The Invisible Boy

Author: Trudy Ludwig

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  • : June 2014
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  • : February 2014
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Barcode 9781582464503
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Description

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 Boya valuable and important resource.

Includes backmatter with discussion questions and resources for further reading.

Reviews

USA Today, August 22, 2013: "Illustrator Barton adds a wonderful touch by drawing all the other characters in color but sketching Brian in faint shades of black and white - at least at first....Before long, Brian, in living color, is not so invisible after all. It's a lovely lesson in the simple acts of friendship, especially recommended for the most popular kids in class." Scholastic Instructor, Fall 2013: "Pitch-perfect words and art." Starred Review, School Library Journal, September 2013: "This is a simple yet heartfelt story about a boy who has been excluded for no apparent reason but finds a way to cope and eventually gains acceptance. Kirkus Reviews, September 15, 2013: "Tender illustrations rendered in glowing hues capture Brian s isolation deftly...Use this to start a discussion: The author includes suggested questions and recommended reading lists for adults and children. Accessible, reassuring and hopeful." Publishers Weekly, August 26, 2013: "Ludwig and Barton understand classroom dynamics...They portray Brian s situation as a matter of groupthink that can be rebooted through small steps. It s a smart strategy, one that can be leveraged through the book s excellent discussion guide." "Trudy Ludwig has given us the gift of another empathic, poignant book for children that addresses the complex topic of peer relationships...A must-read." - Carrie Goldman, award-winning author of" BULLIED: What Every Parent, Teacher, and Kid Needs to Know about Ending the Cycle of Fear""

Author description

TRUDY LUDWIG is the author of many books for children, including My Secret Bully and Confessions of a Former Bully. An active member of the International Bullying Prevention Association, she is a sought-after speaker who collaborates frequently with organizations like The Ophelia Project, Hands & Words Are Not For Hurting Project, and Putting Family First. Trudy has been profiles on national television, radio, and in newsprint, and her books have received the Mom's Choice Gold Award, the CCBC's "Best of the Best" award, and have been recognized as NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Books for Young People. 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 include" Sweet Moon Baby"written by Karen Henry Clark; "Mine!" by Shutta Crum; "I Like Old Clothes" by Mary Ann Hoberman and Rosie Sprout's "Time to Shine" by Allison Wortche--all available from Knopf.