Leo: A Ghost Story
Written by Mac Barnett
Illustrations by Christian Robinson
52 pages – ages 5+
Published by Chronicle Books on August 25, 2015
Theme/Topic- Friendships / Imaginary Friends
Genre- Fiction
Synopsis- Leo is a ghost. He’s lived by himself for many years. Not many people can see him. One day, a family moves into the house, and when Leo greets them with tea, they freak out. Leo, feeling unwanted, leaves the house. After wandering the city streets for a bit, Leo meets Jane, a young girl. Jane can see him. They have a lot of fun together. When a robber tries to ruin their fun, Leo learns that being a ghost can be a very good thing.
Why I liked this book- This is a fun book to read. I like how it ends in a unique, marvelous way (read the book to find out!). The book itself is a sweet book about friendship. Mr. Barnett is a great author, and Mr. Robinson is a great illustrator, so it’s no wonder they make an amazing team! The simple illustrations go really well with the story line, as if you see the book from a child’s view. I think all younger kids looking for a good read will enjoy this story!
I give this book five out of five bookworms!
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Categories: Age 1-5, Age 6-9, Perfect Picture Book Friday
I hope Leo barked at the robber. That’ll teach him….
Love and licks,
Cupcake
Um… Yes. Even though he’s a human ghost, he barked. Yup.
😉
5 books looks great! Where are the bookworms? I’ve never seen them. Anyway, good review. Glad you could see Leo. 🙂
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Let’s hear it for ghosts… Of the internet, and beyond! 😉
I would love to have a ghost greet me with some tea. This book is on my list. Wonderful review, Erik!
Thank you Ms. Newman! It’s an awesome picture book! 🙂
This sounds like a very cute story. Saw it reviewed somewhere else. Am going to have to check it out.
At Kid Lit Reviews (how could you forget?!) 🙁 But Erik always does a great job. 🙂
I didn’t forget. I was being general. Was focusing on your review.
Meant to say “focusing on his excellent review.” 🙂
It’s a great story. You would like it. 🙂
Looks adorable!
Was hoping for a pic of you in a bow tie!
Ursula Bear donned a bow tie for this one. Love this sweet story. 🙂
A wonderful ghost story for the little ones. Not too scary!
I can’t wait to read this one! We’ve already got it on order for the school library. And Christian Robinson is one of my favorite illustrators. Bonus!
This sounds awesome! I love the cover and can’t wait to read it. Great review, Erik! 🙂
Oo, oo a new Mac Burnett book. Awesome!
It’s a great one! And Christian Robinson is the illustrator (the guy who did Josephine, about Josephine Baker)! 🙂
I’ve been wanting to read this since I first heard about it. Glad to hear how much you enjoyed it.
It’s a great book! You would love it! 😀