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A Little Bit Different
A light and fun story depicting the journey from ignorance to acceptance and celebration. A Little Bit Different by Clare Alexander is a beautiful story exploring acceptance and joy in being different.
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising something special which they all want to do at the exact same time – but wait! What’s that? One of them does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on him. But all it takes is for one person to recognise the beauty in being different to spark a change in attitude of everyone.
With simple and striking illustrations, A Little bit Different is a joyful reading experience for both you and your child, with the opportunity to spark more meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising something special which they all want to do at the exact same time – but wait! What’s that? One of them does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on him. But all it takes is for one person to recognise the beauty in being different to spark a change in attitude of everyone.
With simple and striking illustrations, A Little bit Different is a joyful reading experience for both you and your child, with the opportunity to spark more meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published September 17, 2019
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About the author
Claire Alexander
27 books256 followersClaire was born in Bath, Wiltshire and moved to Kent when she was six. she has always loved drawing from an early age and remembers being asked by her school mates to draw rabbits for them! After school she studied Fine Art at the Kent Institute of Art and Design in Canterbury where she achieved a BA degree in Painting. She moved to London in 1995 and stumbled through many different jobs until she studied children's illustration at Putney School of Art. Here Claire produced her first dummy book for Small Florence, which was then published and started her dream career as an author illustrator.
In 2007 Claire wrote her own course on writing and illustrating picture books which she has been teaching ever since, and now at the House of Illustration. She regularly visits schools and enjoys drawing for children.
Claire's new title 'The Best Bit of Daddy's Day' will be published in June 2016.
'Monkey and the Little One' was shortlisted for the 2015 Junior Design Awards and listed as one of the top ten best new picture books during Independent Book Sellers Week 2015.
'Back to Front and Upside Down' won the 2013 Schneider Family Book Award from the American Libraries Associataion. The award honors an author or illustrator for a book that embodies an artistic expression of the disability experience for child and adolescent audiences.
'Lucy and the Bully' won the 2009 Paterson Prize for Young People and 'Small Florence' was short listed for the 2010 Mad About Books Stockport Schools' Book Award.
In 2007 Claire wrote her own course on writing and illustrating picture books which she has been teaching ever since, and now at the House of Illustration. She regularly visits schools and enjoys drawing for children.
Claire's new title 'The Best Bit of Daddy's Day' will be published in June 2016.
'Monkey and the Little One' was shortlisted for the 2015 Junior Design Awards and listed as one of the top ten best new picture books during Independent Book Sellers Week 2015.
'Back to Front and Upside Down' won the 2013 Schneider Family Book Award from the American Libraries Associataion. The award honors an author or illustrator for a book that embodies an artistic expression of the disability experience for child and adolescent audiences.
'Lucy and the Bully' won the 2009 Paterson Prize for Young People and 'Small Florence' was short listed for the 2010 Mad About Books Stockport Schools' Book Award.
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October 13, 2019
This is a very cute, simple book about being different. But it actually doesn’t make much sense to me. We have these little characters that push out black colour from their heads (imagine an ink cloud). And one that pushes out a rainbow of colours. Others make fun of him, he finds a friend who loves the colours and eventually goes back to the others to stand up to them.
All good right? Right.
But then suddenly the others start pushing out other colours besides black. So my question is could they always choose their colours? Why didn’t the rainbow one know this?
Mostly I’m confused because to me this says that all you need to do is change others to be like you to be accepted. The problem is that isn’t always possible. I can imagine a child reading this (or having it read to them) and asking a parent about changing their skin colour, height, or other attribute that can’t be changed.
A much better story would end with the others accepting our rainbow character for who they are and it all being okay.
It made me think of the movie Grease where Sally changes her entire look and attitude at the end of the movie in order to be accepted. It’s actually not a great outcome when you think about it. Wouldn’t it be so much better for us all to accept each other as we are?
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is an honest and unbiased review.
All good right? Right.
But then suddenly the others start pushing out other colours besides black. So my question is could they always choose their colours? Why didn’t the rainbow one know this?
