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Dear Mr. Henshaw

Dear Mr. Henshaw

Children's BooksJuvenile
Pages
134
Published
1983
Language
English

Synopsis

Follow Leigh Botts, a young boy navigating the challenges of his parents' divorce and adjusting to a new school. He finds an unexpected outlet in writing letters to his favorite author, Mr. Henshaw. Through their correspondence, Leigh learns to express himself and cope with the changes in his life.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

HeartwarmingWhimsical
Coming of AgeEpistolary

Genres

Children's Books Juvenile Classics

About the author

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Beverly Cleary

Beverly Cleary is a beloved author whose stories have delighted young readers for generations. She's the creator of the Ramona Quimby series and the adventurous tales of Ralph S. Mouse, like Runaway Ralph. Her books are known for their humor and relatable characters.

Characters

Boyd HenshawSupporting
Mr. FridleySupporting
All characters in Dear Mr. Henshaw

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