It Came in the Mail [Hardcover]

From the author-illustrator ofSomething Extraordinarycomes a tale filled with dragons, pickles, friendship, and lots of mail—perfect for fans of Mo Williams and Bob Shea.

Liamreallywants 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.Ben Clanton is an author and illustrator whose books include It Came in the Mail; Something Extraordinary; Rex Wrecks It!; Mo’s Mustache; The Table Sets Itself; Vote for Me!;Rot, the Cutest in the World; andRot, the Bravest in the World. He lives with his wife and son in Seattle, Washington. Learn more at BenClanton.com. Lively, humorous, and child-appealing. [A] genial twist on a fable of greed. “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.”“Full of wordplay and visual jokes, this imaginative fantasy takes a child’s wish seriously and then humorously explores it to extreme fulfillment.”"The wish-fulfillment plot will appeal to kids."