Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

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EmotionalHumorousChildren's BookEarly 20th CenturyHeart-WarmingBack-to-SchoolSchool / Classroom FriendlyFriendship Dynamics
Picture Books

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Kevin Henkes

$7.95
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Lilly, an effervescent young mouse, is utterly delighted with her new purple plastic purse, a gift from her grandmother. She loves it so much that she decides to bring it to school, despite her teacher Mr. Slinger's rule against toys. This act of defiance leads to Lilly's purse being confiscated, triggering a cascade of intense emotions in Lilly, including profound disappointment and embarrassment, which she expresses through dramatic and somewhat disruptive behavior. The story compellingly explores themes of responsibility, empathy, and the consequences of impulsive actions. As Lilly grapples with her feelings and the embarrassment of her situation, she begins to understand the importance of considering others and learning from mistakes. The book is highly engaging for young readers due to its relatable depiction of childhood joys, frustrations, and the everyday challenges of navigating school rules and social interactions. Mr. Slinger's approach to teaching Lilly a valuable lesson about empathy and forgiveness offers a gentle yet effective narrative arc, making the story both humorous and heartwarming.

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$7.95

1 copy

Publisher

Scholastic Incorporated

Pages

30

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780439642873

ISBN-10

0439642876

Language

English

Published

1996-01-01