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Tiny Cedric Kindle Edition

by Sally Lloyd-Jones (Author), Rowboat Watkins (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 42 ratings
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“The grouchiest character since the Grinch." —School Library Journal, starred review
 
A hilarious, heartwarming picture book from a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning illustrator about a tiny king who grows into a big-hearted monarch after he banishes almost his entire court from the palace.
 
Tiny Cedric, King ME the First does not like being small. AT ALL. So he decides to banish anyone taller than him from his palace. Which is everyone, basically. The only ones left are the babies. And now they’re in charge of the Royal Duties! 

How will Cedric cope—especially now that he must kiss boo-boos and read bedtime stories? Will he become a kinder, gentler, BIGGER king?

Filled with colorful illustrations and ensuing hi-jinks, this charming picture book is perfect for children of all ages AND sizes!
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    44 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Publisher
    Anne Schwartz Books
  6. Publication date
    February 8, 2022
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  11. ISBN-13
    978-1524770723
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From School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 1-There are many age groups who will adore this story, adults among them, but for typical first-grade absurdity, Tiny Cedric wins. This is the tale of a tiny, tiny king, who banishes anyone taller than he is from the palace, and that's everyone. Only babies are left behind, and, as Cedric quickly learns, babies are always the boss. He tries to have a meeting, "But the baby presiding over meetings fell asleep in her porridge. The Royal Librarian kept eating the books. The Royal Scribe only knew scribbling. The Royal Dresser just kept undressing herself. And the Royal Taster ate everything. It wasn't satisfactory." The deadpan narration will have children shrieking as Cedric, despite fun house mirrors that make him appear taller than he is, discovers that ruling isn't all it's cracked up to be. With so many details to pore over on hilarious spreads of royal havoc, readers may not immediately notice that the tiny king becomes servant to the babies, and copes by ordering parents back to the building. They arrive, but it's too late. The king has taken to cuddling, and is too busy tending children to notice that they grow up and tower over him. VERDICT This original story will have readers cackling through diaper wars, milk and cookies, and the reformation of the grouchiest character since the Grinch. An essential purchase.-Kimberly Olson Fakihα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Praise for TINY CEDRIC:

“...positively brim[s] with humor.” —The Wall Street Journal

★ "[A] message of self-love and human connection." —Publishers Weekly, starred review

★ "This original story will have readers cackling through diaper wars, milk and cookies, and the reformation of the grouchiest character since the Grinch." —School Library Journal, starred review

"The fairy tale is well constructed and smartly told, with hidden jokes and layers to appreciate.” —Booklist
 
"A valuable message about isolation and community, delightfully delivered.” —Kirkus Reviews
 
"The overall message of general fairness and mutual respect, delivered through humor and whimsy, remains timeless.” —The Horn Book

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08WCVCGXW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Anne Schwartz Books (February 8, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 8, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 25538 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Not enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 42 ratings

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Sally Lloyd-Jones

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Sally Lloyd-Jones is a New York Times bestselling, award-winning children’s book writer and frequent performer of her work. Her writing has been critically acclaimed by both The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Her books include: How to be a Baby, a New York Times Notable Book of the Year; Goldfish on Vacation, “brimming with gladness” according to The Wall Street Journal; Today Is for You; Tiny Cedric; Look! I Wrote A Book!; and the mega bestseller, The Jesus Storybook Bible, which has sold over 5 million copies. Sally was born and raised in Africa, schooled in England and at the Sorbonne in Paris, and now lives in New York City. She can be found on Instagram @sallylloydjones

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
42 global ratings
A Hilariously Fun Children’s Book
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A Hilariously Fun Children’s Book
Okay- this book is HILARIOUSLY entertaining! You will laugh so hard. My niece and nephew loved this, and so did me and my sister who read it to them. The illustrations and cover are inviting, and I 100% recommend this picture book to those with young kids, or who just want a laugh.Overall Rating:🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟/5 Stars
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Bevjar
5.0 out of 5 stars Read It Again!
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2023
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Bought this for my 5 yr old grandson at Christmas. He wanted read to him over and over and over. The life lesson is very subtle, but very important - life is better when in it's not all about you!
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Jane
5.0 out of 5 stars A Children's book for adults as well
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
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A well-written story about the way that selfishness can box us into a life that is empty and lonely. For Cedric, his own selfish decisions created a situation that brought him fulfillment and a changed heart. My grandchildren loved the story and the funky illustrations.
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The Brown Review
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming, funny, and beautiful!
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2022
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I am often hesitant to preorder books but am so glad I did. Sally Lloyd Jones does not disappoint. Tiny Cedric is engaging, beautiful, and thought provoking without being preachy
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Brittany Pomales
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2022
We really enjoyed this one. Well written with wonderful illustrations.
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LibraryMom
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a Fun Book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2022
Prepare for tons of giggles while reading this royally funny tale! While he may be short in stature, King Cedric has an enormous ego. He is so narcissistic he banishes anyone in his kingdom taller than himself. This leaves only the babies of the kingdom. In a colossally comical twist, King Cedric is forced to care for them resulting in the shrinking of his self-importance and the growing of his heart.

The hilarious illustrations add to the comedic off-beat tone of the story making this a fun read aloud that is sure to be a hit with a variety of ages.
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Tara
5.0 out of 5 stars A Hilariously Fun Children’s Book
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2022
Okay- this book is HILARIOUSLY entertaining! You will laugh so hard. My niece and nephew loved this, and so did me and my sister who read it to them. The illustrations and cover are inviting, and I 100% recommend this picture book to those with young kids, or who just want a laugh.

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🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟/5 Stars
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Tara
5.0 out of 5 stars A Hilariously Fun Children’s Book
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2022
Okay- this book is HILARIOUSLY entertaining! You will laugh so hard. My niece and nephew loved this, and so did me and my sister who read it to them. The illustrations and cover are inviting, and I 100% recommend this picture book to those with young kids, or who just want a laugh.

Overall Rating:

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟/5 Stars
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1.0 out of 5 stars Meh
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2023
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Started out cute, but ended poorly
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D. Andersen
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute Story!
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2022
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Love this sweet story, and the message is very nice. Illustrations are fun! Highly recommend!
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Jess
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, original, kids love it
Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2023
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Our 3.5 yr old boy adores this book. Although, he probably wouldn't have understood it as well if he were any younger, so probably 3-8 year olds would take most enjoyment out of it. As parents we found the book pretty funny and don't mind reading it again and again. The storyline is cute and not overcomplicated, it has some words that may be "new words" to younger kids (I personally like the opportunity to explain new words), and the illustrations fit the story perfectly. Great find!
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J.Boon
5.0 out of 5 stars Picture Book Perfection
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 27, 2022
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A heart-warming, funny fairytale that teaches how self-absorption can alienate people from the very things they need to help them grow...community.
Rowboat Watkins' unique and hilarious illustrations perfectly complement and add to Sally Lloyd-Jones' sparkling story about a tiny king who banishes everyone taller than him from his kingdom. All, that is, except the babies - and they're not up to the job of fulfilling palace duties. Whatever can Tiny Cedric, King ME the First, do?
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