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The Tiny Tale of Little Pea
When he was born, Little Pea was tiny. Teeny-tiny.
His clothes were hand sewn by his mother and his shoes were hand-me-down doll shoes. As he grew older, Little Pea enjoyed climbing tomato plants, driving around in his wind-up car and riding on the backs of grasshoppers. But then Little Pea started school. And he suddenly realized just how small he was. Too small for his chair. Too small to play the flute. Too small for gym class. What would become of wee Little Pea?
His clothes were hand sewn by his mother and his shoes were hand-me-down doll shoes. As he grew older, Little Pea enjoyed climbing tomato plants, driving around in his wind-up car and riding on the backs of grasshoppers. But then Little Pea started school. And he suddenly realized just how small he was. Too small for his chair. Too small to play the flute. Too small for gym class. What would become of wee Little Pea?
36 pages, Hardcover
First published August 24, 2017
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Davide Calì
207 books134 followersDavide Calì is a Swiss-born Italian writer of picture books and graphic novels, primarily for children and young adults. He lives in Italy. His work has been published in twenty-five countries and translated into many languages.
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February 15, 2018
The story of the Tiny Tale of The Little Pea reminds me of the stories of Thumbelina and Stuart Little. Despite the similarity, Davide Cali wrote this beautiful children's story to uplift kids — especially those who dreams of becoming an artist/illustrator someday — that indeed, one can never be too small to be a great artist. Furthermore, the cute illustrations drawn by the Sébastien Mourrain, that kids will definitely adore — contributes a lot that makes this story book very splendid.
May 18, 2023
نمیدونم دنیا داره به کجا میره که دیوید کالی هم قصههایی اینطور گلدرشت با پیامِ از داستان بیرونزده مینویسه.
کتاب شاید برای بعضی بچهها که مشکل مشابه دارن جذاب باشه اما به هیچوجه نمیشه به چشم یک اثر ادبی درستودرمون نگاهش کرد.
به خودتون بیاید آقای کالی!
کتاب شاید برای بعضی بچهها که مشکل مشابه دارن جذاب باشه اما به هیچوجه نمیشه به چشم یک اثر ادبی درستودرمون نگاهش کرد.
به خودتون بیاید آقای کالی!
June 2, 2017
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea is the story of a tiny person who loves life as he is growing. When he begins school, he realizes that he is very small and there are a lot of things he can not do. The world is not very accommodating. Even though he has difficulty doing many things at school, he finds a job as an adult, lives in his own home that he has built and is happy. as it's a fun story about Little Pea who finds he's too small to do many things. He finds a job that suits him perfectly and seems to live happily ever after. There was not a lot of text with this story but the illustrations were lovely and would add a lot to the discussion about what was happening. I would definitely make sure that a discussion was held about how Little Pea should have been treated, accommodations for those who need them in life and determination. This book could be used as a mentor text for drawing conclusions, making predictions as well as making inferences. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.
January 14, 2018
Underbara illustrationer! Och riktigt fin och hoppfull berättelse.
"För man är aldrig för liten för att bli något stort"
"För man är aldrig för liten för att bli något stort"
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July 9, 2025چه تصویرگری زیبایی
در کنار سادگی، خیلی قشنگ به بچه ها یادآوری کرد که اگر در مدرسه فکر میکنید جایی ندارید و مثل بقیه نیستید، ایرادی نداره، ولی بعدا و حتما جای خودتون رو در جامعه پیدا میکنید و میتونید هنرمند بزرگی بشید 🥲
در کنار سادگی، خیلی قشنگ به بچه ها یادآوری کرد که اگر در مدرسه فکر میکنید جایی ندارید و مثل بقیه نیستید، ایرادی نداره، ولی بعدا و حتما جای خودتون رو در جامعه پیدا میکنید و میتونید هنرمند بزرگی بشید 🥲
September 17, 2017
An arc was provided generously in exchange of an honest review via Netgalley.*
I really liked this book. We see a really interesting life of a small person. It shows that everyone can find his place in this world and be happy. The book is very positive and has beautiful illustrations.
I really liked this book. We see a really interesting life of a small person. It shows that everyone can find his place in this world and be happy. The book is very positive and has beautiful illustrations.
September 9, 2017
His size is not a hindrance. It is a gift.
But, when Little Pea goes to school for the first time, he realizes that his size may be a stumbling block. He is too small for his chair. Little Pea is too small to play the flute. And he is too small for gym class. Even one of his teachers ponder, “What will happen to Little Pea?”
