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Table of Contents
About The Book
When Russell gets a part in the school play, he lights up like a shining star—and he can’t wait to tell his big, boisterous Native family the exciting news. But catching their attention when they all get together feels impossible; no matter where they go, they seem to be too noisy, too many, and just too much!
Russell decides to keep his big debut to himself and fly solo for once…but being alone may not be the answer. After all, there’s no such thing as too much love, and when he needs them most, his great big family knows how to be just enough.
About The Illustrator
Bridget George (Nimkiinagwaagankwe) is an Anishinaabe illustrator from Kettle and Stony Point First Nation. She was born and raised on the shores of Lake Huron—the traditional territory of her people. She currently makes her home with her son Noah and husband David in London, Ontario. Bridget’s author-illustrator debut It’s a Mitig! garnered the prestigious Periodical Marketers of Canada’s Indigenous Literature Award. She has also illustrated Autumn Peltier, Water Warrior by Carole Lindstrom and Too Much by Laurel Goodluck.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (January 23, 2024)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781665911269
- Grades: P - 3
- Ages: 4 - 8
- Fountas & Pinnell™ L These books have been officially leveled by using the F&P Text Level Gradient™ Leveling System
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Raves and Reviews
"An important showcase for a contemporary Native American protagonist struggling to be seen and heard by his large family."
– School Library Journal, 11/1/23
"The cultural significance of large family structures in Native communities is on loving display in this picture book. A tender, slightly chaotic tribute to extended Native families."
– Kirkus Reviews, 12/1/23
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- Book Cover Image (jpg): Too Much Hardcover 9781665911269
- Author Photo (jpg): Laurel Goodluck Photograph by Forrest Goodluck(0.1 MB)
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