred Penny Box" by Sharon Bell Mathis, illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon, a young boy named Michael discovers his grandmother's cherished box filled with old pennies. Each penny holds a unique story from her past, reflecting memories of family, history, and the struggles she faced throughout her life. As Michael learns about the significance of these coins, he gains a deeper understanding of his grandmother's experiences and the importance of family heritage. The narrative beautifully captures themes of memory, storytelling, and the value of personal history, bridging the gap between generations through shared tales and wisdom. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Picture Puffin, Puffin, Puffin Newbery Library .
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
LEO and DIANE DILLON together illustrated more than twenty-five acclaimed and award-winning books for children, including the Caldecott Medal winner Why Mosquitos Buzz in People's Ears by Verna Aardema, a retelling of the opera Aida by Leontyne Price, and their own Mother Goose Numbers on the Loose.
