• All the Small Wonderful Things

All the Small Wonderful Things

Author
Publication Date
October 24, 2023
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  4th − 5th
All the Small Wonderful Things

Description

In an endearing story about an autistic boy and his steadfast furry pal, Alex is convinced that winning a trophy at the dog show will help him make a real friend at last.

Eleven-year-old Alex knows that starting middle school will be a big change, and for an autistic person, change can be terrifying. He is sure that having a friend by his side will help. But how can he make one? Alex devises a plan to impress the kids at school by winning a trophy at the PAWS Dog Show with his trusty sidekick, Kevin the cockapoo. This should be a walk in the park, right? If only. It turns out that finding a friend is harder than Alex thought--unless, maybe, friendship is about something more than popularity.

This charming story, told through Alex's clear and honest voice, navigates relationships of all stripes between classmates, new neighbors, family, and, of course, a kid and his dog. After all, friendship isn't one-size-fits-all--maybe it's found in the small things where you least expect it.

Publication date
October 24, 2023
Classification
Fiction
Page Count
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ISBN-13
9781536225808
Lexile Measure
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Guided Reading Level
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Publisher
Candlewick Press (MA)
Series
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BISAC categories
JUV002190 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Pets
JUV035000 - Juvenile Fiction | School & Education
JUV039150 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Special Needs
Library of Congress categories
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Kirkus

This charming, empathetic story centers the engaging voice of a boy who has a strong set of strategies for doing his best.

ALA/Booklist

This book will appeal to readers who love dogs and want a story about how friendship often arrives unexpectedly--and a true friend will like you for you.
Kate Foster
Kate Foster writes children's books about friends, family, and dogs. Originally from the southeast of England, she now lives on the beautiful Gold Coast in Australia with her family and rescue dogs.