The Little I Who Lost His Dot - Hardcover

by Kimberlee Gard (Author), Sandie Sonke (Illustrator)

This playful and heartwarming tale turns the alphabet into a community of helpers.

With vibrant illustrations and clever wordplay, this story teaches phonics, letter recognition, and the power of problem-solving. The surprise ending delivers a gentle message about growing up and finding your own way.

When Little i wakes up for the last day of Alphabet School, he discovers his dot is missing! One by one, his lowercase classmates offer creative replacements--from balloons and donuts to kiwis and quarters--each suggestion tied to their letter's sound and personality.
Perfect for ages 4-8, this picture book is part of the Language Is Fun! series, which brings grammar and literacy concepts to life through imaginative storytelling and visual charm.

In the Language Is Fun! Series, Fun Characters Teach How to Use Punctuation in Words and Sentences:

• The Day Punctuation Came to Town
• The Mighty Silent e!
• Red Rover, Red Rover, Send a Vowel Over: A Picture Book about Vowel Sounds
• The Compound Noun Treasure Hunt: A Picture Book about Compound Words

Back Jacket

Little i has lost his dot and doesn't know where to find it. All the other letters try to help, but when his dot can't be found, they come up with a plan to find a replacement, yet nothing first quite right. Will little i ever find his dot, or will he become known as the little letter who is missing a part?

Author Biography

Kimberlee is an award-winning and best-selling children's author of multiple picture books. She lives on a small farm in Colorado with her husband, sons, and a gaggle of barnyard friends. You can visit her at www.kimberleegard.com.

Sandie is an illustrator living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. She graduated with a BA in Studio Art from Cal State University--Fullerton in 2010. Wearer of many hats, Sandie is a freelance illustrator, wife, and mom to two inspirational souls. When she is not drawing, you can find her playing Legos with her kids or sipping coffee with her husband.