The Invisible Boy

From esteemed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton, this gentle story shows how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. A perfect read for the start of the school year--no matter what that looks like

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

Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody 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.

From esteemed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton, this gentle story shows how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. Any parent, teacher, or counselor looking for material that sensitively addresses the needs of quieter children will find The Invisible Boy a valuable and important resource.

Includes backmatter with discussion questions and resources for further reading.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/08/2013
ISBN: 9781582464503
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.20w x 0.40d
Award: Georgia Children's Book Award - Finalist
Award: Virginia Readers Choice Award - Nominee
Award: Golden Sower Award - Nominee
Award: Kentucky Bluegrass Award - Nominee
Award: Black-Eyed Susan Award - Nominee
Award: Volunteer State Book Awards - Nominee
Award: Ladybug Picture Book Award - Nominee
Award: Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award - Nominee
Award: Show Me Readers Award - Nominee

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 08/26/2013
School Library Journal 09/01/2013 pg. 125
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2013
Booklist 11/01/2013 pg. 84
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2013 pg. 32
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 - Recommended, Satisfactory
School Library Journal 02/01/2017

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 161744 / Invisible Boy
Reading Level: 2.8 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5