The Quilt Story

Illustrated by Tomie dePaola
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$7.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Puffin Books
120 per carton
On sale Jun 18, 1996 | 978-0-698-11368-8
Age 3-5 years
Reading Level: Lexile AD490L
Sales rights: World
After a move to a new home, comfort comes from a surprising place.

Long ago, a young girl named Abigail put her beloved patchwork quilt in the attic. Generations later, another young girl discovers the quilt and makes it her own, relying on its warmth to help her feel secure in a new home.
★"A quilt that provides warmth, fun, and comfort to two different generations is the star of this rich picture book. . . dePaola provides a warm, dignified interpretation of Johnston's story." --Booklist, starred review

"A lovely collaboration of artist and author. . . A treasure." --Children's Book Review Service

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After a move to a new home, comfort comes from a surprising place.

Long ago, a young girl named Abigail put her beloved patchwork quilt in the attic. Generations later, another young girl discovers the quilt and makes it her own, relying on its warmth to help her feel secure in a new home.

Praise

★"A quilt that provides warmth, fun, and comfort to two different generations is the star of this rich picture book. . . dePaola provides a warm, dignified interpretation of Johnston's story." --Booklist, starred review

"A lovely collaboration of artist and author. . . A treasure." --Children's Book Review Service