Not Norman
A Goldfish Story
Kelly Bennett author Noah Z Jones illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Walker Books Ltd
Published:4th Apr '05
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"A sweet story that could be used as a springboard to discussion of the pitfalls of making snap judgments about pets - or people." — School Library Journal
Norman the goldfish isn’t what this little boy had in mind. He wanted a different kind of pet - one that could run and catch, or chase string and climb trees, a soft furry pet to sleep on his bed at night. Definitely not Norman. But when he tries to trade Norman for a "good pet," things don’t go as he planned. Could it be that Norman is a better pet than he thought?
With wry humor and lighthearted affection, author Kelly Bennett and illustrator Noah Z. Jones tell an unexpected - and positively fishy - tale about finding the good in something you didn’t know you wanted.
This eye-catching book makes a satisfying read-aloud choice for pet day or any day. * Booklist *
This emotional turnaround never feels forced or pat, thanks to a strong partnership between Bennett's text and newcomer Jones's artwork. The off-the-cuff yet kidlike prose ideally suits the bright, crisp, digital drawings. * Publishers Weekly *
An inventive interpretation of the old adage 'Don't judge a book by its cover,' NOT NORMAN is the perfect book for dog-resistant parents to read to their puppy-worshipping kids-as long as they're willing to take on a new goldfish or two. * Time Out New York Kids *
A cute book. * 1340magBooks.com *
Reviewed in children’s book podcast * Just One More Book! *
Featured * Mommasaid.net blog *
A good idea to use this story as a springboard to a discussion of the pitfalls of making snap judgements. * Central Coast Freelance *
- Winner of Oppenheim Toy Portfolio, Gold Award 2005 (United States)
ISBN: 9781844282883
Dimensions: 270mm x 240mm x 4mm
Weight: 170g
32 pages