Leon and Bob

by Simon James

Book Overview

"Simple, elemental, yet full of heart, the story, remarkably, captures a character who isn't there and makes readers see him just as Leon does." -- Booklist

Leon is new in town and doesn't know anyone. That's when he makes friends with Bob. No one else can see Bob, but Leon knows he's there. One day a boy exactly Leon's age moves in next door. Leon would like to meet him, as long as Bob comes along. But suddenly Bob is gone. How...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076368175X
• ISBN13: 9780763681753
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.9" x 11.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Terrific book

One of the best book for boys I have ever read with my son. My son is embarrassed that I cry every time I read it to him. Deals with loneliness, friendship and imagination. Beautifully done.

A lovely book about the need for imaginary friends.

Bob is Leon's special friend. They do everything together. When Leon reads letters that his military dad has written, Bob wants to hear them over and over. Bob does whatever Leon wants to do, because Bob is Leon's imaginary friend. Living in a world in which he must move frequently, miss an absent father, and a mother that is overextended, Leon takes control by creating his friend Bob. But real friendships are awaiting Leon. Will he leave Bob behind? Read this beautifully crafted children's book to find out.

Absolutely brilliant

One of the best childrens books I have ever read, and remembring the last sentence in the book still keeps me smiling. However the art work is NOT by the Simon James that wrote Ancient Rome and I can not believe a review could get two authors mixed up.