Meet this pint-sized unicorn in this funny, modern fairy tale about perception and self-confidence from a Caldecott-Honor winning creator.
Once upon a time, in a land where horses were mythical beasts, there lived a unicorn—a Teeny-Weeny Unicorn. He lived with his family in a palace—one that was extra-large for him, full of extra-large rugs and extra-large food. And when his brother and sister played chess, they used him in place of a pawn.
When it’s just too much to take, Teeny-Weeny Unicorn runs away—and has a chance encounter with a salty gnome. It's then that he suddenly starts to wonder... IS he teeny weeny? Or is he just the right size?
Every kid will relate to Teeny-Weeny Unicorn, as he figures out how to live in a world not made for his stature. With wit and charm, as well as delightful illustrations, Shawn Harris creates a modern classic made for sharing—be it at bedtime or on a story time rug.
★ "At last! A unicorn book as charming as the species it highlights." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "A delightful, buoying romp." —Booklist, starred review
"Sly wit, distinctive characterizations, and a free hand with fairy tale elements fuel this unbridled exploration of relative influence and size." —Publishers Weekly
"The playful, dry tone and folkloric lesson could lend well to a felt-board performance." —The Bulletin
"This original take on unicorn life and troubles encourages a wry grin on every page." —The Horn Book
"Classic themes and challenges are captured in fresh, new ways to keep young readers entertained and engaged....Harris offers a very sweet reminder that all is well, just as it is." —School Library Journal
Meet this pint-sized unicorn in this funny, modern fairy tale about perception and self-confidence from a Caldecott-Honor winning creator.
Once upon a time, in a land where horses were mythical beasts, there lived a unicorn—a Teeny-Weeny Unicorn. He lived with his family in a palace—one that was extra-large for him, full of extra-large rugs and extra-large food. And when his brother and sister played chess, they used him in place of a pawn.
When it’s just too much to take, Teeny-Weeny Unicorn runs away—and has a chance encounter with a salty gnome. It's then that he suddenly starts to wonder... IS he teeny weeny? Or is he just the right size?
Every kid will relate to Teeny-Weeny Unicorn, as he figures out how to live in a world not made for his stature. With wit and charm, as well as delightful illustrations, Shawn Harris creates a modern classic made for sharing—be it at bedtime or on a story time rug.
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★ "At last! A unicorn book as charming as the species it highlights." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "A delightful, buoying romp." —Booklist, starred review
"Sly wit, distinctive characterizations, and a free hand with fairy tale elements fuel this unbridled exploration of relative influence and size." —Publishers Weekly
"The playful, dry tone and folkloric lesson could lend well to a felt-board performance." —The Bulletin
"This original take on unicorn life and troubles encourages a wry grin on every page." —The Horn Book
"Classic themes and challenges are captured in fresh, new ways to keep young readers entertained and engaged....Harris offers a very sweet reminder that all is well, just as it is." —School Library Journal
