Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast
Sophie Gilmore
When one creative idea lands Little Doctor right inside Big Mean’s tremendous jaws, she is sure she’ll be munched or crunched—until she sees that Big Mean isn’t so horrible, after all. As it turns out, the crocodile is only protecting her hatchlings, all tangled in plastic, inside her mouth.
Watercolor illustrations create a richly imagined world in this awe-inspiring story about how even little kids can be fearless, and even big, mean creatures sometimes need help.Sophie Gilmore
SKU: 205344n0nn1nWWW | ISBN: 9781771473446
"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
"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
"An enthralling demonstration of kindness in action, helmed by a confident, brown-skinned girl in a doctor’s coat." - Booklist, 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
"This is a dreamy story, wrapped in a gorgeous package, with an important environmentalist reminder." - The Horn Book
"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
"It would be a welcome addition to personal, public and school library collections." - Canadian Review of Materials
A Publishers Weekly "Flying Start" of Spring 2019
An American Booksellers Association Best Book for Young Readers, 2019
Kirkus Best Picture Book of 2019
Best picture books of the year, 2019
Publication date
March 15, 2019
Number of pages
32
Curriculum
Language Arts
Interest age
From 5 to 8