Be Normal!

by Ged Adamson

A funny and touching story about friendship and celebrating individuality.

Theo can't wait to get his very own dog. But when Geoff arrives, Theo is confused . . . Geoff doesn't play fetch, chase squirrels or do any normal doggy things. He likes painting and making smoothies!

When Theo has to introduce Geoff to his friends, he's SO embarrassed. Why can't Geoff be like other dogs? But maybe, just maybe, Theo will discover that accepting your friends just as they are is MUCH more important than being normal. After all, why be normal . . . when you can be yourself?

32 pages, Paperback

Published August 1, 2024

About the author

Ged Adamson is a British picture-book author and artist. He has worked as a cartoonist, a storyboard artist, and a composer for television and film. He grew up in Liverpool and now lives in London with his partner, Helen, and their son, Rex.

Reviews

[Barbara Band]

A quirky story that explores the themes of individuality & being yourself through the adventures of Theo & his unique dog, Geoff. A reminder that you don't have to fit into a mould to be happy or accepted.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute story of a dog who doesn't behave like a "normal" dog. His owner doesn't quite know what to do about it until he realizes that he needn't do anything. Geoff should just be himself and not worry about being like other dogs. A lesson for us all!