Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast
La description
Crocodiles come from far and wide to seek Little Doctor’s care. She treats each one with skill and kindness—even the toughest crocs with thick skins and large, powerful jaws. Little Doctor marvels at these fearless beasts, listening to their stories, while she diagnoses and cures what ails them. But when she meets Big Mean, the largest crocodile in the land with jaws clamped tightly shut, Little Doctor can’t figure out what’s wrong. And she might be just a little bit afraid.
Récompenses
- Commended, Kirkus Best Picture Book of 2019 2019
- Commended, Best picture books of the year 2019
- Commended, An American Booksellers Association Best Book for Young Readers 2019
- Commended, A Publishers Weekly "Flying Start" of Spring 2019
Reviews
"An auspicious picture book debut!"
- Sal's Fiction Addiction
"An enthralling demonstration of kindness in action, helmed by a confident, brown-skinned girl in a doctor’s coat. "
- Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
"Children will be able to read and relate and enjoy this story. "
- Picture Book Builders
"A young girl must figure out a way to help a sharp-toothed and fearsome creature many times her size. .. A rousing, toothy adventure. "
- Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
"With its softly detailed, virtuoso art and a perfectly wrought story full of heart and respect for the imaginative rules of children’s play, this debut shines. "
- The New York Times
"It would be a welcome addition to personal, public and school library collections. "
- Canadian Review of Materials
"Gilmore’s breezy tone keeps scariness at bay. .. and her illustrations are at once dreamy and believable. The conceit of a primary school–aged child who is already a seasoned medical professional provides charm from the outset, and Little Doctor’s bravery comes from wisdom and kindness. "
- Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW
"The story seems so simple, and yet is a mile deep. It is about persistence, compassion, and respect. "
- Sally's Bookshelf
"Atmospheric and quietly humorous, [it] will appeal to fans of adventure and legends. "
- School Library Journal
"This is a dreamy story, wrapped in a gorgeous package, with an important environmentalist reminder. "
- The Horn Book
"An unexpected (and welcome) surprise, and a soon-to-be classic. "
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