The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name by Sandya Parappukkaran

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Parappukkaran, Sandhya. (2023). Boy Who Tried To Shrink His Name. Illus. by Michelle Pereira. Harry N Abrams.

             ISBN 978-1419761584

REVIEW EXCERPT(S)

““The orange cord turns into a bird, soaring around the new friends as the story finds a satisfying crescendo. This story shines in its gentle insistence that, with time and practice, we can learn new things—and that there’s nothing like a trusty friend. The art and language are lovely, with details to note with repeated readings.”

―Booklist

"For intercultural sharing, for awakening ­compassion, for tending empathy, or the SEL shelves, this story has many uses and should not be missed."

―School Library Journal

CONNECTIONS

"This sensitive book will make an excellent lead-in to age-appropriate discussions about difference and belonging.”

―Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

AWARDS

• USBBY Outstanding International Books