The Unexpectedly Bad Hair of Barcelona Smith

by Keith Graves

Barcelona Smith has never been one to take risks. He keeps himself at a safe distance from life’s dangers—flowers and cuddly pets included. But one humid day—BOING!—his hair goes bonkers! Strands... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399242732
• ISBN13: 9780399242731
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Philomel Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.9" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 3 years and up
• Grade Range: Preschool and higher

Customer Reviews

Live a Little!

This is the story of Barcelona Smith, a boy with wild blue hair that has a very tame personality, never taking risks, exposing himself to germs, or having any fun! One humid day, his hair goes out of control, resulting in Barcelona Smith going out of control as well and doing all the fun and "risky" stuff he had never tried. The story itself, as well as the illustrations are witty and charming. I loved the description of activities Barcelona felt were too risky such as smelling roses, playing on playgrounds, or having a pet. Children will find this book really funny and will get a kick out of Barcelona's wacky hair.