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Not Norman: A Goldfish Story

Not Norman: A Goldfish Story

by Kelly Bennett (Author), Noah Z. Jones (Illustrator)

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    Illustrated 2005

    $3.28
Synopsis

"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 knowyou wanted.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 32
 Publisher: Walker Books
Published: 04 Apr 2005
ISBN 10: 1844282880
ISBN 13: 9781844282883
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years

Media Reviews
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 *
Author Bio
Kelly Bennett, aka Jill Max, is a multi-published writer for children. She lives in America. Noah Z. Jones graduated from the Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland, Oregon with a degree in Illustration. He lives in Maine, USA.