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The Small Things

By Lisa Thompson
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The Small Things by Lisa Thompson is a captivating children's story that delves into the significance of seemingly insignificant moments and how they shape our lives. It follows the journey of a young protagonist discovering the extraordinary beauty and value in life's everyday details. Through heart-warming experiences, the book emphasises appreciation, empathy, and the interconnectedness of small actions and big impacts.
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You might enjoy this story if you're looking for a heartfelt tale that explores friendship, growth, and resilience in a way that's perfect for young readers. The narrative beautifully captures the small, pivotal moments that can lead to significant life changes, making it a compelling read for children and adults who delight in stories about personal journeys and the intricate complexities of growing up.

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The Small Things

Inspired by a true story, a groundbreaking robot helps friendship blossom in this poignant and uplifting novella from bestseller Lisa Thompson.

Inspired by a true story (Dyslexia-friendly)

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A groundbreaking robot helps friendship blossom in this poignant and uplifting novella from bestseller Lisa Thompson, inspired by a true story.


Anna’s anxious when she’s picked to befriend the new girl in her class. For a start, Ellie is ill and can’t come to school herself. So Anna has to communicate with her through a new kind of robot. But Anna is also worried that her life’s too small and boring to be of interest to her new friend. Compared to the other girls, she doesn’t have anything exciting to talk about and so when Ellie asks her a question, a little white lie pops out. Then another and another. When Ellie finds out the truth, can their friendship survive …?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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The Small Things by Lisa Thompson has been praised for its empathetic and original storytelling. Reviewers commend its tender wisdom, noting Thompson's remarkable insight into children's emotions. The story, though short, is described as being rich in empathy, sensitivity, and compassion, effectively conveying warmth and understanding.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781129647

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Hannah Coulson

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 104

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lisa Thompson Young Adult

About the Author

Lisa Thompson is a children's novelist and the author of the best-selling The Goldfish Boy and The Light Jar. The Goldfish Boy was a Waterstones Children's Book of the Month and was nominated for the Carnegie Medal, the Branford Boase Award and the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.

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