My Little Island by Frane Lessac

My Little Island

Paperback – Picture Book, June 26, 1987

Frane Lessac

HarperCollins · Paperback · June 26, 1987

Fiery colors and hundreds of details evoke the sun–drenched beauty, the sweet smells, and the joyful sounds of a jewel–like little Caribbean island that a young boy rediscovers while on a visit with his best friend.

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Who it’s for
For children ages 3–6
Themes
Caribbean island scenery, Childhood friendship
Genres
Caribbean & Latin American Stories

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About this book

Fiery colors and hundreds of details evoke the sun–drenched beauty, the sweet smells, and the joyful sounds of a jewel–like little Caribbean island that a young boy rediscovers while on a visit with his best friend. Ages 3–6

Who it’s for

  • For children ages 3–6
  • For readers who enjoy sensory descriptions of island scenery

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Caribbean & Latin American Stories90%

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Publisher categories

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Places to Explore
  • Caribbean & Latin American Stories
Authors
Frane Lessac
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
June 26, 1987
Format
Paperback
Theme
Caribbean island scenery · Childhood friendship
Reading lane
Nature & Wildlife