Eggbert, the Slightly Cracked Egg

by Tom Ross

Book Overview

Cast out of the refrigerator because of a small crack, Eggbert sets out into the world, using his talent for painting to try to blend in. Eventually he realizes that cracks are everywhere and reminds us all that our flaws are perfectly natural.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0698114442
• ISBN13: 9780698114449
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 2.7" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

colorful artwork, great story to go with it

This is an enjoyable book for kids of all ages to enjoy. The art work is hilarious! Celery stands with arms akimbo along with the other angry vegetables who throw Eggbert out of his home in the refrigerator, into the world. It is a message of hope and acceptance of yourself that spans the ages. I bought it because I fanned through the book and loved the art work, but the story that goes with Eggbert's tale of self-acceptance makes this book a classic for children. I want to see more of artist Rex Barron's work and hope he pairs up with the author, Tom Ross, again.

Eggbert is great!

I read this book to kids who visited my school library each spring for years. I enjoyed it enough to order for my grandchildren. The message that "being a little different is just fine" is wonderful. The illustrations are well done and I think it works for Easter. A good picture book!

Eggbert The slightly cracked egg...

The kids can't get enough of this book. The illustrations leap off the page, they are colorful and realistic. Story applies to all in teaching about differences and what people can do when on the other side of the fence. A true delight of a story!

An amazing book teaching everyone the pride in diversity.

This book is absolutely wonderful. It talks about the slightly cracked egg trying to find his niche and his identity. As he journeys place to place he discovers the uniqueness of being different. The illustrations are excellent, vividly depicting the story. A reader can easily see the sincerity of the author throughout the book. I was a tutor when I first discovered the book at the library. I immediately knew it was something special. Not only does it teach kids but it teaches adults.