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Lily and the Paper Man Hardcover – Picture Book, September 30, 2007
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- Reading age5 - 8 years
- Print length24 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelKindergarten - 3
- Lexile measure570L
- Dimensions8.5 x 0.33 x 8.5 inches
- PublisherSecond Story Press
- Publication dateSeptember 30, 2007
- ISBN-10189718719X
- ISBN-13978-1897187197
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Editorial Reviews
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"Colorful unframed pictures, created in line and watercolor, juxtapose the ragged paper man on the sidewalk with Lily, her snug home, and her fun in the rain and snow. The compassionate, realistic story will involve preschoolers, who may recognize not only that the joy of stormy weather depends on having shelter but also that they can do something besides avert their eyes from someone else’s suffering."
― Booklist"This sensitive, gentle tale with its bright, visceral illustrations is about homelessness and one child's reaction to the reality of it."
― The Globe and Mail"The book is neither saccharin nor preachy and avoids clichés, like one person can 'make a difference.'"
― Counterpoise"Of course poverty and the other social ills that lead to homelessness can't be solved with one bag of clothes, but Upjohn's straightforward tale and Benoit's nicely unromantic illustrations give kids some ideas for practical action. The story's a good reminder that even in the post-holiday season, the world needs generosity and sympathy of spirit."
― Toronto Star"The sensitive text and matching illustrations blend well to create a story of making a positive difference in our world today."
― CM Magazine"The emotion and candor captured by this story are brought to life in Benoit’s soft yet bright watercolors."
― Canadian Children's Book NewsA thoughtful story of a child's initial encounter with the existence of poverty and homelessness. ― ForeWord Magazine
"This story is very moving. Make sure you have a box of tissues handy so that you can furtively wipe your teary eyes while reading this book to your child!"
― Kidding Around Toronto"A gentle story about the value of compassion."
― Midwest Book Review"Lily and the Paper Man is an absolutely charming winter tale that will warm your heart as the cold winds blow the October cold out and welcome the November freeze in... I would give it six stars if I could but for now I shall have to content myself with five...Hopefully it will inspire others to be just as kind and generous to those less fortunate as Lily was to the Paper Man."
― Sarah's Stars"Young readers will find much to discuss as they evaluate this thoughtful story of a small child’s initial encounter with the existence of poverty and homelessness. The realistic and detailed watercolor illustrations capture Lily’s emotional journey from fear to confusion to determined resolve to improve the life of the Paper Man, whose name, she learns, is Ray...Like Eve Bunting’s classic Fly Away Home, Lily’s story makes an excellent starting point for discussions of poverty and helping others, and the age of the main character and the gentle, brightly colored illustrations add to the appeal of this story for the very young, who, like Lily, may need adult help in voicing their concerns about injustices they notice in the world."
― Foreword Magazine"This tale is perfect for reminding children about helping those less fortunate than themselves."
― The Chronicle HeraldBook Description
A child overcomes her fear of a homeless man.
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About the Author
Renné Benoit has been drawing pictures since she could hold a crayon. She now works out of her home studio in Southern Ontario, where she lives with her husband, their daughter, and their dogs. Her recent work includes When-I-was-a-little-girl by Rachna Gilmore and Goodbye to Griffith Street by Marilynn Reynolds, which was shortlisted for the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon award, and won the Christie Harris Illustrated Children’s Literature Prize in 2005.
Product details
- Publisher : Second Story Press (September 30, 2007)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 24 pages
- ISBN-10 : 189718719X
- ISBN-13 : 978-1897187197
- Reading age : 5 - 8 years
- Lexile measure : 570L
- Grade level : Kindergarten - 3
- Item Weight : 10.4 ounces
- Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.33 x 8.5 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,458,345 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #438 in Children's Books on Homelessness & Poverty
- #3,872 in Children's Values Books
- #10,605 in Children's Books on Emotions & Feelings (Books)
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About the author
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Rebecca Upjohn was born and grew up in Toronto, Canada. Her love of reading and making up stories developed after her family TV blew up when she was three. She now lives in southwestern New Hampshire.
"The Secret of the Village Fool" - 2014 winner of the Silver Birch Express Award; finalist for the 2014 Golden Oak Award; Selection on Bankstreet's 2013 The Best Books for Children.
"The Last Loon" - 2010 winner of the Municipal Chapter of Toronto IODE Jean Throop Book Award; 2012 Silver Birch Express Award honour book.
"Lily and the Paper Man" winner of the 2007 ForeWord Magazine's Book of the Year Award, Picture Book Category; 2008 finalist for the Blue Spruce Award.
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- Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2022I really like this book as a classroom read aloud.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2018Phenomenal book about how a child’s heart can see through rough appearances and make a difference for those in need
- Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2017great, sweet story. daughter loves it...helps that her name is Lily :)
- Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2012My 1st grader loves this book. It was suggested to her by the school teacher. We really like it! Its worth the purchase!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2009Our 2 1/2 year old daughter loves this book and it has helped her better understand how children can make a difference in this world.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2014Adorable book!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2012We live in the city, so explaining why various bus stops have people sleeping on the benches (with shopping carts of "stuff" nearby) is difficult to really put into words. So when I saw this book I thought it would be perfect. It did not disappoint. I read this to my daughter at 5, and although much of it was over her head in terms of her understanding, it DID talk so perfectly about helping others, and giving of ourselves. Now at 7 she understands it and can read it herself, so we put it into her rotation of Thanksgiving/winter holidays books, which seems like a generally good time to talk about giving to others. I like the illustrations of course, which to me, can make or break a good children's book. 5 stars!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016Awesome service and perfect story for littles!
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- Stephanie BrunetteReviewed in Canada on April 28, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Love this book!