The Littlest Bigfoot
by Jennifer Weiner
Aladdin
2016
ISBN: 9781481470742
Reviews
"A charming story about finding a safe place to let your freak flag fly." (People)
"Bestselling adult author Weiner (In Her Shoes) makes a winning children’s book debut with this witty story of outcasts coming together, first in a trilogy. . . .Well-drawn characters, high comedy, and an open-ended finale will leave readers eager for the next installment."
(Publishers Weekly)
"Weiner writes an engaging tale that helps children to understand both bullying and the difficulties faced by people who in some way deviate from the norm. . . . Enchanting right up to the sequel-beckoning end."
(Kirkus Reviews)
"A heartwarming tale about friendship and belonging that will resonate with those young readers who have ever struggled to fit in or find their place in the world."
(School Library Journal)
"Bigfoot believers and non-believers alike will enjoy this story that focuses on the importance of friendship and acceptance amidst bullying, loneliness, and a lack of self-confidence."
(School Library Connection)
"Plenty of youngsters—legendary creatures or not—will relate to this smartly crafted tale of appreciating your own quirks." (Bulletin of the Center of Children's Books)
"Bestselling adult author Weiner (In Her Shoes) makes a winning children’s book debut with this witty story of outcasts coming together, first in a trilogy. . . .Well-drawn characters, high comedy, and an open-ended finale will leave readers eager for the next installment."
(Publishers Weekly)
"Weiner writes an engaging tale that helps children to understand both bullying and the difficulties faced by people who in some way deviate from the norm. . . . Enchanting right up to the sequel-beckoning end."
(Kirkus Reviews)
"A heartwarming tale about friendship and belonging that will resonate with those young readers who have ever struggled to fit in or find their place in the world."
(School Library Journal)
"Bigfoot believers and non-believers alike will enjoy this story that focuses on the importance of friendship and acceptance amidst bullying, loneliness, and a lack of self-confidence."
(School Library Connection)
"Plenty of youngsters—legendary creatures or not—will relate to this smartly crafted tale of appreciating your own quirks." (Bulletin of the Center of Children's Books)
Sounds like a good one!
ReplyDeleteAviva Adler
Great Neck, NY
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Sounds like a compelling read.
ReplyDeleteBrian Johnson
Springdale, Arkansas
bjohnson3@sdale.org
I know many students that will love this book. Love your reviews
ReplyDeleteKathy Spielman
Yorba Linda, CA
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Fran
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My students would enjoy this book!
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Claudia Palframan
Librarian
Dupont Middle School
Chicopee, MA
Cpalframan@ cpsge.org
Thank you for the info about this book. I don't know if Canadians can participate, but if so:
ReplyDeleteKirsten Morozov
Vancouver, BC
kirsten.morozov@stratfordhall.ca
Would love to add this title to our "Bullying" collection.
ReplyDeleteKaren Paterson
Anthony ISD District Librarian
825 Wildcat Dr.
Anthony, TX 79821
kpaterson@anthonyisd.net
This is still applicable to high school kids.
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Mitchell
Crystal River High School
Crystal River, FL
mitchelll@citrus.k12.fl.us
Definitely on my To Read list!
ReplyDeleteMaggie K.
Fort Worth, TX
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This book looks great. My kids would love it.
ReplyDeleteRebecca C.
Neptune, N.J.
arciannello@neptune.k12.nj.us
My kids will enjoy this one.
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Brenda Y
Oklahoma City, OK
bkyoung@okcps.org
This looks like an excellent addition! I will share it with all of the libraries in my school district.
ReplyDeletePatti S
District Librarian
San Lorenzo, CA
pstein@slzusd.org
Pick me! Pick me!
ReplyDeleteblemon@473mail.net
It's great that you are willing to share your copies. We never know in our district if we have a budget or not. It would be greatly appreciated at my school:)
ReplyDeletemelindabender@yahoo.com
Looks like a great book!
ReplyDeleteJessica Emili
Middle school media specialist
Matawan, NJ
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Looks like a book my students would enjoy!
ReplyDeleteLidia
Farmingdale, NY
lhoryn@farmingdaleschools.org
Friendship and humor are a great combo to lure in middle grade readers.
ReplyDeleteSuzanne
Maryville, TN
suzanne.costner@blountk12.org
Sounds like a good book!
ReplyDeleteStephanie, Millersville, PA sweeney1342@gmail.com
I am definitely curious about this one. It sounds like a great book. Thanks for sharing and for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteStephanie Robinson
Middlebury, CT
srobinson at region15 dot org
Looks good!
ReplyDeleteBarb Gogan
Sudbury, MA
barbara_gogan@sudbury.k12.ma.us
I have enjoyed several of her adult books. I'm sure this one will be great for my middle graders
ReplyDeleteSara Harris
Marietta, Georgia
sara.harris@cobbk12.org
Thanks For sharing.
ReplyDeleteKonni in den Bosch
Bennington, NE
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Looks great!
ReplyDeleteFallon Farokhi
Junction City, KS
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I've read great reviews about this book. Can't wait to read it.
ReplyDeleteRebecca
Neptune, N.J.
arciannello@neptune.k12.njus