The Yuckiest, Stinkiest, Best Valentine Ever

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Leon has a crush. A secret crush. A dreamy crush. A let-her-cut-in-line-at-the-water-fountain-crush. And he's made the perfect valentine. But the valentine has other ideas. "Love is yucky, kid! Valentine's Day is all about candy!" the card yells before leaping out the window and running away, leaving Leon to chase it across town, collecting interested kids along the way.

Saying "I love you" has never been so yucky or so sweet.

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 Praise

"...a boisterous, just-sweet-enough comic caper."
   —The New York Times

"A laugh-out-loud, fast-paced adventure... Get this now—It's better than candy!" Starred review
   —Kirkus Reviews

"With its creative story line and upbeat writing, this picture book is a must for holiday collections."
   —School Library Journal

"Navigates the palm-sweating sweetness of first love with tenderness, humorously echoed by Arnold's nervy graphics."
   —Publishers Weekly