California Young Reader Medal
2015 · Primary · Nominee
About This Book
From the bestselling creators of Duck Rabbit , an exciting tale of self-discovery
He stood out here.
He stood out there.
He tried everything to be more like them.
It's not easy being seen. Especially when you're NOT like everyone else. Especially when what sets you apart is YOU.
Sometimes we squish ourselves to fit in. We shrink. Twist. Bend. Until -- -- a friend shows the way to endless possibilities.
In this bold and highly visual book, an emphatic but misplaced exclamation point learns that being different can be very exciting Period.
He stood out here.
He stood out there.
He tried everything to be more like them.
It's not easy being seen. Especially when you're NOT like everyone else. Especially when what sets you apart is YOU.
Sometimes we squish ourselves to fit in. We shrink. Twist. Bend. Until -- -- a friend shows the way to endless possibilities.
In this bold and highly visual book, an emphatic but misplaced exclamation point learns that being different can be very exciting Period.
Awards
California Young Reader Medal
2015 · Primary · Winner
Grand Canyon Reader Award
2015 · Picture · Nominee
Virginia Readers Choice Award
2015 · Elementary · Nominee
Alabama Camellia Award
2014 · Grades K-1 · Nominee
Buckaroo Book Award
2014 · Children's · Nominee
Buckaroo Book Award
2014 · Children's · Second Place
Buckaroo Book Award
2014 · Children's · Third Place
Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens
2014 · Up to Seven · Recommended
Colorado Children's Book Award
2014 · Picture Book · Nominee
South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award
2014 · Picture Book · Nominee
NAPPA Gold Award
2013 · Preschool · Gold Medal Winner
Parents Choice Award (Spring) (2008-Up)
2013 · Picture Book · Silver Medal Winner
Junior Library Guild
2013 · Selection