But Little Pea does not let his size hold him back. He discovers a passion for drawing. This niche becomes the path which leads Little Pea into adulthood, where he is able to use his passion for a career in designing postage stamps.
This fun book for children ages 3-6 from writer Davide Cali introduces some key themes. Among them are self-acceptance, creativity, and individuality. At times it will remind you of Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who, where the refrain is, “A person is a person, no matter how small.”
The illustrations from Sebastien Mourrain are bright and colorful. My daughter loved this book. And the artwork is one of the main reasons. When Little Pea sits under the tree by himself during recess, you feel empathy for him.
Read more at: http://jasoncstanley.com/book-review-...
But, when Little Pea goes to school for the first time, he realizes that his size may be a stumbling block. He is too small for his chair. Little Pea is too small to play the flute. And he is too small for gym class. Even one of his teachers ponder, “What will happen to Little Pea?”
But Little Pea does not let his size hold him back. He discovers a passion for drawing. This niche becomes the path which leads Little Pea into adulthood, where he is able to use his passion for a career in designing postage stamps.
This fun book for children ages 3-6 from writer Davide Cali introduces some key themes. Among them are self-acceptance, creativity, and individuality. At times it will remind you of Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who, where the refrain is, “A person is a person, no matter how small.”
The illustrations from Sebastien Mourrain are bright and colorful. My daughter loved this book. And the artwork is one of the main reasons. When Little Pea sits under the tree by himself during recess, you feel empathy for him.
Read more at: http://jasoncstanley.com/book-review-...
August 17, 2017
I'm certainly not the target audience but I found it just so adorable! There isn't much to say about the story as it's very short and simple, there's also not much text (perfect for children who are learning to read), but it's the art that makes "The Tiny Tale of Little Pea" stand out. The colour palette used for the cover caught my attention right away and the inside of the book is even prettier. Every single page is a work of art and cats "hidden" in various places are a very cute bonus. My favourite page is probably the one with Little Peas house - so lovely!
The ending made me smile, too, and although the message is nothing new or original, the way the author decided to present it was refreshing. And very uplifting for a tired adult like me who had a really bad day and now feels a bit better after reading this cute, tiny book.
The ending made me smile, too, and although the message is nothing new or original, the way the author decided to present it was refreshing. And very uplifting for a tired adult like me who had a really bad day and now feels a bit better after reading this cute, tiny book.
July 5, 2017
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a digital ARC of this book.
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide Cali is a beautifully illustrated children's book with a meaningful message on the power of being different and the importance of being yourself. The illustrations are understated yet detailed, and very adorable. I think children will love looking at the detail in the pictures and be warmed by such an uplifting story. A terrific little book!
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide Cali is a beautifully illustrated children's book with a meaningful message on the power of being different and the importance of being yourself. The illustrations are understated yet detailed, and very adorable. I think children will love looking at the detail in the pictures and be warmed by such an uplifting story. A terrific little book!
September 3, 2024
A partir de 4-5 años (si va a un cole que en Inf 5 años enseñen a leer, claro).
Depende de que coles con 4 ya van reconociendo la mayúsculas y empiezan a leer con ellas.
Es un librito súper cortito que se lo leen en una sentada,
Y si tienen 6 años irán a velocidad de vértigo.
Frases cortitas e historia curiosa que les llama la atención.
Guisante es un niño súper súper chiquitito, y cuando era muy pequeño (por edad, no por altura) dormía en una caja de cerillas… o encima del gato bien calentito!
Es muy gracioso, les generará curiosidad y ganas de avanzar pues tiene un par de frases como mucho por página.
Y eso va muy bien para generar autoconfianza en los primeros lectores.
¡Seguro que lo repartiremos!
Depende de que coles con 4 ya van reconociendo la mayúsculas y empiezan a leer con ellas.
Es un librito súper cortito que se lo leen en una sentada,
Y si tienen 6 años irán a velocidad de vértigo.
Frases cortitas e historia curiosa que les llama la atención.
Guisante es un niño súper súper chiquitito, y cuando era muy pequeño (por edad, no por altura) dormía en una caja de cerillas… o encima del gato bien calentito!
Es muy gracioso, les generará curiosidad y ganas de avanzar pues tiene un par de frases como mucho por página.
Y eso va muy bien para generar autoconfianza en los primeros lectores.
¡Seguro que lo repartiremos!
