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I have read a picture book that I think can be read at any age, This book is an inspiration, This book captured the concepts of bullying and accepting others in a unique way, I would definitely recommend this to teachers as a way to discuss topics such as racism and acceptance in the classroom, In addition, the unusual artwork and poetic storytelling really solidify the books important message, I read this book to a group of children for an African American Readin for at local elementary school, They all seemed to enjoy it, We had a discussion on differences and how people are often critical of our differences, It is our differences that make us unique, I was very impressed with the kids comments and their interest in the subject matter, Award winning author, Myers, has written a beautiful story to encourage children to "Let your spirit soar, " It's a powerful story about being different, accepting others, and feeling free to be who you are, Ikarus Jackson has " strong, proud wings wherever he went, " The whole school,"whispered about his wings and his hair and his shoes, Like they whisper about how quiet I am, " One girl tells Jackson that his wings are beautiful and stands up for him, That is enough to send Jackson flying high!

This book combines simple text with complex collage illustrations that would appeal to children of all ages.
Artfully stylized, the book takes place in an urban setting with colorful multicultural representations of silhouette figures, The artwork is as intriguing as the story! I really enjoyed this book about Ikarus Jackson, the new boy with wings, Ikarus' difference is misunderstood and unappreciated by his new classmates and teachers except by one young girl who often gets bullied herself, The illustrations are paper cutouts with many different textures and patterns that both abstracts and personalizes the characters, Im so grateful that I noticed this book featured on a shelf in my school library, How could I have missed this book, published in! Its about being oneself, the feeling lonely because of bullying, the celebration of looking at someone deemed “different” and seeing her or him through new eyes, and finally the bystander becomes an ally.
A boy with wings is ridiculed, Even the teacher complains that his wings made it hard for students to see the blackboard, The storyteller says: “They whispered about his wings/and his hair and shoes, Like they whisper about how quiet I am, ” Earlier: “I dont think hes strange, ” and Finally, “Stop. ” I cried. “Leave him alone. ” And they did. The illustrations are gorgeous “otherworldly” cutout collages on paint, You will love this book! Also look carefully at the cover, wonderful to examine, Yet another example of GREAT construction paper illustrations, This is a beautiful story about Ikarus Jackson, a boy who know how to fly, He is encouraged to be different and let his own unique spirit go, Students can feel with this book, This can help students feel more comfortable about writing about personal and meaningful things, Bullying is a serious issue, yes, but I'm getting a little tired of reading about it, The story here is fine, though, about learning to appreciate yourself and others for their own unique gifts, That being said, the wings are silly, And the illustrations are visually unappealing, Yuck. Ikarus Jackson is a boywith wings, Ostracized for being different by his teachers and peers, he is also lonely, . . until one brave child dares to recognize the beauty in his ability to fly, giving him the confidence he needs to embrace who he is,

A surreal, moving story with a great message, This is a beautiful story, both in narrative and in illustration,   Ikarus is a social outcast due to his wings, though he tries his best to make friends,   But it isn't until one of Ikarus' classmates truly sees him that they both come to understand each other,   Myers crafts a truly nuanced story and retelling which subtly offers commentary on race in the United States,   His collages are incredible, and every aspect of this book is absolutely amazing,   I'd definitely recommend this to anybody who loves children's literature,

crosslisted sitelinkhere! Very similar to "Bad Case of Stripes" showing kids it's okay to be unique or different, . . and, a nice substory of friendship, I really enjoyed this book for it's universal message of taking pride in your uniqueness/differences, Although the art/illustrations contains African American influence the book is for everyone to enjoy and should not be limited to only African American studies! I think this book would make a great read aloud in the classroom for almost any age group.
It could be followed by a discussion and real life connections, A masterpiece! Are you brave enough to be your true self Ikarus Jackson is, but it isn't always easy, The people in his neigborhood point at his wings, The kids at school laugh, The teachers call him a distraction, One girl identifies with Ikarus, but she is too shy to speak up for herself, let alone

for him, Maybe I should have said something to those mean kids, she thinks, when their taunts send him drifting into the sky, Inspired by Ikarus's own courage, she sets out in search of him and so begins her own journey of self discovery leaving both of them transformed, "I wanted to create a book that tells kids never to abandon the things that make them different, to be proud of what makes them unique, Every child has his own beauty, her own talents, Ikarus Jackson can fly through the air I want kids to find their own set of wings and soar with him, " Christopher Myers GREAT READ! What a wonderful way to show the effects of bullying and stopping it! Charlotte Zolotow Award
ALA Notable Book
Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book
Booklist Editor's Choice

Author of Black Cat, this uniquely illustrated book has a wonderful author's message.
This book would make a nice read aloud at the beginning of the year as we build community, I loved the illustrations in this book, Myers is a unique author
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