The Invisible Boy is a heartwarming story about a quiet boy named Brian who often goes unnoticed by his classmates and teacher.
When a new student arrives, Brian discovers the power of kindness and friendship.
This touching picture book explores themes of inclusion, empathy, and the importance of reaching out to others. Perfect for young readers learning about compassion and making everyone feel valued.
“A lovely lesson in the simple acts of friendship, especially recommended for the most popular kids in class.” —USA Today
“This is a simple yet heartfelt story.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“Tender illustrations rendered in glowing hues capture Brian’s isolation deftly…Accessible, reassuring and hopeful.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Ludwig and Barton understand classroom dynamics…They portray Brian’s situation as a matter of groupthink that can be rebooted through small steps. It’s a smart strategy, one that can be leveraged through the book’s excellent discussion guide.“
—Publishers Weekly
“Trudy Ludwig has given us the gift of another empathic, poignant book for children that addresses the complex topic of peer relationships...A must-read.”
—Carrie Goldman, award-winning author of BULLIED: What Every Parent, Teacher, and Kid Needs to Know about Ending the Cycle of Fear
WINNER School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
NOMINEE 2016 Georgia Children’s Book Award
NOMINEE 2015 Kentucky Bluegrass Award
NOMINEE 2014 Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award
SELECTION 2014 IRA Teachers’ Choices
SELECTION 2017 Illinois State Library Monarch Award
SELECTION 2015 Missouri Show Me Reader Master List
SELECTION 2015 Nebraska Golden Sower Master List
SELECTION 2015 Tennessee Volunteer State Book Master List
SELECTION 2015 Virginia Young Readers Program Master List
Age - 3+
Grade - Prek+
Author - Trudy Ludwig
Format - Hardback
Pages - 40
Dimensions - 20.83 x 1.27 x 26.04 cm