January 25, 2022
O Ervilhinho é pequenino, mas isso não o impede de explorar o mundo e de sonhar acordado. Ao entrar na escola, as coisas parecem ficar mais difíceis pois é excluído. A história dá um salto demasiado rápido neste ponto, pois enquanto leitores, estaríamos à espera de uma lição de moral, que seria a de que uma baixa estatura (ou algo que nos diferencie, o que quer que seja) não deveria ser razão para sermos excluídos… Essa lição acaba por surgir com a "redenção" do final da história, quando descobrimos que Ervilhinho acabou por encontrar o seu lugar no mundo, descobrindo a prosissão ideal para si.
Esta é, portanto, uma história sobre um herói fora do comum (porque muito pequeno). É uma hisória de superação: não devemos desanimar por sermos diferentes dos outros. Por muito difícil que pareça a superação das dificuldades, com a ajuda do pensamento inovador e do bom humor, tudo se resolve.
Esta é, portanto, uma história sobre um herói fora do comum (porque muito pequeno). É uma hisória de superação: não devemos desanimar por sermos diferentes dos outros. Por muito difícil que pareça a superação das dificuldades, com a ajuda do pensamento inovador e do bom humor, tudo se resolve.
June 30, 2025
این و عشق که میگویند چیست؟ شبیه کتابای خوب کودکیان که نشر پرتقال ترجمه میکنه معمولا و میشه واسه بچهای که احتمالا درگیره با محتوای کتاب بخونی و یهمدت از کلمههای کتاب استفاده کنی برای مکالمه باش که یهکم بیشتر سر دربیاره از خودش و همین. یهکم ناامید کننده است چون خیلی بیشتر از همین از کلمههای دیوید کالی برمیاد.
April 25, 2022
»»» A compra:
Já tinha dado por este livro há algum tempo no site de uma livraria estrangeira e fiquei muito contente por ter sido editado em Portugal. Mal podia esperar para apoiar essa decisão comprando um exemplar.
»»» A aventura:
O Ervilhinho é muito pequenino, cabe numa caixa de fósforos, e acompanhamo-lo desde muito novo nas suas fantásticas brincadeiras, até passar pela escola, onde descobre que é mesmo muito pequeno face aos outros meninos e a muitas coisas do dia-a-dia, fazendo os adultos à sua voltar preocupar-se sobre o que é que ele irá fazer quando for grande. Quando ele cresce em idade, mas não em tamanho, ficamos a saber… e tudo é uma surpresa.
»»» Sentimento final:
Maravilhoso.
A forma como os autores nos mostraram o que um pequenote pode fazer para se entreter, desde “escalar” a “andar de carro”, e como consegue ser “grande” na via adulta, superando algumas mágoas e usando o seu tamanho a seu favor, é uma delícia.
Com coração e com espírito positivo, este é um livro para qualquer idade.
»»» Nota final (capa e outras considerações):
-- [Capa] – Capa muito apelativa, ainda bem que a editora optou por esta versão estrangeira da capa, a melhor (incluindo as letras, mais elegantes que as da edição original e mais fofas com os pontos dos "i's" em formato que sugere uma ervilha).
-- [Ilustração] – Não sendo necessariamente o meu estilo favorito de ilustração e sendo bastante simples, ele é um estilo depurado que combina com a paleta limitada de cores suaves selecionada, sendo adequado para a história e mimoso na entrega que faz desta.
Já tinha dado por este livro há algum tempo no site de uma livraria estrangeira e fiquei muito contente por ter sido editado em Portugal. Mal podia esperar para apoiar essa decisão comprando um exemplar.
»»» A aventura:
O Ervilhinho é muito pequenino, cabe numa caixa de fósforos, e acompanhamo-lo desde muito novo nas suas fantásticas brincadeiras, até passar pela escola, onde descobre que é mesmo muito pequeno face aos outros meninos e a muitas coisas do dia-a-dia, fazendo os adultos à sua voltar preocupar-se sobre o que é que ele irá fazer quando for grande. Quando ele cresce em idade, mas não em tamanho, ficamos a saber… e tudo é uma surpresa.
»»» Sentimento final:
Maravilhoso.
A forma como os autores nos mostraram o que um pequenote pode fazer para se entreter, desde “escalar” a “andar de carro”, e como consegue ser “grande” na via adulta, superando algumas mágoas e usando o seu tamanho a seu favor, é uma delícia.
Com coração e com espírito positivo, este é um livro para qualquer idade.
