Weslandia
Wesley's distinctive tastes make him an outcast at school and in his neighborhood. Even his parents are worried about his distaste for pizza and football. After studying ancient civilizations in school, Wesley gets a brilliant idea: he'll create his own civilization and live off the land in his own backyard. Throughout the summer his civilization, called Weslandia, thrives: he grows his own food, makes his own clothes, builds a house, and even invents his own sport. Before long, all the other neighborhood kids want to join him. This original story, effectively illustrated in a realistic style, is the ultimate child's fantasy: to live independently, to make your own rules, to be wildly successful, and to win the respect and admiration of those who had made fun of you. ©1999 Cooperative Children's Book Center
Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 6-9
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Format:
Picture book
Subjects:
Bullying and Teasing
Imagination/Imaginary Play
Publisher:
Candlewick
Publish Year: 1999
Pages: 32
ISBN: 0763600067
CCBC Location: Picture Book, Hawkes