The Invisible Boy

By Trudy Ludwig, Patrice Barton (Illustrator)

A boy struggles to be noticed by his classmates and teacher until a new student befriends him.

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 7,707 ratings

32 pages· 746 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Brian feels invisible at school, unnoticed by classmates and left out of games. Everything changes when Justin, a new student, arrives. Brian's welcoming gesture sparks a friendship, and together they tackle a class project. As Brian steps out of the shadows, he discovers his own ability to shine. This heartwarming tale explores how small acts of kindness can transform lives, offering hope and inclusion to quieter children. Will Brian's newfound confidence help him find his place among his peers? Discover the power of friendship and the impact of kindness in this touching story.

From the publisher

A simple act of kindness can transform an invisible boy into a friend…

Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody ever seems to notice him or think to include him in their group, game, or birthday party . . . until, that is, a new kid comes to class.

When Justin, the new boy, arrives, Brian is the first to make him feel welcome. And when Brian and Justin team up to work on a class project together, Brian finds a way to shine.

From esteemed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton, this gentle story shows how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. Any parent, teacher, or counselor looking for material that sensitively addresses the needs of quieter children will find The Invisible Boy a valuable and important resource.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 746
Reading age: 6–9
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD680L

Themes & topics

Books about bullying Books about making friends Books about kindness Books about being nice Books about starting school

What readers & critics say

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5.3

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5.5

“The book is gorgeously and emotionally illustrated, letting the colors speak to the emotions of Brian —the invisible boy— in this story. A powerful reminder that bullying takes many forms and that one person and one act of kindness can truly make a difference, even if they're the only one.”

Marmee

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5.0

“The Invisible Boy is a great tool for talking about how when the reader feels as Brian feels, they are practicing empathy, and how empathy can lead us to be the one to show kindness to others.”

B is for Bookworm

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