I'm as Quick as a Cricket

Written and illustrated by Don Wood

A boy embraces his many sides, from bold to gentle.

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,784 ratings

24 pages· ~190L

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy explores his identity, discovering he's as loud as a lion and as quiet as a clam. Through this journey, he learns to celebrate his diverse traits, from bravery to gentleness. Can he find harmony in his contradictions?

From the publisher

A young boy describes himself as “loud as a lion,” “quiet as a clam,” “tough as a rhino,” and “gentle as a lamb.”

At a glance

Format
Pages: 24
Reading age: 2–6
Audience: Board
Lexile: ~190L

Themes & topics

Books about nature Books about animals Books about self-esteem Books about self-esteem and self-reliance Books about social themes

What readers & critics say

Reviews

4.8

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4.5

“This book is perfect for preschoolers and toddlers! My 3-year-old and 18-month-old love following along with the actions. It's a great way to practice, think of, and talk about all the different things we can do with our bodies and the ways we can act and play.”

Lauren Hancock

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