Mostly I’m confused because to me this says that all you need to do is change others to be like you to be accepted. The problem is that isn’t always possible. I can imagine a child reading this (or having it read to them) and asking a parent about changing their skin colour, height, or other attribute that can’t be changed.
A much better story would end with the others accepting our rainbow character for who they are and it all being okay.
It made me think of the movie Grease where Sally changes her entire look and attitude at the end of the movie in order to be accepted. It’s actually not a great outcome when you think about it. Wouldn’t it be so much better for us all to accept each other as we are?
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is an honest and unbiased review.
September 28, 2019
Firstly, let's get the fact that the Ploofers are extremely cute and that the book itself is worth owning from that point alone. I have read a LOT of books now about being different and using colour to depict this difference. Red: A Crayon's Story springs to mind but Alexander's is just a little more open to interpretation and gentle in its telling.
All Ploofers ploof out grey clouds and they're happy with this but one Ploofer is different. When they ploof, something other than grey comes out. This little Ploofer is proud of what they make but their companions are not so sure. A Little bit Different leaves a lot to interpretation. Whilst deceptively simple, its openness means that it can have multiple interpretations and is there for each young reader to interpret. Whatever the case it tells us that we should all embrace and welcome difference.
All Ploofers ploof out grey clouds and they're happy with this but one Ploofer is different. When they ploof, something other than grey comes out. This little Ploofer is proud of what they make but their companions are not so sure. A Little bit Different leaves a lot to interpretation. Whilst deceptively simple, its openness means that it can have multiple interpretations and is there for each young reader to interpret. Whatever the case it tells us that we should all embrace and welcome difference.
September 18, 2022
Featured in a grandma reads session.
This is a message my group cheers for every time we come across it. . . acceptance of those who are different than we are (because everyone is different than we are!). Our rights and liberties extend only to the places where yours / theirs begins, right? Right.
The words and art in this little book about Ploofs shows that expectations only go so far, and we should all be ready to be surprised by each other. That is what life is all about!
This is a message my group cheers for every time we come across it. . . acceptance of those who are different than we are (because everyone is different than we are!). Our rights and liberties extend only to the places where yours / theirs begins, right? Right.
The words and art in this little book about Ploofs shows that expectations only go so far, and we should all be ready to be surprised by each other. That is what life is all about!
June 16, 2021
The Ploofers all PLOOF! Except for one, whose PLOOF! is a SHOOF! This Ploofer loves the thing that makes them different … until the rest of the Ploofers question it.
The other Ploofers all think the SHOOF! is weird. It’s outside of their comfort zone because they haven’t seen a SHOOF! before.
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The judgement of the other Ploofers makes the SHOOF! Ploofer sad. They wonder why the other Ploofers aren’t accepting of the thing that makes them different.
It isn’t until Toasty recognises the beauty of this Ploofer’s SHOOF! and encourages them to embrace their difference that the SHOOF! Ploofer regains their confidence.
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I loved the SHOOF! Ploofer and the message that it’s okay to be different. It can be scary to have the courage to be yourself, especially when the way you express yourself is outside of the norm, but there will always be those like Toasty who will value you for who you are.
Although the other Ploofers originally shy away from what is new, eventually they realise that different doesn’t automatically equal bad. By accepting the Ploofer who is different, the rest of the Ploofers learn acceptance and in doing so their own lives are brightened.
I naturally rebel against any system that asserts that because this is the way we’ve always done something, that’s the only way it can be done. You shouldn’t have to hide your unique gifts just because some other Ploofers are unwilling to think outside of the box. Meaningful change can come when we open ourselves up to possibilities we haven’t considered before.
I’m all for anything that celebrates diversity. In this book, it’s diversity of expression that’s addressed but this can be applied to all forms of diversity.
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Happy Yak, an imprint of Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, for the opportunity to read this picture book.
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The other Ploofers all think the SHOOF! is weird. It’s outside of their comfort zone because they haven’t seen a SHOOF! before.
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The judgement of the other Ploofers makes the SHOOF! Ploofer sad. They wonder why the other Ploofers aren’t accepting of the thing that makes them different.
