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Leo the Late Bloomer Unknown Binding – March 1, 1994

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004QMND2K
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harpercollins Childrens Books (March 1, 1994)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.8 ounces

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BostonMama

I love Leo!

Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2004

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In a world in which every middle class parent worries if their child isn't top notch in everything, this book is a beautiful classic to remind us all to relax. I collect children's books, and my husband suggested this one, as he loved it as a child. When I got it, I loved it immediately. It assures children and parents that people progress at different levels, but everybody blooms. My husband was a very small child, shorter than everyone in his class, and this book brought him comfort and encouraged him in what he was good at. About 20 or 25 years later, he's a self-confident, very socially adept doctor! I remember struggling very much in kindergarten and first grade with everything from cutting to skipping to math to reading. Everything clicked for me around 2nd or 3rd grade, and school became a breeze after that. I became self-assured, and successful. I wish I'd had this book when I was struggling with those things... I might have been more confident from the start!

For the reviewer concerned that parents would delay help for their children, I doubt a kid's book would have that effect. Parents can tell when something is wrong, and one children's book is going to sway them from taking action!

Oh, and the big bonus... the illustrations are darling, and classic 1970's renderings. The words are absolutely heartwarming!

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Private

Should be required reading for all kindergarten classes

Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2019

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Great book for any kid. I got this book for my son because he's one of the youngest kids in his class and he's still having a bit of a hard time catching up with everybody else. This book helps give him the idea that you don't have to be like everyone else you will come into your own. That is exactly what every child needs to know that they are going to be okay my son was having a really hard time in school because he didn't understand why he wasn't getting certain things that the other kids were since we got this book we read it regularly and he knows like Leo the Tiger he's going to bloom he's going to become him he's going to be able to do all those things and his friends can do it's just going to take him a little bit more time and that's okay there's nothing wrong with taking your time. This should be like a required classroom reading that all teachers should have to read to kindergarteners. This way they understand they don't have to rush and there's nothing wrong with taking your time if you don't get it you keep trying that's all not everybody does everything at the same time. The most inspiring part is the end and my son loves it cuz he can read that line to me without any problems or hesitation or help

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Fizzy

A sweet book, a wonderful reminder

Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2018

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I used this with my second grade class to help them to understand that we don't all learn at the same pace. In these days of total classroom inclusion, it is very important for young students to learn to accept all styles of learners, and to know that what may come easily to them may not to others. I revisit this book when it seems the class may be forgetting the important lesson of kindness it teaches, and I remind them of Leo when they tell another child "This is easy!" when the other is struggling. It would also be a great book for parents of special needs children to remind them that they will indeed, bloom.

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Great story with a positive message!

Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2021

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This is a book that all children will enjoy. I used to read it to elementary school students in my library. It is a fun story that also helps children to understand that not everyone “blooms” at the same time and every one blooms in their own way. This message, while meant for all children, is especially helpful for children who have delayed development for any reason. Highly recommended!

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Lee Jay

Beautifully written book

Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2022

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Almost made me cry & offers hope.

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019

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I bought this book for my daughter as they have a first grade project about it and we have to read it in summer. I can say that the content is really good as it is about a tiger who is late in his development comparing to other animals. Some modern children`s books has no much sense for me. I`m happy with this one and recommend it for reading for any child and actually it was first published in 1971.

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Emily W.

Adorable.

Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021

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I have a thus-far nonverbal 3-year old, and this book just makes me want to cry with how sweet it is! I love reading it to her and reminding her that some of us are just late bloomers. Highly recommend.

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Janet

Still my favorite children’s book after 30+ years

Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2019

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I got this book 30+ years ago in kindergarten, signed by the illustrator, and have always loved the message it gave. We all grow and mature at different times in our lives. I read this to my older daughter who was just like Leo, she did things in her own time. She has also found a love for this book like me. My daughter picked this book out as a favorite to help start our new nephew’s library. I can’t say enough good things about this book.

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Marilyn R Wilson

A fav book!

Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2023

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When my kids were growing up, this was a fav book of ours. Now that I am a grannie I had to have it in my library for when the grandkids come to visit. Love the message.

Kavish sharma

Waste of Money

Reviewed in India on January 8, 2021

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What a disappointment this book is. Rs.400 for a 32 page book with one sentence on each page. Might be suitable for 3-4 year olds. Product categorisation of 4-8 years is clearly misleading.

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丁寧な対応でした。

Reviewed in Japan on March 16, 2023

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到着までに時間がかかってしまう事を、mailで何度も伝えてくれました。無事に手元に届きました。ありがとうございました。

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Dr Ruth

I love Leo

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2010

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"Leo the Late Bloomer" was a book both my children read and enjoyed when they were little. My son had difficulty processing visual-spatial information and was clumsy - lots of spills and a few quite nasty accidental injuries. I am pleased to report that he survived childhood, self esteem intact, has an interesting job he loves and is good at and has even achieved obtaining his driving licence at the age of 40.

So when my friend Sarah asked me to recommend a book for her son, now aged four, who seems dyspraxic (very clumsy) and is beginning to realise he is different, I had no hesitation in recommending Leo. I was surprised that I remembered that befuddled lion from all from all those years ago when he brought us delight. But Leo is truly unforgettable so he sprang instantly to mind.

I bought "Leo the Late Bloomer" as a surprise gift for Sarah and have heard that he is a big hit with a wee boy from a new generation of readers.

I highly recommend Leo for all children and especially those with a mild developmental delay. My favourite line, addressed to Leo's anxiously hovering parents is "A watched bloomer never blooms." And in his own good time Leo does in fact bloom. Just like my lovely son.

Silvana

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Reviewed in Canada on September 13, 2020

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This is a great book to read to young children who are just learning to read. It gives counrage and hope.

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