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The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend (Caldecott Medal Winner) Hardcover – Picture Book, April 8, 2014
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Dan Santat's Caldecott Medal-winning The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend is a humorous and thoughtful celebration of friends.
This magical story begins on an island far away where an imaginary friend is born. He patiently waits his turn to be chosen by a real child, but when he is overlooked time and again, he sets off on an incredible journey to the bustling city, where he finally meets his perfect match and--at long last--is given his special name: Beekle.
The #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat--creator of After the Fall and Are We There Yet?--combines classic storytelling with breathtaking art in an unforgettable tale about friendship, imagination, and the courage to find one's place in the world.
- Print length40 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelPreschool - 3
- Lexile measureAD480L
- Dimensions8.88 x 0.5 x 11.38 inches
- PublisherLittle, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Publication dateApril 8, 2014
- ISBN-100316199982
- ISBN-13978-0316199988
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New York Times Bestseller
#1 Indiebound Bestseller
Huffington Post Best Overall Picture Book of 2014
PBS Parents Best Picture Book of the Year
NPR "Great Read"
ALSC Notable Book for Children
A Chicago Public Library Best Picture Book of the Year
"[A] sweet, mind-bending gumdrop of a tale."―The New York Times Book Review
"Bursting at the seams with charm."―The Huffington Post
* "There's something here that feels just right as an "unimaginary" friendship creates a joyous, recognizable bond. A terrific addition to any library."―School Library Journal (starred review)
"Beekle [is] a crowned white gumdrop of lovable cuteness...Welcome, Beekle. It's nice to know you."―Kirkus Reviews
"This story would comfort children looking for new friends and would also encourage children to reach out to someone different."―LMC
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- Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (April 8, 2014)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 40 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0316199982
- ISBN-13 : 978-0316199988
- Reading age : 2 - 7 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : AD480L
- Grade level : Preschool - 3
- Item Weight : 1.05 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.88 x 0.5 x 11.38 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #11,144 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #345 in Children's Friendship Books
- #484 in Children's Activity Books (Books)
- #500 in Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books)
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About the author
Dan Santat is the Caldecott Medal-winning and New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, Are We There Yet?, and After the Fall as well as the illustrator of many other picture books, including Crankenstein by Samantha Berger. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and various pets. He invites you to visit him online at dantat.com.
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My kids are 6. They LOVE Beekle. We read it almost every night. They love the amazing story and the beyond beautiful illustrations, but their favorite part is to pick out the pieces of the story that aren't told in the words; just in the pictures. It lets them take an active role in the storytelling. This would be especially great for kids even younger who haven't started to read yet, as they can still participate in the development of the story, even if mom or dad does the reading.
I can't recommend this book enough!
The last page of the book dedicates the book for Alek and explains that the illustrations are "done in pencil, crayons, watercolor, Inc., and Photoshop. And the text was hand lettered." It really is such a fun Book to read and my favorite by far.!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2016
The last page of the book dedicates the book for Alek and explains that the illustrations are "done in pencil, crayons, watercolor, Inc., and Photoshop. And the text was hand lettered." It really is such a fun Book to read and my favorite by far.!
This book deserves every award.
As an added bonus, there is a stress toy, based on an alien from Doctor Who that bears a striking resemblance to Beekle. I have taped a paper crown onto its head, and when children are experiencing frustration, or need a reminder that there is always a friend waiting for them, they give "Beekle" a squeeze. Link Below.
Doctor Who Adipose Stress Toy
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Reviewed in Australia on March 24, 2023