It isn’t until Toasty recognises the beauty of this Ploofer’s SHOOF! and encourages them to embrace their difference that the SHOOF! Ploofer regains their confidence.
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I loved the SHOOF! Ploofer and the message that it’s okay to be different. It can be scary to have the courage to be yourself, especially when the way you express yourself is outside of the norm, but there will always be those like Toasty who will value you for who you are.
Although the other Ploofers originally shy away from what is new, eventually they realise that different doesn’t automatically equal bad. By accepting the Ploofer who is different, the rest of the Ploofers learn acceptance and in doing so their own lives are brightened.
I naturally rebel against any system that asserts that because this is the way we’ve always done something, that’s the only way it can be done. You shouldn’t have to hide your unique gifts just because some other Ploofers are unwilling to think outside of the box. Meaningful change can come when we open ourselves up to possibilities we haven’t considered before.
I’m all for anything that celebrates diversity. In this book, it’s diversity of expression that’s addressed but this can be applied to all forms of diversity.
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Happy Yak, an imprint of Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, for the opportunity to read this picture book.
Blog - https://schizanthusnerd.com
November 4, 2019
This is an extremely simple story, almost wordless based on the few sentences and text on the pages. The Ploofs are round creatures, similar to a balloon with the air thing on the top. They all let out a ploof that looks like a black cloud. Then one of them starts to let off colours and they get upset because he is doing something different, so they snub him. When one ploof likes the colours they go back and confront the others and they all start letting off different colours. I am assuming the lesson is about accepting others who are different, but if they could all blow off colours, how was he/she really different. It seems to me that it is more about following what others are doing even when it is stifling who you are. Saying that, my grandchildren were not impressed with this book. I think in a classroom setting where the discussion is about not following others blindly and allowing yourself to show your talents, then it could be a useful book. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own.
September 6, 2019
The message of this story is a good one, although I found the execution a bit too simple for my taste.
There are these little creatures called Ploofers who shoot grey smoke out of the tops of their heads. But one of them does something a little more colourful, and the rest of the Ploofers don't know what to make of it. In fact, they don't like it at all, because it's different. So the poor little Ploofer who's a bit different starts to feel bad... until someone else comes along and really likes that new creation.
Everything about this book is simple. The text is simple. The illustrations are simple. It works, but I kind of prefer a little more in the picture books I read.
I have to say, though, that the illustration on the copyright page is probably my favourite. It made me laugh out loud.
Thank you to NetGalley and words & pictures for providing a digital ARC.
There are these little creatures called Ploofers who shoot grey smoke out of the tops of their heads. But one of them does something a little more colourful, and the rest of the Ploofers don't know what to make of it. In fact, they don't like it at all, because it's different. So the poor little Ploofer who's a bit different starts to feel bad... until someone else comes along and really likes that new creation.
Everything about this book is simple. The text is simple. The illustrations are simple. It works, but I kind of prefer a little more in the picture books I read.
I have to say, though, that the illustration on the copyright page is probably my favourite. It made me laugh out loud.
Thank you to NetGalley and words & pictures for providing a digital ARC.
August 28, 2019
A wordless book, in the true sense of picture book… A bit too light for me. It «talks» about diversity and being different which is good, but the lax of depth make it just a bit too light to really embrace the subject. Of course this is for really young kids, but does kids so young really think and make a lot about difference...? I don’t think so. I think hating people who are different, for whatever reasons is something some children learn and it will appears at an older age. Anyway, all that to say that I’m not sure about the utility of this book and didn’t like it much.
December 2, 2022
10/10, dieses Buch auf einfach SO UNFASSBAR WHOLESOME und auch mit meinen 22 Jahren musste ich es aus der Buchhandlung mitnehmen. So eine süße Geschichte, die mit den cutesten Illustrationen brilliert.
September 18, 2019
The ploofers are adorable, especially the one who is 'a little bit different'. And when his fellow ploofers realise he is not quite like them, their treatment of him changes and it's a bit sad! When a new ploofer comes along, will they all learn that to be unique is something special?
