{"product_id":"the-thing-about-georgie-isbn-9780060875916","title":"The Thing About Georgie","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFans of Kate DiCamillo and R. J. Palacio will love \u003cem\u003eThe Thing About Georgie\u003c\/em\u003e, a warm and humorous story starring an unforgettable young boy with dwarfism, from acclaimed author Lisa Graff. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn upbeat and sensitive look at what it's like to be different, this novel will spark discussion.” (\u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs far as Georgie is concerned, everyone has a \"thing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about poodles is that Georgie Bishop hates to walk them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Jeanie the Meanie is that she would rather write on her shoe than help Georgie with their Abraham Lincoln project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Andy's nonna is that she kisses Georgie's cheeks and doesn't speak one word of English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Georgie's mom is that she's having a baby—a baby who will probably be taller than Georgie very, very soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Georgie . . . well, what is the thing about Georgie?\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eAs far as Georgie is concerned, everyone has a \"thing\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about poodles is that Georgie Bishop hates to walk them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Jeanie the Meanie is that she would rather write on her shoe than help Georgie with their Abraham Lincoln project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Andy's nonna is that she kisses Georgie's cheeks and doesn't speak one word of English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Georgie's mom is that she's having a baby—a baby who will probably be taller than Georgie very, very soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thing about Georgie . . . well, what is the thing about Georgie?\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"A likable hero, Georgie is realistically drawn, and inventive suggestions at the start of many chapters will help readers understand some aspects of life as a little person. A compelling portrayal of dwarfism, differences and growing up.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Graff employs a light touch, turning in a poignant, often funny exploration of what it means to celebrate one's skills rather than lamenting one's limitations An upbeat and sensitive look at what it's like to be different, this novel will spark discussion.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is a remarkable story of maturation, featuring a boy whose growing up is not evident on the tape measure he keeps hidden in the back of his closet. This entertaining and thoughtful read will encourage youngsters to consider the true meaning of growth.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This first novel uses the unconventional tactic of introducing its main character by inviting readers to touch their left ears with their right hands, something that young Georgie cannot do, 'because the thing was, Georgie Bishop was a dwarf.' [Graff] sensitively and accurately depicts the emotions he struggles with. In Georgie, Graff has created a likable, realistic fourth-grader who is a dwarf, and more.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44887717839077,"sku":"NP9780060875916","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780060875916.jpg?v=1730227309","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-thing-about-georgie-isbn-9780060875916","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}