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The Invisible Boy

By Trudy Ludwig

When a new boy arrives, can Brian’s kindness finally make someone notice him?

gentle · heartwarming · empathetic · thought-provoking

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing Realistic Fiction

What is The Invisible Boy about?

Brian often feels invisible at school. He is left out of games, groups and a classmate’s birthday party, while nobody seems to notice how lonely he is. When Justin arrives as the new boy, Brian is the first person to welcome him. The two boys soon work together on a class project, giving Brian a chance to share his ideas and shine. Through their growing friendship, Brian discovers that one small act of kindness can help someone feel seen, valued and included.

About the author

Trudy Ludwig is an award-winning author who writes thoughtful books for children. Her stories help young readers understand friendship, kindness and caring for others. She is best known for The Invisible Boy, a much-loved picture book. Trudy also visits schools and speaks about making classrooms happier, kinder places where everyone can feel included.

Pages

40 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2013

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