I loved the simplicity of this story that could be shared with young readers of any age. Teaching children the importance of expecting those who are different to them and giving lots of opportunities.
I will definitely consider using this in the classroom and I will look forward to their reaction to the copyright page!
Thank you to the publishers, the author and NetGalley for granting me access to an advanced digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I loved the simplicity of this story that could be shared with young readers of any age. Teaching children the importance of expecting those who are different to them and giving lots of opportunities.
I will definitely consider using this in the classroom and I will look forward to their reaction to the copyright page!
Thank you to the publishers, the author and NetGalley for granting me access to an advanced digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 16, 2020
I received a copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
This is a very cute picture book for children about how we are all different and that differences not only should be valued and understood but that we are all unique and individuals!
I adored this book. The illustrations are beautifully done and the book brings lots of opportunities for discussions with your child/or children.
This is a very cute picture book for children about how we are all different and that differences not only should be valued and understood but that we are all unique and individuals!
I adored this book. The illustrations are beautifully done and the book brings lots of opportunities for discussions with your child/or children.
November 9, 2021
Sehr süßes Buch für (ganz) kleine Kinder.
Die Botschaft: Anders sein ist schön und einzigartig und nichts, wofür man sich schämen muss.
Außerdem zeigt es: Für andere einstehen ist ganz wichtig und kann Kraft geben, um ganz man selbst zu sein.
Die Botschaft: Anders sein ist schön und einzigartig und nichts, wofür man sich schämen muss.
Außerdem zeigt es: Für andere einstehen ist ganz wichtig und kann Kraft geben, um ganz man selbst zu sein.
September 3, 2020
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Have you ever come across a book that is great but also not so great? And it's this way for a few reasons, but a lot of it ultimately comes down to interpretation? I feel like Claire Alexander's A Little Bit Different has a beautiful message that's important but also has so many different possible interpretations that the message she intended to send might not actually be the one her readers receive. And this is really where everything falls apart.
Celebrating Differences
Alright, so the general message this book is trying to send is that being different is good. We should celebrate our differences. We should be accepting of others who are different. And just because someone isn't like you or the people you know best doesn't mean they aren't good or worth talking to. The premise follows a bunch of creatures called Ploofers. They all "ploof" out grey smoke.
Except one day, one Ploofer ploofs out rainbow smoke.
As can unfortunately be very common in our world, all the other Ploofers become very judgmental of the rainbow Ploofer. They ignore him, they treat him poorly, etc. That is, they do so until one Ploofer takes an interest in the rainbow Ploofer and gets to know him. As more Ploofers become more accepting, more Ploofers start to "ploof" out colors other than grey.
Interpretations
So, generally, you can say that the message is a good one. Be accepting and the world will be full of rainbows. Where it runs into issues is when you break it down and compare it to real world scenarios. Let's say the differences are skin colors. Well, you can't exactly change your skin color (and when you can it's not always a great thing), so...the fact that all the Ploofers later end up "ploofing" out different colors when they were grey to begin with doesn't quite add up.
It also just sends a weird message. It's not like we would ever want to encourage the majority race to become the minority races. That would obviously be a very big problem.
But okay, let's step back now and say that it's not about skin color. Let's say it's about culture. Or ideas and thought. This, for me, is the best interpretation. I love the idea that a group of people who all think similarly (the grey smoke) can be influenced to develop and change their thinking by meeting someone who thinks differently (rainbow smoke). As any developing person knows, you can remain stuck in your own way of thinking when you are surrounded by like minded people. But, when you open yourself up to new experiences and people who have different ideas, you gain a wonderful opportunity to grow yourself.
Suddenly you see all these different ways of thinking on the page before you. You see how meeting different people can influence who you are, can make you better. No longer are you in a bubble rehashing the same ideas over and over again with the same people. Now you are learning and growing. Both you, those you know currently, and the world as a whole is better for it. It is this interpretation that I think Claire was going for. The unfortunate thing is that not everyone is picking up on it.