»»» Nota final (capa e outras considerações):
-- [Capa] – Capa muito apelativa, ainda bem que a editora optou por esta versão estrangeira da capa, a melhor (incluindo as letras, mais elegantes que as da edição original e mais fofas com os pontos dos "i's" em formato que sugere uma ervilha).
-- [Ilustração] – Não sendo necessariamente o meu estilo favorito de ilustração e sendo bastante simples, ele é um estilo depurado que combina com a paleta limitada de cores suaves selecionada, sendo adequado para a história e mimoso na entrega que faz desta.
February 28, 2020
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide Cali, illustrated by Sebastien Mourrain. PICTURE BOOK. Kids Can Press, 2017. $18.00. 9781771388436
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Little Pea was born tinier than even a mouse. However, he didn't let his size stop him from doing the things he loved. He loved to read, explore and have adventures. He even loved to swim in his little pond. As he began to grow up, but not in size, he discovered he didn't quite fit in with the bigger world. Rather than be discouraged, Little Pea followed his dreams and created his own place that was just the right size.
Every child has imagined what it would be like to be small and explore the world. Little pea takes readers on an imaginative journey and teaches them that no matter your size, you can become something amazing. Children will love looking at the world from a different perspective and sharing in Little Peas adventures.
Gina, Media Specialist
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BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Little Pea was born tinier than even a mouse. However, he didn't let his size stop him from doing the things he loved. He loved to read, explore and have adventures. He even loved to swim in his little pond. As he began to grow up, but not in size, he discovered he didn't quite fit in with the bigger world. Rather than be discouraged, Little Pea followed his dreams and created his own place that was just the right size.
Every child has imagined what it would be like to be small and explore the world. Little pea takes readers on an imaginative journey and teaches them that no matter your size, you can become something amazing. Children will love looking at the world from a different perspective and sharing in Little Peas adventures.
Gina, Media Specialist
https://kissthebookjr.blogspot.com/20...
November 1, 2017
This review was originally shared on Lazy Day Literature
Little Pea was born teeny tiny. So tiny he could sleep in a match box. He had grand adventures and never even realized how small he really was until he started school. His desk was too big and he was too small to play with the other children so he spent his recess drawing. His teacher wondered what would become of him. He didn't grow much bigger as he got older, but he did build himself a cozy little home and even found the perfect job!
The illustrations in this are very cute. I especially loved the full spread pages. There's a good lesson or two as well; that not everyone is the same, and that you can find your place in the purpose in the world no matter who you are, what you look like, or how big (or little) you are. Also that you can find something you love and make a living from it!
Little Pea was born teeny tiny. So tiny he could sleep in a match box. He had grand adventures and never even realized how small he really was until he started school. His desk was too big and he was too small to play with the other children so he spent his recess drawing. His teacher wondered what would become of him. He didn't grow much bigger as he got older, but he did build himself a cozy little home and even found the perfect job!
The illustrations in this are very cute. I especially loved the full spread pages. There's a good lesson or two as well; that not everyone is the same, and that you can find your place in the purpose in the world no matter who you are, what you look like, or how big (or little) you are. Also that you can find something you love and make a living from it!
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January 27, 2023Este livro é uma fofura e recomendo-o especialmente aos mais novos (3-7 anos). Afinal, ser pequeno não impede ninguém de ser feliz ☺️
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January 14, 2017
Oh kui nunnu väike Klutt ning inspireeriv on ta jutt!
August 22, 2017
Sweet and whimsical, with rather darling illustrations, and a thoughtful storyline.
September 1, 2017
See review with pictures here
Sometimes he would float on a lily pad, where he would daydream and marvel at the size of the universe.
It wasn't until Little Pea started school that he realized he was too small.
This is an adorable picture book with an important message for children about respecting differences and believing in yourself - everyone has a niche just for them, you just have to find it! The story follows Little Pea as he grows up (but not very much) and faces various challenges because of his size. Yet, there is one thing he can do better than anyone else...
As a child I was always the smallest in my class and loved the story Thumbelina. My mother often said 'The best things come in small packages' and 'Mini but mighty' when I struggled with others teasing me because of my size or to reach things on high shelves without humiliation (that is still a struggle...). Then I found gymnastics, a sport where being tiny was an advantage and have never looked back (though I do sometimes look around for tall people when I want something on the top shelf in a supermarket).
Books promoting messages of diversity and equality are always valuable and I am happy to add this to my reading list for my class - even us little ones have a voice, a dream and a unique skill!
Poor Little Pea. What will become of him? his teacher wondered.
