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The Invisible Boy

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The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig is about a young boy named Brian who feels unnoticed and left out in school. As the story unfolds, a new classmate arrives and begins to change the dynamics, helping Brian to find his voice and feel included. This touching tale highlights themes of empathy and the importance of friendship in a heartwarming way.
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You might enjoy this heartwarming children's book if you appreciate stories that explore themes of empathy and kindness. The beautifully illustrated tale follows a young boy who feels ignored and invisible until an act of friendship changes everything. It's a perfect read for encouraging children to recognise the importance of inclusivity and compassion.

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The Invisible Boy

Brian has always felt invisible at school, but when a new student, Justin, arrives, everything changes. From esteemed author and speaker Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Barton, this gentle story shows how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. Full color.

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From esteemed bullying expert Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton, a picture book about a timely subject.

A gentle story that teaches how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish, from esteemed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton.

A simple act of kindness can transform an invisible boy into a friend...

Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody in class ever seems to notice him or think to include him in their group, game, or birthday party... until, that is, a new kid comes to class.

When Justin, the new boy, arrives, Brian is the first to make him feel welcome. And when Brian and Justin team up to work on a class project together, Brian finds a way to shine.

Any parent, teacher, or counsellor looking for material that sensitively addresses the needs of quieter children will find The Invisible Boy a valuable and important resource. Includes a discussion guide and resources for further reading.

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The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig is praised for its touching narrative and the exploration of friendship through simple but powerful storytelling. Reviewers have highlighted the book's tender illustrations and effective portrayal of classroom dynamics, making it accessible and hopeful for young readers. It is particularly valuable for fostering empathy and includes an excellent discussion guide, making it a highly recommended read for teaching children about peer relationships.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781582464503

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 October 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Knopf Books for Young Readers

Illustration: FULL COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Patrice Barton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 213.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 326g

Pages: 40

About the Author

TRUDY LUDWIG is a nationally acclaimed speaker and an award-winning author who specializes in writing children's books that help kids cope with and thrive in their social world, including My Secret Bully and Confessions of a Former Bully. She has received rave reviews from educators, experts, organizations, and parents at schools and conferences around the US for her passion and compassion in addressing peer aggression and friendship issues.An active member of the International Bullying Prevention Association, Trudy also collaborates with organizations like the Committee for Children and ConnectSafely.org, and has served as content advisor for Sesame Street Workshop. Trudy's books have won theMom's Choice Gold Award, theIBPA Gold Benjamin Franklin Award, and the NAPPA Gold Medal, and alsobeen recognized as NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Books for Young People.Visit her at trudyludwig.com. PATRICE BARTON earned a BFA in studio art from the University of Texas in Austin, where she lives with her husband and son. Her books includeSweet Moon Babywritten by Karen Henry Clark;Mine!by Shutta Crum;I Like Old Clothesby Mary Ann Hoberman and Rosie Sprout'sTime to Shineby Allison Wortche-all available from Knopf.

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