Ploofers
Honestly, I think the colored smoke was a brilliant idea for this book. I especially loved how easily it was for me to liken the smoke to thought bubbles. The Ploofers are absolutely adorable from start to finish. Though the colors do not stick out initially, the book as a whole grows more and more beautiful and engaging as you continue reading.
I wish that Alexander had been a little bit more clear somewhere about this being more about differences in thought than differences in appearance. Also, I find it a bit silly that there was only one Ploofer who ploofed out smoke that wasn't grey. As if there is only one person who thinks differently enough to influence another person. This book may have been a lot better if the rainbow Ploofer knew others similar to him or was traveling from one Ploofer town to the next--say the first had been yellow, the second red, etc--changing thoughts as he went.
All in all, this was definitely what I would consider a respectable attempt to send this message. I do think that it could be interpreted differently and may need some clarification. It's definitely a book I would want to use to start a conversation rather than one I would simply leave to be interpreted by a child on their own.
I was provided a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Have you ever come across a book that is great but also not so great? And it's this way for a few reasons, but a lot of it ultimately comes down to interpretation? I feel like Claire Alexander's A Little Bit Different has a beautiful message that's important but also has so many different possible interpretations that the message she intended to send might not actually be the one her readers receive. And this is really where everything falls apart.
Celebrating Differences
Alright, so the general message this book is trying to send is that being different is good. We should celebrate our differences. We should be accepting of others who are different. And just because someone isn't like you or the people you know best doesn't mean they aren't good or worth talking to. The premise follows a bunch of creatures called Ploofers. They all "ploof" out grey smoke.
Except one day, one Ploofer ploofs out rainbow smoke.
As can unfortunately be very common in our world, all the other Ploofers become very judgmental of the rainbow Ploofer. They ignore him, they treat him poorly, etc. That is, they do so until one Ploofer takes an interest in the rainbow Ploofer and gets to know him. As more Ploofers become more accepting, more Ploofers start to "ploof" out colors other than grey.
Interpretations
So, generally, you can say that the message is a good one. Be accepting and the world will be full of rainbows. Where it runs into issues is when you break it down and compare it to real world scenarios. Let's say the differences are skin colors. Well, you can't exactly change your skin color (and when you can it's not always a great thing), so...the fact that all the Ploofers later end up "ploofing" out different colors when they were grey to begin with doesn't quite add up.
It also just sends a weird message. It's not like we would ever want to encourage the majority race to become the minority races. That would obviously be a very big problem.
But okay, let's step back now and say that it's not about skin color. Let's say it's about culture. Or ideas and thought. This, for me, is the best interpretation. I love the idea that a group of people who all think similarly (the grey smoke) can be influenced to develop and change their thinking by meeting someone who thinks differently (rainbow smoke). As any developing person knows, you can remain stuck in your own way of thinking when you are surrounded by like minded people. But, when you open yourself up to new experiences and people who have different ideas, you gain a wonderful opportunity to grow yourself.
Suddenly you see all these different ways of thinking on the page before you. You see how meeting different people can influence who you are, can make you better. No longer are you in a bubble rehashing the same ideas over and over again with the same people. Now you are learning and growing. Both you, those you know currently, and the world as a whole is better for it. It is this interpretation that I think Claire was going for. The unfortunate thing is that not everyone is picking up on it.
Ploofers
Honestly, I think the colored smoke was a brilliant idea for this book. I especially loved how easily it was for me to liken the smoke to thought bubbles. The Ploofers are absolutely adorable from start to finish. Though the colors do not stick out initially, the book as a whole grows more and more beautiful and engaging as you continue reading.
I wish that Alexander had been a little bit more clear somewhere about this being more about differences in thought than differences in appearance. Also, I find it a bit silly that there was only one Ploofer who ploofed out smoke that wasn't grey. As if there is only one person who thinks differently enough to influence another person. This book may have been a lot better if the rainbow Ploofer knew others similar to him or was traveling from one Ploofer town to the next--say the first had been yellow, the second red, etc--changing thoughts as he went.
