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Whether helping old monkey climb a tree or keeping Giraffe's neck warm on a cold day, Elephant is always ready to lend a hand, or rather a trunk… an exceptionally long trunk!
An uplifting, fun story about individuality, self-acceptance and being yourself. Selected by The White Ravens.
Price: $16.99
Pages: 40
Publisher: NubeOcho
Imprint: NubeOcho
Publication Date:
08 November 2021
Trim Size: 9.75 X 11.25 in
ISBN: 9788418133237
Format: Hardcover
BISACs:
JUVENILE FICTION / Diversity & Multicultural, JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Jungle Animals, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Bullying, JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Elephants
A charming story for younger readers that makes clear in a clever way that there really isn’t such a thing as “normal,” this choice is lovely.” --Kendal Rautzhan, Books to Borrow, Books to Buy; nationally syndicated newspaper column
A good anti-bullying story." -- This Kid Reviews Books
“Well-plotted, beautifully illustrated with a beautiful message about embracing our differences. ….That's Not Normal has a lesson that every person, young or not-so-young needs to constantly hear to by happy in our everyday life.” --Midwest Book Review
"Elephant is blue, animals move on two legs and talk to one another, and Zebra has removable stripes—all of which underlines the text’s implied messages that normality is highly relative and it is not a good idea to ridicule those who are different.” --Booklist
"THAT'S NOT NORMAL has a some terrific messages while also being a fun story. I especially enjoyed the whimsical illustrations. Isn't the elephant on the cover absolutely adorable?….focuses on self-confidence and diversity by showing that being different is a strength, not a weakness. However, I also love how it teaches children about kindness." -- Booking Mama
A fable that reminds readers that “normal” isn’t always better. – Kirkus
Faÿ’s pictures are standouts: flat, bright colors; simple shapes; and straight-on compositions bring to mind a mid-century modern nursery mural, and the vignettes brim with sweet-natured visual comedy – Publishers Weekly
A good anti-bullying story." -- This Kid Reviews Books
“Well-plotted, beautifully illustrated with a beautiful message about embracing our differences. ….That's Not Normal has a lesson that every person, young or not-so-young needs to constantly hear to by happy in our everyday life.” --Midwest Book Review
"Elephant is blue, animals move on two legs and talk to one another, and Zebra has removable stripes—all of which underlines the text’s implied messages that normality is highly relative and it is not a good idea to ridicule those who are different.” --Booklist
"THAT'S NOT NORMAL has a some terrific messages while also being a fun story. I especially enjoyed the whimsical illustrations. Isn't the elephant on the cover absolutely adorable?….focuses on self-confidence and diversity by showing that being different is a strength, not a weakness. However, I also love how it teaches children about kindness." -- Booking Mama
A fable that reminds readers that “normal” isn’t always better. – Kirkus
Faÿ’s pictures are standouts: flat, bright colors; simple shapes; and straight-on compositions bring to mind a mid-century modern nursery mural, and the vignettes brim with sweet-natured visual comedy – Publishers Weekly