Not Norman

Name: Not Norman
Brand: Walker Books Australia
SKU: 9780763627638
Price: 18.99 NZD
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A Goldfish Story

By Kelly Bennett

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Summary

Not Norman by Kelly Bennett is a charming children's book about a young boy who receives a pet goldfish named Norman. Initially disappointed, the boy seeks to trade Norman for a different pet. As the story unfolds, he comes to appreciate Norman's unique companionship, ultimately valuing him for exactly who he is.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this charming children's story if you appreciate heartwarming tales about unexpected friendships and learning to love what you have. With colourful illustrations and a gentle narrative, it's a delightful read for young ones that teaches empathy and patience.

When a little boy receives a goldfish named Norman, it's not the kind of pet he had in mind. When he tries to trade Norman for a "good pet," things don't go as planned, but he soon learns that Norman is a better pet than he thought. Full color.

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"A sweet story that could be used as a springboard to discussion of the pitfalls of making snap judgments about pets — or people." — School Library Journal

Not Norman the goldfish isn’t what this little boy had in mind. He wanted a different kind of pet — one that could run and catch, or chase string and climb trees, a soft furry pet to sleep on his bed at night. Definitely not Norman.

But when he tries to trade Norman for a "good pet," things don’t go as he planned. Could it be that Norman is a better pet than he thought?

With wry humour and lighthearted affection, author Kelly Bennett and illustrator Noah Z. Jones tell an unexpected — and positively fishy — tale about finding the good in something you didn’t know you wanted.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Not Norman is praised for being an engaging read-aloud option for any day, especially pet-themed ones. It effectively balances emotion and creativity, with a harmonious blend of lively text and crisp digital illustrations, creating a heartfelt story about reserving judgment. It's recommended for parents looking to introduce a different type of pet to children fond of dogs.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780763627638

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 March 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Illustration: 4-COLOR

Contributors:

Illustrated by Noah Z. Jones

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 272.0mm

Weight: 156g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kelly Bennett Young Adult

About the Author

Kelly Bennett loves fish. "Fish are fun and funny," she says. "Just watching them makes me laugh." When she's not writing, Kelly creates tile mosaics and digs in her garden. She has two grown children, Max and Lexi, and lives in Texas with her husband, Curtis, and their goldfish—whom she would never trade.

Noah Z. Jones loves drawing fish of all shapes and sizes, but especially smallish orange ones named Norman. This is his first children's book. He lives in coastal Maine with his wife, Diane, and their tuna-lovin' cat, Mabel.