One can never be too small to be a GREAT artist!
What I liked: The style of the illustrations and the positive message that we can all achieve something amazing, regardless of our size, shape or colour.
Even better if: I would have loved to hear more from other people in Little Pea's life - did he make friends? Did his parents struggle? What changes were made in school for him to go there? (typical teacher thought)
How you could use it in your classroom: Discuss what we have in common and what makes us different, discuss how some people may have more obstacles to overcome than pothers on the path to success. Talk about the jobs Little Pea could do and what did we assume (e.g. Did we immediately assume he couldn't do some jobs because of his size?)
(Thank you to Netgalley and Kids Can Press for my review copy)
Sometimes he would float on a lily pad, where he would daydream and marvel at the size of the universe.
It wasn't until Little Pea started school that he realized he was too small.
This is an adorable picture book with an important message for children about respecting differences and believing in yourself - everyone has a niche just for them, you just have to find it! The story follows Little Pea as he grows up (but not very much) and faces various challenges because of his size. Yet, there is one thing he can do better than anyone else...
As a child I was always the smallest in my class and loved the story Thumbelina. My mother often said 'The best things come in small packages' and 'Mini but mighty' when I struggled with others teasing me because of my size or to reach things on high shelves without humiliation (that is still a struggle...). Then I found gymnastics, a sport where being tiny was an advantage and have never looked back (though I do sometimes look around for tall people when I want something on the top shelf in a supermarket).
Books promoting messages of diversity and equality are always valuable and I am happy to add this to my reading list for my class - even us little ones have a voice, a dream and a unique skill!
Poor Little Pea. What will become of him? his teacher wondered.
One can never be too small to be a GREAT artist!
What I liked: The style of the illustrations and the positive message that we can all achieve something amazing, regardless of our size, shape or colour.
Even better if: I would have loved to hear more from other people in Little Pea's life - did he make friends? Did his parents struggle? What changes were made in school for him to go there? (typical teacher thought)
How you could use it in your classroom: Discuss what we have in common and what makes us different, discuss how some people may have more obstacles to overcome than pothers on the path to success. Talk about the jobs Little Pea could do and what did we assume (e.g. Did we immediately assume he couldn't do some jobs because of his size?)
(Thank you to Netgalley and Kids Can Press for my review copy)
May 31, 2019
تحكي القصة عن بطلها "حبة البازلاء" الصغير جدًا، والذي من شدة صغره يرتدي ملابس الدُمى وأحذيتها وينام في علبة كبريت. إلا أنه في الوقت نفسه، يستطيع القيام بأشياء كثيرة في منزله كتسلق النباتات ومكعبات الألعاب، وامتطاء الجراد، واكتشاف كائنات حديقة منزله الخلفية، وقراءة الكتب، والسباحة في بركة الضفادع والتمدد على أوراق زنبق الماء الطافية وتأمل النجوم والتفكر في هذا الكون العجيب. وهكذا تمر الأيام حتى يلتحق البطل بالمدرسة ليكتشف أنه أصغر من أن يستطيع الجلوس على مقاعد الفصول، أو عزف الناي، أو التمرن في صالة الألعاب الرياضية، أو استخدام الشوكة والسكين، أو مشاركة أقرانه اللعب، فيمضي وقته منعزلًا عن الآخرين أو لاهيًا بالرسم الذي يحب كثيرًا. حتى تحتار في أمره إدارة المدرسة وتشعر بالأسى عليه والعجز تجاهه. ثم تمضي السنين ولا يتغير حجم البطل كثيرًا، لكننا نكتشف بأنه استطاع أن يحقق لنفسه أشياء كثيرة وأن يصبح شيئًا مهمًا جدًا في الحياة 😊
القصة مليئة بالقيم التي يمكننا استخراجها أثناء نقاشنا مع الأطفال بعد القراءة، لكني لا أعلم لم دفعتني القصة لمشاهدة محاضرات السيد كِن روبنسون (Sir Ken Robinson) الشهيرة جدًا في (TED) تلك المحاضرات المتوفرة في يوتيوب والتي راجت بداية الألفية الثانية وأحببناها كثيرًا، عن أنظمة التعليم في المدارس والتي تستند على المطابقة بين قدرات الطلاب بدلًا من تنوعها وضمن نطاق ضيق من الانجازات، وكيف يؤدي ذلك إلى إهمال الفنون والعلوم الإنسانية والرياضة البدنية. ثم حديثه عن التعليم كنظام إنساني "حيوي" يكون محوره "الأفراد" ويجتهد في خلق الظروف التي تحفز نمو قدراتهم وازدهارها. وتخيلت لو أن بطلنا ذهب إلى مدرسة من مدارس السيد روبنسون، ووجد هناك من يطور قدراته الأخرى! أي مستقبل يا تُرى كان سينتظر حبة بازلائنا الصغيرة؟!
