Henri and the Magnificent Snort / Henri y el magnífico ronquidito is for anyone who needs reminding of their own magnificence!
This is the story of a little French bulldog named Henri, who is bullied because he snorts. Henri is launched on a journey to learn how lovable he truly is, SNORTS and all.
Funded by the Dr. Seuss Foundation, this two-part, bilingual (English and Spanish) children's picture book teaches celebrating differences, recognizing that we all belong, and the importance of treating everyone (ourselves included) with love and kindness.
Based on the true story of a famous Frenchie as well as the author's childhood experiences with being bullied, the book is filled with beautiful hand painted illustrations and will enchant readers of all ages. It will leave your heart imprinted with the knowing that - just like Henri - you are loved and magnificent, just as you are.
Praise for
Henri and the Magnificent Snort
Winner of 12 book awards, including the Christopher Award
Chosen by PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center as an Elementary Book Club Book.
Inspired the funding by the Dr. Seuss Foundation to create the two-part, bilingual (English and Spanish) book to be used in elementary school classrooms and at home to teach bullying prevention
"I cried at the ending of this wonderful book! Being a grade schoolteacher since 1978, I have not read a more on target and moving story for children that also speaks to adults. A lot of us have been bullied or know someone who has been bullied, and the resolution in the story for Henri to overcome his shame and then help others was perfect writing... Anyone who has ever had low esteem or ever bullied needs this book to remind them just how beautiful they are; a wonderful lesson taught by a simple story. Bravo! Samantha Childs you are a jewel: keep on writing." - LitPick Book Review
"Childs's book is simply a stunning work of children's literature. I cannot say enough about the impact this book will have on young readers. The use of dogs, rhyming text, and an absolutely beautiful collection of touching illustrations make Childs and Farr's book a future classic. Henri and the Magnificent Snort, written by Samantha Childs and illustrated by Hannah Farr, is an invaluable book in bullying education. The lessons about self-confidence, self-worth, and acceptance combine to create a must-have story for elementary classrooms, homeschool programs, and school guidance counselors. I highly recommend Childs and Farr's book to anyone looking for an easy-to-understand, rhyming storyline to help teach young readers how to value themselves and others." - Literary Titan
"Expressed poignantly through simple, rhyming verse, the narrative beautifully conveys the reassuring message that we are all lovable despite our differences... A stunner." - Prairies Book Review
To learn more about the book (and to see adorable dog photos) visit the book's website at www.HenriandtheMagnificentSnort.com