Three Little Words

Pearce, Clemency

ISBN 10: 0375971831 ISBN 13: 9780375971839

Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers, 2014

Synopsis

Perfect for Valentine's Day, graduation, birthdays, or anytime a hug is required, this beautiful book lets children know their parents will always be there for them!

What are the three little words that make everything better? I Love You! Preschoolers will love snuggling with their families and counting all the ways that the three little words “I love you” can solve most every childhood concern. With warm, cuddly, reassuring illustrations of adorable animal families, this book lets children know that their parents will always be there with lots of hugs and kisses.

"Each time the phrase I love you is introduced, Pearce describes it with a different adjective, such as mighty, friendly, or winning, which emphasizes the myriad ways unconditional love can rescue upsetting moments.... The bouncy rhythm makes it fun to read aloud, especially since little ones will easily catch on to the repeated refrain. Great for any time a kiddo needs a boost of confidence."—Booklist

About this title

About the Author

Clemency Pearce is the author of eight books, including Frangoline and the Midnight Dream and the Princess Milly chapter book series. She lives in Essex, England, with her toothless Persian cat, Lola.

Rosalind Beardshaw is the illustrator of numerous books for children. She lives in York, England.

From School Library Journal

PreS—Forest animals in colorful, patterned clothing learn that those who love them can provide needed comfort when they are feeling lonely or discouraged. The story opens with a young raccoon who feels sad and helpless when he is to unable to reach any fruit on the tree. "When you feel so very small,/when no one seems to care at all,/what can make you ten feet tall? 3 little words..."I love you." His basket is now filled with fruit after riding on top of Dad's head. A little red fox is crying because he fell down while racing an adorable badger and a little mouse in a red sweat suit. But three words make him feel better: "I love you!" This kit is now being held up high by Mom and Dad while wearing a gold star on his blue jogging suit. Animals including beavers, rabbits and hedgehogs find themselves in uncomfortable situations but are all soothed by the three key words. The sweet illustrations are as comforting as the rhyming text. The book ends by describing a few difficult situations involving other people, where four little words, not three, are called for: "I love you too!"—Robin Sofge, Alexandria Library, VA

Edition details

• Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0375971831
• ISBN 13: 9780375971839
• Binding: Library Binding
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Beardshaw Rosalind