All in all, this was definitely what I would consider a respectable attempt to send this message. I do think that it could be interpreted differently and may need some clarification. It's definitely a book I would want to use to start a conversation rather than one I would simply leave to be interpreted by a child on their own.
I was provided a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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September 9, 2024
This is a wonderful book about how it’s OK to be different and how sometimes it just takes one other person to make you feel OK about it. And maybe even convince other people that it’s OK. this book has very simple illustrations and text yet I do believe it would keep young children entertained and engaged.
December 18, 2019
A light and fun story depicting the journey from ignorance to acceptance and celebration. A Little Bit Different by Clare Alexander is a beautiful story exploring acceptance and joy in being different.
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practicing something special which they all want to do at the exact same time—but wait! What’s that? One of them does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on him. But all it takes is for one person to recognize the beauty in being different to spark a change in the attitude of everyone.
With simple and striking illustrations, A Little bit Different is a joyful reading experience for both you and your child, with the opportunity to spark more meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
This book reminds me of Pancakes for Breakfast and other wordless and other books with minimal words. The message behind the book is very reminiscent of "Zero" or "One", both of which were books with amazing messages. It is geared towards younger children (I would say 8 and younger) and helps them to understand/grasp that people are different, and no matter how different we are, that it is okay.
For adults who are reading this story or sharing it with young children, I could understand the criticism that it is "simple", however, in the same breath, it is a children's book. I would have enjoyed if there were a few age-appropriate examples of how we are all different, but I at the end of the day, I think this was still a great book, with a wonderful message.
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practicing something special which they all want to do at the exact same time—but wait! What’s that? One of them does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on him. But all it takes is for one person to recognize the beauty in being different to spark a change in the attitude of everyone.
With simple and striking illustrations, A Little bit Different is a joyful reading experience for both you and your child, with the opportunity to spark more meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
This book reminds me of Pancakes for Breakfast and other wordless and other books with minimal words. The message behind the book is very reminiscent of "Zero" or "One", both of which were books with amazing messages. It is geared towards younger children (I would say 8 and younger) and helps them to understand/grasp that people are different, and no matter how different we are, that it is okay.
For adults who are reading this story or sharing it with young children, I could understand the criticism that it is "simple", however, in the same breath, it is a children's book. I would have enjoyed if there were a few age-appropriate examples of how we are all different, but I at the end of the day, I think this was still a great book, with a wonderful message.
September 29, 2019
'A Little Bit Different' with words and pictures by Claire Alexander is an allegory about accepting those who are different.
The ploofers are creatures that look like balloons. They have been practicing something they all want to do together. When one of the ploofers does something different, no one knows how to react. That ploofer is left on the outside, until someone else comes along and encourages everyone to accept the difference.
This book works well for small children to help them understand that it's ok for others to be different, and it does it in, I think, a pretty accessible way. The illustrations are a bit simple, but they get the truth of the story across well.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - words & pictures, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
The ploofers are creatures that look like balloons. They have been practicing something they all want to do together. When one of the ploofers does something different, no one knows how to react. That ploofer is left on the outside, until someone else comes along and encourages everyone to accept the difference.
This book works well for small children to help them understand that it's ok for others to be different, and it does it in, I think, a pretty accessible way. The illustrations are a bit simple, but they get the truth of the story across well.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - words & pictures, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
September 22, 2019
Rejection then acceptance and on to celebration.
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising something special which they all want to do at the exact same time. Will they be th next America’s Got Talent? When they do perform, one little ploofers does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on hiim. Just like in real life sadly. But wait a minute... someone recognizes the beauty in being different which sparks a change in attitude of everyone.
This is a happy little reading experience for both the adult and child, creating the opportunity to spark. meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
I think the ploofers have more to say. Sequel please...
Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising something special which they all want to do at the exact same time. Will they be th next America’s Got Talent? When they do perform, one little ploofers does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on hiim. Just like in real life sadly. But wait a minute... someone recognizes the beauty in being different which sparks a change in attitude of everyone.
This is a happy little reading experience for both the adult and child, creating the opportunity to spark. meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
I think the ploofers have more to say. Sequel please...