القصة مليئة بالقيم التي يمكننا استخراجها أثناء نقاشنا مع الأطفال بعد القراءة، لكني لا أعلم لم دفعتني القصة لمشاهدة محاضرات السيد كِن روبنسون (Sir Ken Robinson) الشهيرة جدًا في (TED) تلك المحاضرات المتوفرة في يوتيوب والتي راجت بداية الألفية الثانية وأحببناها كثيرًا، عن أنظمة التعليم في المدارس والتي تستند على المطابقة بين قدرات الطلاب بدلًا من تنوعها وضمن نطاق ضيق من الانجازات، وكيف يؤدي ذلك إلى إهمال الفنون والعلوم الإنسانية والرياضة البدنية. ثم حديثه عن التعليم كنظام إنساني "حيوي" يكون محوره "الأفراد" ويجتهد في خلق الظروف التي تحفز نمو قدراتهم وازدهارها. وتخيلت لو أن بطلنا ذهب إلى مدرسة من مدارس السيد روبنسون، ووجد هناك من يطور قدراته الأخرى! أي مستقبل يا تُرى كان سينتظر حبة بازلائنا الصغيرة؟!
June 15, 2017
What a delightful book and what a sweet, loveable main character. Little Pea is micro-size. His mother has to make his clothes, he sleeps in a matchbox and he drives a wind-up car. He grows older but remains mini-size.
He explores his world around him and loves to wrestle, rappel off his lego tower, read books, ride horseback (mmmm... not a real horse, would you believe a grasshopper substitute?) and swim in the frog pond. He is a very good swimmer by the way. He taught himself that skill at a very young age.
He starts school and cannot fit in. Everything there is oversized and down-right dangerous for a little guy his size. His teacher looks at him and wonders what will happen to him in the future? How will he ever manage when his school life is over? One thing that Little Pea discovers is that he loves drawing and guess what? He's very, very skilled at it.
As he journeys into adulthood he takes it upon himself to build his own home, grow tomatoes in his yard, and daily zooms to work in his wind-up car. Can you guess what his job might be? It's one that is tailor-made perfectly for Little Pea and everyone gives him their stamp of approval!
The illustrations are packed full of details and emotions and look almost animated. Kids will gobble them up and learn a very valuable life lesson - that even the smallest among us can make a big mark. I highly recommend this book.
He explores his world around him and loves to wrestle, rappel off his lego tower, read books, ride horseback (mmmm... not a real horse, would you believe a grasshopper substitute?) and swim in the frog pond. He is a very good swimmer by the way. He taught himself that skill at a very young age.
He starts school and cannot fit in. Everything there is oversized and down-right dangerous for a little guy his size. His teacher looks at him and wonders what will happen to him in the future? How will he ever manage when his school life is over? One thing that Little Pea discovers is that he loves drawing and guess what? He's very, very skilled at it.
As he journeys into adulthood he takes it upon himself to build his own home, grow tomatoes in his yard, and daily zooms to work in his wind-up car. Can you guess what his job might be? It's one that is tailor-made perfectly for Little Pea and everyone gives him their stamp of approval!
The illustrations are packed full of details and emotions and look almost animated. Kids will gobble them up and learn a very valuable life lesson - that even the smallest among us can make a big mark. I highly recommend this book.
June 23, 2017
~Disclaimer~
I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This in no way affected my opinion of the book, or the content of my review.
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The Tiny Tale of Little Pea is the story about a teeny tiny boy. Because of his size everything has to be customized for him. When he goes to school he realizes that he is too small for everything there. No one knew how he would be able to survive in the world. But he makes due with what he has. He builds himself a little house and even gets a job. Drawing stamps.
I really liked the illustrations in this book. The story was cute and inspiring. It teaches that no matter how small you are, you can still make a big impact. There is always something that you can be good at. If you are not able to do somethings there are always ways to do what makes you happy. This was an updated Stuart Little. The same concept of a little boy living in a big world.
"Even the littlest among us can make a big mark."
5/5 ⭐
I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This in no way affected my opinion of the book, or the content of my review.
