Giant Tess
Giant Tess by Dan Yaccarino is an illustrated picture book published by HarperCollins on April 2, 2019. This 40-page book presents a whimsical story centered around Tess, a giant girl with a heart as big as her stature, who grapples with her desire to fit in with the other residents of Myth-hattan. As she navigates her challenges, Tess discovers the importance of friendship and self-acceptance.
In this engaging narrative, readers will follow Tess as she faces her struggles and ultimately finds companionship with another misfit. Together, they embark on a daring adventure that culminates in a city parade, showcasing themes of empowerment and self-esteem. This book addresses social themes relevant to young readers, encouraging them to embrace their uniqueness and recognize their inner strength.
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“[Tess’s] self-confidence grows to match her giant heart. A fanciful story of empowerment.” —Kirkus
Internationally acclaimed and bestselling author-illustrator Dan Yaccarino presents a larger than life picture book about a girl with a heart as giant as she is.
Tess has a BIG problem.
She’s a giant with an enormous wish to be like everyone else in the city of Myth-hattan. When she gives up on ever fitting in, she meets a friend just her size, and the two team up for a daring rescue. Can these misfits save the day—and the big city parade?
This reassuring and heartwarming tale will empower young readers struggling to find acceptance, and it reminds us that there’s a hero within every one of us.
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