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A joyful, brightly colored rebellion against the mundane that proves how contagious true self-expression can be. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with The big orange splot.
- cheerful
- liberating
- warm
- colorful
- 01
Looking for Bobowicz
Daniel Manus Pinkwater · 2006
A delightfully absurd, deadpan romp through a quirky city where giant poultry and pirate radio stations are just part of the neighborhood charm.
- 02
Don't float in blue jam
Dan Feury
A gentle, encouraging exploration of sibling guidance and the quiet courage it takes to be honest about who you are.
- 03
Borgel
Daniel Manus Pinkwater
A witty, freewheeling romp through space and time with a highly eccentric relative.
- 04
Splat!
Jane O'Connor
A funny, high-energy romp about the universal childhood desire to finally be the biggest, baddest kid on the block.
- 05
Seedfolks
Paul Fleischman · 1999
A mosaic of distinct voices coming together to grow something beautiful out of forgotten ground.
- 07
A splendid friend, indeed
Bloom, Suzanne
A playful, touching celebration of how persistent warmth and vivacious energy can win over the most solitary of souls.
- 08
He came with the couch
David Slonim
A delightfully absurd and deadpan exploration of what happens when you embrace life's weirdest surprises.
- 09
Mr. Putter & Tabby paint the porch
Cynthia Rylant
A cozy, gently humorous celebration of the mild chaos that comes with loving a pet.
- 10
Splat and the cool school trip
Rob Scotton
A joyful, energetic romp capturing the pure, unadulterated thrill of a childhood field trip.
- 11
A bad case of stripes
David Shannon
A surreal, vibrant fable about the bizarre and escalating consequences of hiding who you truly are.
- 12
Flat Stanley goes camping
Jeff Brown
A cheerful, outdoorsy adventure that turns a boy's insecurities about being different into a celebration of his unique abilities.