September 10, 2019
I received an electronic ARC from Quarto Publishing Group through NetGalley.
The Ploofers live in a world of gray ploofs until one of them shoofs rainbow colors. They reject the different until another species recognizes how special the one Ploofer is. Everything resolves and they all begin shoofing in colors.
Simple text and story for young readers with a deeper message for the rest of us. The character expressions help readers see the emotions beyond the simple words and simplicity of illustrations.
However, I wanted more from this story. The concept and message are especially needed at this time but it was almost too simplistic. This could be deliberate to trigger family discussions but I'm not sure the intended audience will get the intended message.
The Ploofers live in a world of gray ploofs until one of them shoofs rainbow colors. They reject the different until another species recognizes how special the one Ploofer is. Everything resolves and they all begin shoofing in colors.
Simple text and story for young readers with a deeper message for the rest of us. The character expressions help readers see the emotions beyond the simple words and simplicity of illustrations.
However, I wanted more from this story. The concept and message are especially needed at this time but it was almost too simplistic. This could be deliberate to trigger family discussions but I'm not sure the intended audience will get the intended message.
September 26, 2019
A Little Bit Different
By Claire Alexander
I give this book five out of five birds. It is an adorable yet simple book that opens up a great discussion with young kids. It was short on words, but I think it hit the spot for the intended age. My two young daughters enjoyed talking about people’s differences and how we can support people in them. I love the art and the splashes of color throughout. It’s simple and should be read in schools!
Thanks Netgalley for the free advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!
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By Claire Alexander
I give this book five out of five birds. It is an adorable yet simple book that opens up a great discussion with young kids. It was short on words, but I think it hit the spot for the intended age. My two young daughters enjoyed talking about people’s differences and how we can support people in them. I love the art and the splashes of color throughout. It’s simple and should be read in schools!
Thanks Netgalley for the free advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!
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September 21, 2019
Es abrir A little bit different por primera vez y sentir que tienes entre manos algo diferente. Una historia que destaca precisamente lo único y deja muy claro que no hay nada malo en ser o querer hacer las cosas de otra forma, diferente al resto.
Lo que para unos es feo o inaceptable, para otros en cambio puede ser lo más bonito que ha visto hasta el momento. Todos tenemos nuestro espacio en la sociedad seamos o no iguales al resto y que nuestras diferencias no deben marcarnos o impedirnos ser nosotros mismos.
Reseña completa en: https://libroshappy.org/a-little-bit-...
Lo que para unos es feo o inaceptable, para otros en cambio puede ser lo más bonito que ha visto hasta el momento. Todos tenemos nuestro espacio en la sociedad seamos o no iguales al resto y que nuestras diferencias no deben marcarnos o impedirnos ser nosotros mismos.
Reseña completa en: https://libroshappy.org/a-little-bit-...
September 25, 2019
**I received this from NetGalley for an honest review. **
Character Development:★★★☆☆
Since this was such a simple but beautifully written children’s story it does not take the reader too in-depth of any of the characters.
Flow of the Story:★★★★★
Easy to follow.
Illustrations: ★★★★☆
So cute I want to hug the small creatures of this cute children’s book.
Overall: The message in this book was what is so powerful. The illustrations and characters were simple but showcased the message of the story in a very understanding way that the story could be comprehended though all grades/ages. Claire crafted the perfect story to be read and discussed with any age group.
Character Development:★★★☆☆
Since this was such a simple but beautifully written children’s story it does not take the reader too in-depth of any of the characters.
Flow of the Story:★★★★★
Easy to follow.
Illustrations: ★★★★☆
So cute I want to hug the small creatures of this cute children’s book.
Overall: The message in this book was what is so powerful. The illustrations and characters were simple but showcased the message of the story in a very understanding way that the story could be comprehended though all grades/ages. Claire crafted the perfect story to be read and discussed with any age group.
