The mailbox theme series
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The Mailbox Theme Series is a popular and iconic series of children's books written and illustrated by Lois Ehlert. The series features a cast of animal characters, each with their own unique personality and story, all centered around the theme of mail and the mailbox.
Here are some of the most well-known books in the series:
- Mailbox (1990) - The first book in the series introduces us to the main character, a friendly mailbox named Max, who loves to receive mail and deliver it to his friends.
- Leaf Man (2005) - In this book, Max's friend Leaf Man writes to him from his travels, sharing stories of his adventures and the different places he's been.
- Snowflake Bentley (2006) - This book tells the story of a snowflake named Bentley who writes to Max about his journey from the sky to the ground, where he becomes part of a beautiful winter scene.
- Waiting for Wings (2009) - In this book, Max receives a letter from a butterfly named Lily, who is waiting for her wings to grow so she can fly.
- The Moon Book (2011) - Max receives a letter from the Moon, who shares stories of her phases and the different ways she appears in the night sky.
The Mailbox Theme Series is known for its colorful, collage-style illustrations and engaging stories that encourage children to explore the world around them. The books are perfect for early readers or for reading aloud to younger children.
What's your favorite book in the series?