The Grey Lady and the Strawberry Snatcher
By Molly Bang
The Story
A wordless chase story follows a woman clutching strawberries as a mysterious figure trails her through flower shops, brick streets, and a strange swamp — getting closer with every page.
Why It's Special
For the kid who studies pictures like clues, this wordless chase turns every page turn into a held breath.
- Big idea: A story can be told entirely through pictures, and paying close attention is its own kind of reading.
- Vibes: Suspenseful, strange, and visually rich — part chase scene, part dreamscape.
Perfect For Kids Who
- like to read pictures instead of words
- enjoy a slow-building chase
- are working on telling stories in their own words
- respond well to suspense that resolves gently
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & observation: What clues in the pictures told you the Strawberry Snatcher was getting closer to the Grey Lady?
- Imagination: What do you think the swamp felt like to walk through?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the Grey Lady felt knowing she was being followed?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever tried to protect something you didn't want to share, like the Grey Lady with her strawberries?
- Creative retelling: Since this book has no words, how would you tell the story out loud to a friend?
