Beegu

What do our readers think of Beegu? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find Beegu adorable and empathise with her sadness, loneliness and wish to belong. Some children notice that the grown-ups are unkind and may find this upsetting, although they enjoy the warmth and comfort of Beegu’s friendships.

What does the Pageticker team say about Beegu?

Beegu is a beautifully simple, quietly powerful story about feeling lost, different and very small in a very big world. Alexis Deacon’s expressive illustrations do much of the talking, making this an excellent choice for young children learning about empathy and inclusion.

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What is Beegu about?

Beegu, a small, friendly alien, crash-lands on Earth and feels lost and lonely. The adult Earth creatures she meets are unwelcoming, but she finds comfort and friendship among children who accept her. This heartwarming tale explores themes of belonging and kindness.

About the author

Alexis Deacon is a brilliant British author and illustrator who creates imaginative stories and beautiful drawings. He is best known for his picture book 'Beegu', which is about a little alien lost on Earth. Alexis loves to bring unusual characters to life and inspire children to explore their own creativity through reading and art.

Discussion ideas around Beegu

Feeling Lost: How do you think Beegu feels when she cannot find her way home?

Being Welcoming: Why do you think the children are kinder to Beegu than some of the grown-ups?

Making Friends: What could you do if someone new joined your playground or classroom?

Pictures Speak: How can you tell when Beegu is happy, worried or lonely from her face and body?

Different Languages: How might you communicate with someone who does not speak the same language as you?