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The Tiny Tale of Little Pea is the story about a teeny tiny boy. Because of his size everything has to be customized for him. When he goes to school he realizes that he is too small for everything there. No one knew how he would be able to survive in the world. But he makes due with what he has. He builds himself a little house and even gets a job. Drawing stamps.
I really liked the illustrations in this book. The story was cute and inspiring. It teaches that no matter how small you are, you can still make a big impact. There is always something that you can be good at. If you are not able to do somethings there are always ways to do what makes you happy. This was an updated Stuart Little. The same concept of a little boy living in a big world.
"Even the littlest among us can make a big mark."
5/5 ⭐
September 14, 2017
I was excited to read another picture book by one of my favorite publishers: Kids Can Press. Not all picture books meet everyone's criteria, but I find most of their books click with my need for some humor.
While the story of Little Pea is not necessarily a humorous one, the wonderful illustrations make you smile. As you might guess, The Tiny Tale of Little Pea is about a teeny-tiny baby. A baby who wears discarded doll shoes, learns to swim in the sink and enjoys tightrope walking over the waste basket. There are many cute illustrations showing him loving life in spite of his size. That is until he starts school. By comparison, not much works for him at school, so he sits alone drawing. We then move to Little Pea as a grown up, which mainly means age not stature. He has a house, but can he find a job?
This is a fun book just to enjoy, but most would be remiss not to talk about acceptance of "different" people, and the thought that hopefully all of us can find a place to put our talents and gifts to work.
While the story of Little Pea is not necessarily a humorous one, the wonderful illustrations make you smile. As you might guess, The Tiny Tale of Little Pea is about a teeny-tiny baby. A baby who wears discarded doll shoes, learns to swim in the sink and enjoys tightrope walking over the waste basket. There are many cute illustrations showing him loving life in spite of his size. That is until he starts school. By comparison, not much works for him at school, so he sits alone drawing. We then move to Little Pea as a grown up, which mainly means age not stature. He has a house, but can he find a job?
This is a fun book just to enjoy, but most would be remiss not to talk about acceptance of "different" people, and the thought that hopefully all of us can find a place to put our talents and gifts to work.
July 14, 2017
At first read, I didn't particularly like the way this story made me feel. It bothered me that Little Pea didn't seem to have a very supportive school environment. It bothered me that no friends were ever mentioned. But then, I re-read the story. I focused on Little Pea's expressions. I looked at how the story ended. I realized that Little Pea wasn't sad, nor did he feel sorry for himself or seem to feel that he'd been short-changed (and no, I really didn't intend that to be a pun, but, well, there it is). Ultimately, Little Pea may be small in stature, but there is nothing small about his ability to be true to himself, to find his own way, and ultimately make his own place in the world.
I am very curious to see how my students will react to this story. It seems tailor-made for discussion of main idea and theme.
Based on ARC provided by NetGalley.
I am very curious to see how my students will react to this story. It seems tailor-made for discussion of main idea and theme.
Based on ARC provided by NetGalley.
October 16, 2017
The illustrations drawn by the Sébastien Mourrain, contributes a lot that makes this storybook as amazing as it is. The illustrations are packed full of details and the hidden 'cats' made them all the more interesting. There is an obvious color palette to the story, which only enhances the tale, making each page its own individual work of art.
Once again we are given a story based on the power of being different. For the age group, this is an important lesson and a concept that can be grasped by children as young as 4 years old. this is a beautiful read-aloud story, that is engaging and will keep your children entertained.
I could see this quickly becoming a staple in my household or anyone looking to collect emerging new 'classic' children's books.
I received a ARC of this from NetGalley in exhange for an honest review.
Once again we are given a story based on the power of being different. For the age group, this is an important lesson and a concept that can be grasped by children as young as 4 years old. this is a beautiful read-aloud story, that is engaging and will keep your children entertained.
I could see this quickly becoming a staple in my household or anyone looking to collect emerging new 'classic' children's books.
I received a ARC of this from NetGalley in exhange for an honest review.
May 30, 2017
I enjoyed reading The Tiny Tale of Little Pea as it's a fun story about Little Pea who finds he's too small to do many things. He finds a job that suits him perfectly and seems to live happily ever after.
However, as a teacher who is constantly trying to encourage children to do whatever it is they enjoy regardless of size etc I feel this book doesn't support that. It left me with a feeling of if you're small there are lots of things you can't do so you shouldn't keep trying/settle for something easy. I'm sure this isn't the message that the author wanted and I'm possibly reading too deeply but if I was to share this with my class I'd remind them about resilience and determination.
