Crow Boy

by Taro Yashima

Book Overview

Winner of a Caldecott Honor

A shy Japanese boy having difficulty adjusting to school is misjudged by his classmates. Chibi has been an outcast since that frightening first day of school when he hid under the schoolhouse. Afraid of the teacher and unable to make any friends, Chibi passes his free time alone -- alone at study time, alone at playtime, always a "forlorn little tag-along." But when Mr. Isobe arrives, the teacher sees things in Chibi...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 014050172X
• ISBN13: 9780140501728
• Release Date: September 1976
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.2" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 2 to 5 years

Customer Reviews

Entertainment to grow your child's heart and soul

This book encourages compassion and awareness of the natural world. It is a healthy change for children who are used to overstimulating action books and videogames.

A Must Read for Teachers

This story was first read to me by a colleague. A very enlightening and heartwarming story "Crow Boy" forces readers to reflect on the importance of considering individual differences within classroom settings. A child's potential can only be fulfilled when we consider all of their interests and needs. Every teacher must have a personal copy. I am going to get mine.

Accepting Differences

In a small Japanese village, Chibi, the main character, is an outcast at school because he is different from the other children. Day after day, Chibi is faced with feelings of isolation and rejection. This memorable story presents the reader with a situation that all children experience some time in their life. The realism of this story allowed me to feel close to Chibi and watch him change towards the end. Through the unique illustrations, Taro Yashima was successful in describing the mood and setting. The moral lesson of this story is beautiful, and should be included in every classroom at the beginning of the school year. Through this lesson, the reader learns to develop an awareness for individual differences. This short story will present you with an enjoyable learning experience. I highly recommend this book for any type of reader.

Be Prepared with the Tissues

This book touches me on a deeper level than other children's books. And I LOVE children's books! I cry often times when I read it. Read it with a box of tissues by your side. I think any child that is exposed to this book will be a more accepting, self-actualized person.

I love this book.......

The book Crow Boy is definately one of, if not my most, favorite childhood book. When I was younger, I borrowed this book numerous times from my school library and read it over and over. I only wish I could put into words how mush I love this book. The artwork of Taro Yashima is absoluetly gorgeous and amazing......I highly recommend this book for all ages