Mr. Tall

What do our readers think of Mr. Tall? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny story, bright characters and the idea that something unusual about you can become a strength. They also like seeing other Mr Men appear, especially when their own odd features lead to amusing adventures.

What does the Pageticker team say about Mr. Tall?

Mr. Tall turns a very long pair of legs into a very funny lesson in self-acceptance, with Roger Hargreaves’s familiar bold pictures and wonderfully brisk storytelling doing the heavy lifting. We like the parade of Mr Men characters and the playful wordplay. A cheerful choice for young children who enjoy short, character led stories filled with humour.

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What is Mr. Tall about?

Mr. Tall is self-conscious about his exceptionally long legs, feeling they cause more trouble than good. However, after meeting friends like Mr. Small, Mr. Tickle, Mr. Greedy, and Mr. Nosey, he learns that his unique legs can be quite advantageous. Through their adventures, Mr. Tall discovers the value of embracing his differences and gains newfound confidence in himself.

About the author

Roger Hargreaves was a British author and illustrator best known for creating the much-loved Mr. Men and Little Miss books. His colourful characters, like Mr. Tickle and Little Miss Sunshine, have entertained children all over the world. Roger enjoyed making stories that were fun, easy to read, and full of imagination.

Discussion ideas around Mr. Tall

Being different: What makes Mr Tall feel unhappy about his legs, and how does he begin to see them differently?

Useful qualities: Mr Tickle, Mr Nosey and Mr Greedy each find a good use for something unusual about themselves. What special quality would you like to have, and what could you use it for?

Helping friends: How do Mr Tall’s friends try to cheer him up, and what could you do if a friend felt unhappy about something that made them different?

Funny consequences: Which part of Mr Tall’s long legs causes the funniest problem or surprise, and why?

Tall and small: How are Mr Tall and Mr Small different, and what might they learn from one another?