
Extraordinary Albert (Hardback)
Bonnie Grubman (author), S.K.Y. van der Wel (illustrator)
£12.99
Hardback
32 Pages /
Published: 08/04/2021
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A funny and touching story about a sweet gorilla who is a little bit different and learns to love himself. For unique children ages 4 and up.
Albert the gorilla was born with enormous feet. Albert's parents think he's perfect. Extraordinarily perfect. And his extraordinary feet are perfect too. Little Albert loves his enormous feet until he gets older. By then, his big feet have become an extraordinary burden!
One day, as Albert and his friend Rex are playing in the woods, a storm breaks out. The two gorillas are scared and look for ways to go home. Will Albert's feet come in handy now?
Publisher: Clavis Publishing
ISBN: 9781605375922
Number of pages: 32
Dimensions: 259 x 250 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
"Sweet book about a gorilla named Albert who is born with extra-large feet. Albert is embarrassed by his difference despite his parents reminding him that he is perfect. After an adventure in the woods Albert learns to love and appreciate his huge feet! This book has advanced vocabulary (it's always important to read books with vocabulary that is above a child's level), a sweet story that teaches about differences, a problem, and a solution. I will read this book with my students." - Olympia School District
"What a delightful picture book! The illustrations are beautiful and the soft, muted colors and lines make it very soothing. The story is one that many children (and adults) will relate to. It's a valuable resource for children who need a little help appreciating what makes them different." - Seminole County Public Library
"I enjoyed this book. It was a sweet story about learning to love who you are even when you are different. I really liked that Albert's family and friend encouraged Albert to see himself the way they did, perfectly and beautifully made." - Grant Public Library
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