Corduroy Writes a Letter

by Alison Inches, Allan Eitzen (Illustrator), Don Freeman (Creator)

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures in a story about using your voice. Now available in Step into Reading, the premier reader line!

When Lisa wants to contact a movie theater owner about a problem, she thinks he's too important and won't respond. Can Corduroy help his friend with her good deed? He shows her how powerful a letter can be, and that speaking up about a problem can make a change!

Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Genres: Fiction, Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published May 24, 2002

Reviews

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lisa, young reader age, inspires her bear, Corduroy, to write a letter. Reading and writing, both, matter. This story inspires me, not just Corduroy.

Readers learn that activism can make a difference. Meaning what? Even an early reader can write and mail a letter which could make something that grownups do... improve.

Wonderful lesson in making a difference: And let's acknowledge, it's not easy to write an effective Level 2 book, but Alison Inches has definitely developed the knack.

As I rate this book I'm feeling FIVE STAR happy at teaching children worthwhile skills, not only reading but stepping up to contribute to society

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Corduroy and I love how this book showed how powerful letters can be and how important it is to speak up and let your voice get heard. It was great to see Corduroy not give up and I'm glad in the end, the owner of Corduroy decided to finally write a letter too. I do think that the concept of writing letters to the places Cordorouy wrote might be a bit outdated since technology has so advanced now with social media and emails, but it still carried the same message: to speak up when you see something or want to let someone know about something.

[Jana · Rating 3 out of 5]

This cute picture book helps young readers see how helpful writing letters can be. The cute little teddy bear, Corduroy, helps Lisa write business letters to the bakery, the movie theater and the local radio station. As a result, the bakery's cookies have more sprinkles, the lights on the marquee sign are replaced, and Lisa's favorite song is played more often on the radio. This would be a good way to talk to kids about writing business letters.

[Anthony · Rating 3 out of 5]

When Lisa's cookies have fewer sprinkles, Corduroy writes a letter to the baker and when the theater marque is missing a few light bulbs Corduroy write a letter to the owner, and both letters gets results. Finally Lisa writes a letter to her favorite radio station, and it gets the best results of all. This story shows the reader the power of the written word.

[Bob Bajek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corduroy learns that writing letters can be an effective way to communicate to others. I tried writing a letter after reading the book, and it received a good reception. Well illustrated and cute book. ❤️

[Asher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like when they get to hear Teddy Bear Bop on the radio.

[Marion · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun idea. So sorry letter writing is so out of style these days.

[Rosa Cline · Rating 3 out of 5]

In this book it was interesting as the author is encouraging something that we don't see now a days,...if something is bothering you write to the person-owner and let them know. The little girl doesn't think her letter would matter, but Corduroy writes them for her and makes a difference. The girl sees the results and writes one of her own. Knowing she can make a difference by making her voice be known.

[Beyond the Pages with Eva K · Rating 4 out of 5]

Corduroy Writes a Letter is an excellent book. It is the type of book that educates and empowers. I love that it shows young children that they have the ability to bring about change. By the end of the book, the main character realized that her voice mattered. Outstanding lesson!

I secured this book from my local library.

[Rachael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Corduroy Writes a Letter by Don Freeman LEVEL 2
Corduroy is a classic favorite. Like all teddies, he gives his buddy Lisa the courage to express herself through letters that suggest small improvements. Lisa is timid at first, but with Corduroy’s support, she finds her writing voice.

[Brandi Streeval · Rating 5 out of 5]

cute book read this to my daughter she loves corduroy

[Simone · Rating 4 out of 5]

Andre laughed at "Movie Eater."

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a funny book. I loved it A Lot!!! You should read the book.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Guided reading level K