Thanks to Netgalley and Kids Can Press for the book to review.
However, as a teacher who is constantly trying to encourage children to do whatever it is they enjoy regardless of size etc I feel this book doesn't support that. It left me with a feeling of if you're small there are lots of things you can't do so you shouldn't keep trying/settle for something easy. I'm sure this isn't the message that the author wanted and I'm possibly reading too deeply but if I was to share this with my class I'd remind them about resilience and determination.
Thanks to Netgalley and Kids Can Press for the book to review.
July 20, 2017
Little Pea is teeny-tiny. He’s so small that he can sleep in a match-box and climb on Lego structures. His life is wonderful, and his size doesn’t bother him—until he starts school. All of a sudden, he’s too small for everything. He’s too small for his chair, for his flute, for gym class, and for lunch.
Despite his experience at school, Little Pea learns how to live with his size in a world that is so much larger than he is. Kids will love seeing him drive around in wind-up cars!
The illustrations in this book are fabulous. The pictures of Little Pea riding a grasshopper or climbing the tomato plants are adorable, and convey perfectly just how small Little Pea really is.
I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review.
Despite his experience at school, Little Pea learns how to live with his size in a world that is so much larger than he is. Kids will love seeing him drive around in wind-up cars!
The illustrations in this book are fabulous. The pictures of Little Pea riding a grasshopper or climbing the tomato plants are adorable, and convey perfectly just how small Little Pea really is.
I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review.
November 19, 2017
Originally issued in French, this story of what it is like to be a very small person (think Thumbelina or Tom Thumb). All of the adaptations you have to improvise, the creative solutions to problems you must solve. But, what of your future? Little Pea ends on a high note, overcoming all obstacles placed in his way. All told in this charming tale. Davide Cali is rapidly becoming one of my favorite authors for a different way to look at problems.
Illustrations were rendered in pencil crayon then colored digitally by Sebastien Mourrain. He has done a marvelous job of offering life from the perspective of a small person, showing Little Pea in the vastness of space. Colorful and comical, they add much to the story.
A solid choice to help build self-esteem and self-confidence.
Illustrations were rendered in pencil crayon then colored digitally by Sebastien Mourrain. He has done a marvelous job of offering life from the perspective of a small person, showing Little Pea in the vastness of space. Colorful and comical, they add much to the story.
A solid choice to help build self-esteem and self-confidence.
September 18, 2017
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Little Pea fin dalla nascita è veramente minuscolo, ma non per questo non ha passato un'infanzia divertente: ha imparato a nuotare, ad arrampicarsi e ha esplorato il giardino dal suo minuto punto di vista.
Da grande però che lavoro potrà mai fare un omino così piccolo? Per fortuna Little Pea è molto creativo e non si scoraggia davanti alle difficoltà!
Il libretto è grazioso, pochissime le frasi, utili più come comento alle illustrazioni già esplicative.
Ringrazio l’editore per avermi fornito la copia necessaria per scrivere questa recensione.
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Little Pea fin dalla nascita è veramente minuscolo, ma non per questo non ha passato un'infanzia divertente: ha imparato a nuotare, ad arrampicarsi e ha esplorato il giardino dal suo minuto punto di vista.
Da grande però che lavoro potrà mai fare un omino così piccolo? Per fortuna Little Pea è molto creativo e non si scoraggia davanti alle difficoltà!
Il libretto è grazioso, pochissime le frasi, utili più come comento alle illustrazioni già esplicative.
Ringrazio l’editore per avermi fornito la copia necessaria per scrivere questa recensione.
June 2, 2017
I received this ARC from Netgalley for an honest review.
Little Pea is very small. He sleeps in a matchbox and his shoes are let over doll shoes. Little Pea doesn't realize that his height or lack of makes him different until he gets to school. He is too small for his desk, for his lunch and especially for gym class. He spends recess by himself drawing. His teacher worries about what he will do with his life. It turns out that his job is perfect for him and his size. A beautifully written book with a positive message and wonderful illustrations.
Little Pea is very small. He sleeps in a matchbox and his shoes are let over doll shoes. Little Pea doesn't realize that his height or lack of makes him different until he gets to school. He is too small for his desk, for his lunch and especially for gym class. He spends recess by himself drawing. His teacher worries about what he will do with his life. It turns out that his job is perfect for him and his size. A beautifully written book with a positive message and wonderful illustrations.
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