Dear Mr. Henshaw
- Nora Sifuentes
- Jun 29, 2021
- 1 min read
Cleary, B., & Zelinsky, P. O. (1983). Dear Mr. Henshaw. New York, NY: HarperCollins.
After his parents divorce, ten-year-old Leigh Botts had to move with his mom to a new school in a new town. Leigh feels lonely and had a difficult time coping with his new life with an absent father. Leigh finds comfort by writing letters to his favorite author and starts a private dairy. His writing helped Leigh mature and accept his new life.
Beverly Cleary captivated a strong topic through a narrative that displays how difficult it can be for a child to accept that his parents will no longer be together. Through vivid writing, we witness the protagonist’s evolution as he learns how to cope with life-challenges in a mature manner. This fictional story exposes the themes of family, divorce, and loneliness. This book is an excellent resource that can be used to encourage children to identify and express their emotions through writing.
Similar books:
Amber Brown wants extra credit by Paula Danziger
So totally Emily Ebers by Lisa Yee
Don't make me smile by Barbara Park
From the same author:
Book trailer:
Comments