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About The Book
From the author-illustrator of Something Extraordinary comes a tale filled with dragons, pickles, friendship, and lots of mail—perfect for fans of Mo Williams and Bob Shea.
Liam really wants some mail, so he writes a letter to his mailbox asking for something in return. His mailbox delivers, sending Liam more than he could have hoped for…and how! But as the mail starts to pile up, Liam realizes that the best packages and parcels are even better when shared with friends.
Liam really wants some mail, so he writes a letter to his mailbox asking for something in return. His mailbox delivers, sending Liam more than he could have hoped for…and how! But as the mail starts to pile up, Liam realizes that the best packages and parcels are even better when shared with friends.
About The Author
Photograph by Kelsey Clanton
Ben Clanton is a lot like a mutant potato. He too enjoys mud, eating stuff, and playing games. When Ben isn’t doing these things (and sometimes when he is), he likes to make books. Books like the Tater Tales series, It Came in the Mail, Something Extraordinary, and the New York Times bestselling Narwhal and Jelly series. See what he is up to at BenClanton.com.
About The Illustrator
Photograph by Kelsey Clanton
Ben Clanton is a lot like a mutant potato. He too enjoys mud, eating stuff, and playing games. When Ben isn’t doing these things (and sometimes when he is), he likes to make books. Books like the Tater Tales series, It Came in the Mail, Something Extraordinary, and the New York Times bestselling Narwhal and Jelly series. See what he is up to at BenClanton.com.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (August 1, 2016)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781481403603
- Ages: 4 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
"Lively, humorous, and child-appealing."
– Kirkus Reviews
"[A] genial twist on a fable of greed."
– Publishers Weekly
“Clanton’s latest picture book reminds readers that the mailbox is and will always be a magical invention, no matter where you live in the world. Storytimes and classroom units on community helpers will be enlivened by a read-aloud of this selection.”
– School Library Journal
“Full of wordplay and visual jokes, this imaginative fantasy takes a child’s wish seriously and then humorously explores it to extreme fulfillment.”
– Booklist
"The wish-fulfillment plot will appeal to kids."
– The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Awards and Honors
- Georgia Children's Book Award
- Nevada Young Readers' Award Nominee
- Wanda Gág Read Aloud Book Award (MN)
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- Book Cover Image (jpg): It Came in the Mail Hardcover 9781481403603
- Author Photo (jpg): Ben Clanton Photograph by Kelsey Clanton(0.1 MB)
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