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The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found

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In The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found by Karina Yan Glaser, the five Vanderbeeker siblings navigate a new challenge as they try to help their community on 141st Street. With a perfect blend of heart and humour, the children embark on a mission filled with surprises and lessons, reinforcing the importance of family and friendship. It's a warm and engaging tale set in a lively neighbourhood, offering young readers both laughter and inspiration.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This heartwarming tale may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about family, adventure, and community, as it follows a spirited group of siblings navigating challenges and uncovering delightful surprises. Perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of humour, charm, and a touch of mystery, it offers an engaging and uplifting reading experience suitable for children and adults alike.

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As they look forward to the New York City Marathon in which their friend Mr. B. will run, the Vanderbeeker children learn that one of their good friends is homeless.

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New York Times best-seller Karina Yan Glaser brings everyone's favourite Harlem family back in this poignant fourth novel in the "delightful and heartwarming" (New York Times Book Review) Vanderbeekers series.

When autumn arrives on 141st Street, the Vanderbeekers are busy helping Mr. Beiderman get ready for the New York City Marathon and making sure the mysterious person sleeping in the community garden gets enough to eat. But when they discover the true identity of the person making a home in the community garden's shed, their world turns upside down as they learn what it means to care for someone in an impossible situation.

In this fourth book in the Vanderbeekers series, return to 141st Street with Isa, Jessie, Oliver, Hyacinth, and Laney as they attempt to make their neighbourhood a better place, one heartfelt plan at a time.

AGES: 8 to 12

AUTHOR: Karina Glaser is the New York Times best-selling author of the Vanderbeekers series. A former teacher as well as employee of New York City's largest provider of transitional housing for the homeless, Karina is now a contributor to Book Riot. She lives in Harlem, New York City with her husband, two daughters, and an assortment of rescued animals. One of her proudest achievements is raising two kids who can't go anywhere without a book.

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The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found by Karina Yan Glaser has received positive reviews for its heartwarming narrative and charming portrayal of a family adventure. The story skilfully balances themes of friendship, community, and resilience, appealing to both young readers and adults alike. The vibrant characters and engaging plot contribute to a delightful read, making it a beloved addition to children's literature.

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ISBN: 9780358569732

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Karina Glaser is the New York TimesΒ bestselling author of the Vanderbeekers series and A Duet for Home.Β AΒ former teacher as well as employee of New York City’sΒ largest provider of transitional housing for the homeless, Karina is now a contributing editor at Book Riot. Karina lives in Harlem, New York City, with her husband, two children, and assortment of rescue animals. One of her proudest achievements is raising two kids who can’t go anywhere without a book. Visit her at karinaglaser.com.Β 

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