February 10, 2020
I thought this book was really cute. The illustrations made me happy, and made me wish there was more to the story. The message of the book comes across without any words, but I do wish there had been some, just to bring a little something more to it. I am kind of confused as to what the poof stuff they created was. It seemed like they could change it if they wanted to, so it wasn't necessarily that the one that was using the different colors was necessarily physically different, he just chose to be.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Author: Claire Alexander
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group
Publication Date: 17 Sep 2019
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Author: Claire Alexander
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group
Publication Date: 17 Sep 2019
September 11, 2019
This is one of the simplest picture books I’ve seen in a while. It conveys an important concept for children, excepting those who do things differently from you. It’s short on words but none-the-less it uses them to great effect. Funny words are always a hit with small children and my daughter was giggling up a storm the moment I said the word “ploof.”
This book received the “read it again” seal of approval from my little bookwyrm.
A Little Bit Different is due for release on September 17, 2019. Thank you NetGalley and to the Publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
This book received the “read it again” seal of approval from my little bookwyrm.
A Little Bit Different is due for release on September 17, 2019. Thank you NetGalley and to the Publisher for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
September 24, 2019
This book is really cute! I really like the little Ploofers and the "different" Ploofer is especially adorable. I like that he finds a friend to encourage him despite being different and that he is then celebrated in his differentness. Having two kids with Autism, I've learned that being different is often a catalyst to bullying and intolerance. I wish more kids understood that it's okay to be different. This book has such a wonderful message!
This book was provided to me through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
This book was provided to me through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
September 4, 2019
I was given this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
A Little Bit Different is a simple book with a very strong message. Great for little ones. The illustrations are charming and very unique. I would suggest this book for fans of Jon Klassen.
The bit of crude humor at the end didn't quite land with me, but won't offend fans of contemporary children's media (i.e. Trolls, Boss Baby, etc).
Definitely worth the look!
A Little Bit Different is a simple book with a very strong message. Great for little ones. The illustrations are charming and very unique. I would suggest this book for fans of Jon Klassen.
The bit of crude humor at the end didn't quite land with me, but won't offend fans of contemporary children's media (i.e. Trolls, Boss Baby, etc).
Definitely worth the look!
September 7, 2019
What a cute story! This book is very short with great pictures. It tells the story of a little Ploof that is a little bit different. It shows acceptance of differences. It will be a great book to use with some of my students to help teach about differences, how sometimes people react, and how we can help show people that being different is not only OK but it is GREAT!
* Thank you NetGalley for this advanced reader's copy in exchange for my honest review
* Thank you NetGalley for this advanced reader's copy in exchange for my honest review
August 30, 2019
This was a very simple book.
The color scheme was intentionally basic.
I read it with my four year old and he enjoyed it, and answered back when I said "isn't it awesome".
It wasn't as straight forward the teaching from this expect that some people like new things, different things.
It was a simple and enjoyable book and could be a good small paper back book.
The color scheme was intentionally basic.
I read it with my four year old and he enjoyed it, and answered back when I said "isn't it awesome".
It wasn't as straight forward the teaching from this expect that some people like new things, different things.
It was a simple and enjoyable book and could be a good small paper back book.
September 2, 2019
The artwork is very simple, but it is cute. The concept is very simple, but it carries a big message. This is a very simple show of how differences are good and don’t have to be a bad thing just because it isn’t the same as everything/everyone else.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing fro providing me with an ARC.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing fro providing me with an ARC.
September 7, 2019
A Little Bit Different is a very simple but sweet book about celebrating differences. This would be a great book for young toddlers and older preschoolers alike as the concept is illustrated in a very simplistic way but it can also serve as a conversation starter for older kids.
I received a copy from the publisher through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy from the publisher through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
September 9, 2019
This picture book would make a great addition to any library! It shows how it's Ok to be different. At first, one of the Poofers was being made fun of when he didn't POOF at the same time as others, but the others started to see him as different and beautiful! Many great lessons with this picture book!
September 12, 2019
Simply adorable and sweet! Teaches children and reminds adults that being different is a good thing! Being different is a part of life and keeps everything interesting. This book needs to be added to my home library. Every child should feel comfortable with being different and embrace others who are as well.
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