| Marty Contributor(s): Noble, Rachel (Author), Abbott, Zoey (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 082344662X ISBN-13: 9780823446629 Publisher: Holiday House OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2021 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Science Fiction - Alien Contact - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Friendship - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Prejudice & Racism |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2020035156 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.8" W x 11.1" (0.95 lbs) 32 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An alien makes an unexpected friend in this irresistible picture book about finding your place in the universe. Marty is a tiny green Martian who lives here on Earth. You've never noticed him before, because he is undercover . . . Marty wears disguises and studies human behavior in order to fit in. He is always watching, learning, and laughing. And then one day, after much preparation, Marty gets a job He loves to watch his customers, and he even makes some friends. But Marty knows he can never reveal his secret. Humans are terrified of Martians. When his cover gets blown, Marty needs somewhere safe to go. Who will see beyond his strange, green looks to show him kindness? This adorable story of an outsider with a good heart reminds readers that everyone needs a place to call home--and a friend for company. Zoey Abbott's colorful art, full of elaborate costumes and whimsical details, pops against Rachel Nobel's spare, sweet text. With its charming way of promoting inclusivity, the book makes for a perfect companion to All Are Welcome. |