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How It Feels to Be a Boat Hardcover – Picture Book, July 4, 2017

by James Kwan (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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Sometimes being a boat is full of adventures and it's nothing but smooth sailing on the high seas, but sometimes arguing passengers can take you off course. When you run aground, will their teamwork give you the strength to make it through? Offbeat and imaginative, James Kwan gives us a glimpse of what it’s like to not only be a boat, but what it is to be human in both gentle and rough waters.
      Perfect for life’s transitions, this book tackles taking on change and indecision with grace, humor, and heart. It’s a reassuring reminder to stay the course through all kinds of stormy weather. Ahoy, ahoy!
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD590L
  6. Dimensions
    10 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  7. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  8. Publication date
    July 4, 2017
  9. ISBN-10
    0544715330
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0544715332
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?  "This poignant yet lighthearted affirmation asserts the uniqueness of each individual and reassures readers that while life is complex, sometimes messy, and even occasionally catastrophic, it is all part of the journey. While the topic may seem a bit mature or daunting for very young readers, the story has such quirky sparkle that even if readers don't quite get its meaning, they will be delighted with its sense of playfulness." —Kirkus, starred review "Visionary and unique, this is the sort of book one could never predict, but one whose resonance is impossible to deny." —Horn Book "A sophisticated allegory for the curveballs life lobs and the way we respond, it’s tailor-made for family conversations." —PW —

About the Author

James Kwan is an animator and illustrator based in Los Angeles, with a BFA from Pratt Institute. His stop motion film MOOON has played in festivals around the world and won awards. Visit him at http://www.james-kwan.com/.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Illustrated edition (July 4, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544715330
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544715332
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD590L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • L.K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book, will be buying more for gifts!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2019
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    Such a sweet book! Beautifully illustrated and great for little ones to be introduced to the concept of emotions.
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  • Marilyn Radiant
    5.0 out of 5 stars Magical book for younger kids
    Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2021
    There’s so much to look at and relate to: all these inner workings of a human being boat! Yes we are a boat of many beings! A conflict leads to a crash and inward to collaborating and healing . Wonderful book.
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  • Amy Shearer
    5.0 out of 5 stars An unusually clever delight!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2019
    This book is so sweet! I picked it up because the title was so strange—but it’s lovely! It’s weird and wonderful in the best ways; like a Wes Anderson film.
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  • G&H
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved his other book- Dear Yeti
    Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2017
    Oh! This book is incredible. From the illustrations of the tiny little elephants on the island to the heart-iceburg- I honestly didn't know that a children's book could illicit so many feelings, but James Kwan does it again. I loved his other book- Dear Yeti, and this one is just as amazing. You can tell there is a lot of time and energy that went into creating each of the characters and the story line. I would highly recommend this book to anyone- child or adult :) the story is so innovative! Can't wait to see what Kwan does next!
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  • John Rogers Clark IV
    2.0 out of 5 stars While the illustrations are well done, the story is ...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2018
    While the illustrations are well done, the story is too abstract for the age group and that would stop me from suggesting it as a library purchase.
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  • Aimee Winner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful. Just beautiful!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2017
    It all seems so silly, traveling around the seas with all those different types of folk in your belly. Until you really that it's you. Really you. "Remember, you are strong and piece by crooked piece you are made." Broken and beautiful. That's us.
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