Ben Draws Trouble

By Matt Davies

A lost sketchbook reveals hidden talent and unexpected reactions.

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 283 ratings

32 pages· 265 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Ben's world revolves around drawing, capturing everything from bicycles to people. But when his secret sketchbook goes missing, his hidden talent is exposed. Who will find it, and what will they think? As Ben grapples with the fear of judgment, he must face the unexpected consequences of his art being unveiled. Will this revelation bring admiration or ridicule? Dive into Ben's journey of self-discovery and see how a simple loss can lead to profound change.

From the publisher

Ben loves to draw and does so in all of his classes, but his drawings of people are so good he is afraid to let his classmates see them, until the day he loses his notebook and his talent is revealed.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 265
Reading age: 4–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD710L

Themes & topics

Books about teachers Books about school Books about lost and found possessions Books about drawing

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.3

out of 7

5.5

“Ben Draws Trouble is a cute story about an artistic boy who loves to draw sketches of people he meets. Ben's sketches are pretty accurate, and it's pretty clear that means they aren't always flattering. The best part of this book is the surprise ending. Just when readers think Ben is in some serious trouble headed toward the principal's office, the story takes a fantastic detour and strolls right on past the trouble. The illustrations are extraordinary, which comes as little surprise when you consider they are the work of Matt Davies, Newsday’s Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist known for his political cartoons.”

Lemony Snickers

Trusted reviewer

5.5

“This book shows the best example of a teacher who sees potential in a student and encourages him in the right direction rather than immediately seeing a reason to punish him. I love the confidence it builds in the student and the fun story that gets us there.”

Mom of Boys

Trusted reviewer

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