The Sun Thief
Alice Hemming
Released Apr 28, 2026 · Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Content report card
What's inside
Violence
Fighting, weapons, death
Language
Swearing, crude humor
Sexual content
Romance intensity, nudity
LGBTQ+ themes
Presence of characters or themes
Scary or mature
Horror, trauma, heavy themes
Substance use
Alcohol, drugs, smoking
What it offers
Positive messages
Kindness, courage, honesty, resilience
Positive role models
Characters who model good judgment and growth
Educational value
History, science, culture, how the world works
A note for parents
This is a gentle picture book sequel featuring animal characters investigating mysterious changes in daylight, designed to help children understand seasonal shifts and adapt to change. The mild mystery framing may create slight curiosity-tinged tension, but the book ultimately teaches observation, reassurance, and scientific thinking through accessible storytelling. It includes educational bonus material about how day length changes and features positive characters modeling problem-solving and friendship.
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From the publisher
From New York Times bestselling author of The Leaf Thief comes the funny summery companion picture book that teaches kids about how the summer days lengthen and shorten again, adapting to change, and the seasons. Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time it's summer! But squirrel is perplexed: a few weeks ago, the sun... From New York Times bestselling author of The Leaf Thief comes the funny summery companion picture book that teaches kids about how the summer days lengthen and shorten again, adapting to change, and the seasons. Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time it's summer! But squirrel is perplexed: a few weeks ago, the sun was still out at bedtime. Now he's brushing his teeth in the dark! There must be... A SUN THIEF! With vibrant art and captivating characters, the magic of summer's changes are captured beautifully on each page as readers tag along on Squirrel's forest adventure. Is there truly a sun thief on the loose, or is something else going on? A perfect exploration of change--both seasonal, and the anxiety that change sometimes causes. Bonus material explaining about the changing of the length of days. Poised to be a new classic. Pick up The Sun Thief if you are looking for: A classic read for ages 4 and up Books for the beginning and end of summer, ideal for your classroom, homeschool curriculum, and more! Seasonal and educational stories about the changing seasons
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ISBN 9781464258183 · Sourcebooks Jabberwocky