Review of The Boy Who Befriended a Giant

[Roy Nick]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Boy Who Befriended a Giant" by Shaun Williams.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Shaun Williams has composed a compelling book about two kids who appeared as outcasts to everyone else at school. At eight years old, Jack is shorter than the rest of his age mates. In addition, he has some weird-looking hair and has freckles around his cheeks and nose. With such a combination, no child wants to associate with him. Even at lunch and recess, he sits alone.

One day, a boy named Preston joins his school. Contrary to Jack, he is taller and huger than every other kid. Plus, he is dark-skinned. The rest of the kids regard him as a giant! Despite being good at sports, Preston has to keep to himself. The others run away when he approaches them. Shyly, Jack approaches Preston one day. Will they turn out to be friends?

I enjoyed the contrast between Jack and Preston. While one is white, shy, and small-structured, the other is from a different race and huge. Jack had been lonely for so long that he saw it as normalcy. Even when his home’s doorbell rang, he knew that was not his call. Instead, Jack’s elder brothers run to open the door, knowing it was friends asking to play together.

Typical to many book formats, this PDF has vibrant pictures that will stun children. I appreciated that. There’s a lesson about judging others that kids will learn. Jack’s dad is portrayed as an intelligent and caring man, often sharing advice with his sons. Jack’s mum is a well-rounded person. She ensures the family is properly cared for, attends PTA meetings, volunteers here and there, among others.

I give this book 4 out of 4 stars. The above-written points justify the rating. Furthermore, there was not even a single thing I did not like. There were no errors; therefore, the book is professionally edited. I recommend The Boy Who Befriended a Giant by Shaun Williams to kids who feel different from others. There’s always a spot for you.

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[Pauls_]

Opposite they say attracts. I have a feeling Jack and Preston would hit it off. The book is packed with moral lesson for children, therefore it would make a wonderful read.

[Watmaakjydaar34]

This book teach children not to judge the book by its cover,but too read the index,so many children will get a feast out of reading this book with in the same situation,each one teach one

[Mbenma Esther 080]

This is an intriguing book to read. The things mentioned about what is liked about the book are such nice ones. Thanks for the review.

[Nwankwo GC]

This is an interesting children's book with a brilliant review to complement it. Well done.

[Blessing Odii]

I think children will find this book interesting. Though, I would love to read it too.

[Ndagire Hassifah]

This sounds like an interesting book. I think children should try it out as they will learn many things from it. Thanks for wonderful review.

[Maryam3965]

i would highly recommend these book to my sister's kids to read, it talks about how one should never judge a book by its cover

[Aisha Yakub]

There really is always a spot for everyone. The world wouldn't be a balanced place to live in without our differences.

[Via Balatucan]

I like this book, it's very interesting to read. Plus it teaches you a lot of life lessons even as an adult.

[Sarah Sonbol]

The idea of the book is great. It's nice to teach children that you can always find friends even if you're different. Thanks for the nice review.

[Kehinde Hussein]

I love children books and this is no exception because it seems interesting and suspenseful. I'd love to find out what happens.

[Themmie10]

The contrast between them is probably what brought them together. I wonder what the friendship between them will look like.

[Ay Obaj]

Thanks for a splendid review. I love this children's book. It seems to contain the right elements for children, and the storyline was perfectly constructed. Many children will definitely enjoy reading this. Kudos to the author for a job well done.

[queen anirah]

I think they are both unique and people will always be insecure about uniquely beautiful people. This is a good book for children and the review was well written.