This little creature has big courage, something to which small humans can relate.'-The Horn Book 'September/October 2019' Cummins's relaxed-line, mixed-media illustrations bring the family's cozy world to life, and the occasional use of a larger, bolder font emphasizes the heroics needed for Truman's journey. 'At the heart of this story, paralleling a child's own first journey into the unknown that is school, is the affectionate relationship between Sarah and Truman.and there's much humor and drama in Truman's exertions. 'An enchanting tale of bravery, heroism and undying devotion.Cummins's delectable art captures the warm, witty heart of the story.'-The New York Times Book Review 'August 18, 2019' Never underestimate the feats an animal will brave in order to be reunited with their loved ones.'-Kirkus Reviews - starred review 'April 2019'

* 'The ending.is just right.Peaceful and pensive like Truman himself, this book charms there's just something uplifting and wonderful about the whole package. VERDICT A heartwarming tale of devotion that will be enjoyed by children and their adults.'-School Library Journal - starred review 'July 2019' * 'Charming and humorous illustrations.Tiny Truman is endearing and his adoration, concern, and determination are reflected on his little face.

She boards the bus! Truman waits for her to return.Īnd when he can wait no longer, he knows what he must do. He never worries about the world below.until one day, when Sarah straps on a big backpack and does something Truman has never seen before.

Truman the tortoise lives with his Sarah, high above the taxis and the trash trucks and the number eleven bus, which travels south. About the Book He may be slow but Truman the turtle is determined to find his girl Sarah, who has boarded a city bus on her way to preschool.īook Synopsis An NPR Favorite Book of 2019Ī New York Times Best Children' s book of 2019Ī Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2019Ī School Library Journal Best Picture Book of 2019 'An enchanting tale of bravery, heroism, and undying devotion.' - The New York Times Book Review After his best friend Sarah leaves for her first day of school, a tortoise named Truman goes on an adventure across the living room and learns to be brave in this thoughtful and heartwarming twist on a first experience story.

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