A Letter to Amy

Name: A Letter to Amy
ISBN: 9780064430630

by Ezra Jack Keats

Peter wants to invite his special friend Amy to his birthday party with a surprise invitation. Rushing out in a thunderstorm to mail it, he accidentally bumps into Amy, creating a moment of worry and

About This Book

Ezra Jack Keats' classic picture book, 'A Letter to Amy,' follows Peter, a beloved character from 'The Snowy Day,' as he prepares for his birthday party. He decides to send a special, secret invitation to Amy, a girl he considers a very important friend. His determined rush to mail the letter during a thunderstorm leads to an accidental collision with Amy herself, knocking her down. This mishap creates a moment of anxiety for Peter, who worries if Amy will still come to his party. The story gently explores themes of friendship, making mistakes, seeking forgiveness, and the simple joys of anticipation, all set against Keats' signature urban backdrop.

Peter wants to invite Amy to his birthday party but he wants it to be a surprise.

Concepts

Friendship & Loyalty Anxiety & Worry Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Forgiveness & Redemption Shame & Guilt Anger & Frustration Resilience & Perseverance Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Creativity & Imagination Making Friends Growing Up Being Different Friendship & Social Weather & Seasons

Heads up, parents

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Scary Scenes

Discussion Prompts

Why do you think Peter wanted to send Amy a special invitation?

How do you think Peter felt when he bumped into Amy? How do you think Amy felt?

Have you ever accidentally hurt someone or made a mistake? What did you do?

What does it mean to forgive someone? Why is it important?

What are some ways you show your friends you care about them?