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~ Edward Hallowell (Author) "Hello, little girl, I'm a brain, And I'm stuck out here in the rain..." (more)
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Grade 1-3 - The message, that "no brain is the best,/ Each brain finds its own special way," is a worthy one, but the didactic text doesn't work and the plot strains belief. A little girl, out for a walk in the rain, meets a brain named Fred who is looking for his head, and asks him to make her smart. He tells her that "smart" is only a word that a brain named Complain came up with so "some brains can rule all the rest." Everyone, he insists, has a special talent that can be cultivated, and no one is better than anyone else. Having made his point, Fred then "dip[s] out of sight" into a head that just conveniently appears. The rhyming text doesn't always scan: "Fred then smiled up at me,/ And said, 'Thank you/ For bringing me home, Lucy.'" The illustrations, all large cartoon spreads, afford close-ups of the girl and Fred eye to eye, and when Complain is told "No brain is the best!/ You are just an old pest!" his inflamed face is depicted over a spread, pupils crossed in their yellow orbs, huge teeth flashing in a grimace. Shadow illustrations of a dog chasing or fighting with a cat appear throughout. A lengthy discussion guide is provided for parents and teachers, and the information about how to nurture the brain with activity, nutrition, and exercise is fine. However, most youngsters' brains will not be engaged for long with this tale. - Marianne Saccardi, Norwalk Community College, CT
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Lucy meets a brain that helps her realize that everyone is smart in different ways. Includes a discussion section for parents and teachers.
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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st edition (September 28, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060007311
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060007317
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 9.1 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #58,577 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Kids Loved It, October 6, 2004
By Melissa Orlov (Wayland, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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I know Ned Hallowell and like his work, but this review is actually from my kids - they loved it! The message is simple and right on - no one type of brain is superior - all are special and you just need to find out at what. Our family also had fun using the discussion guide at the back of the book and talking about what our own brains do best. This story is a gem!
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Smart We All Are, June 13, 2005
Written as a children's book, Dr. Hallowell's message is an important one for all ages. As Yoda would say, "Smart we all are, in our own way." The "plot" is weak. When would we ever see a "brain" walking in the rain looking for his head? My 5-year-old great niece will surely say, "That makes no sense." But, the message makes sense and the lesson is a powerful one: "No brain is the same, no brain is the best, / Each brain finds its own special way." Being smart cannot always be measured by a test, and we must play to find our brain's way. In too many homes, watching TV and videos consumes active play time. In our schools today, recess is being taken away to make more time for tutoring and testing. This story reminds parents and teachers about the importance of play as learning. Parents and educators need to hear Dr. Hallowell's message and make changes at home and in school that promote our kids' physical, mental, and intellectual development. The discussion guide at the end makes suggestions for doing so.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book!, December 29, 2004
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This is a wonderful book to help children understand that people's brains work differently. It may help them understand that being different isn't a bad thing.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Nice message, but is this what passes for a rhyming book these days?
One of my favorite childhood books was "A Child's Garden of Verses." I love poetry, even doggerel, that has great scan. Read more
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I got this book last week and my grandkids love it. It is beautifully illustrated and the message is very important. Read more
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I've bought a copy of this book for several children. Every time, the reaction has been the same. The child so loved the book that he/she wanted to take it to school for show and... Read more
Published on January 12, 2007 by Patsy Rae Dawson

5.0 out of 5 stars A Walk In The Rain With A Brain
This book was highly recommended to me by a Speech/Language Pathologist. As a Special Education Consultant, I plan to use this book as a resource, on loan to support staff and... Read more
Published on August 14, 2006 by Linda M.

5.0 out of 5 stars A favorite
We recieved this book as a gift a couple of years ago. My child (Katie)loved it and still selects it for story time. She enjoys the story and the graphics. Read more
Published on July 11, 2006 by Krista Gulliver

5.0 out of 5 stars great book about "smart"
As a Special Education teacher I enjoyed this book and how it explains the brain. I listened as Dr. Hallowell read this book to a group of children, what an awesome experience. Read more
Published on April 8, 2006 by neteacher

5.0 out of 5 stars Warm, sweet, helpful book
This is one of Dr. Hallowell's best books. It is great for kids and packs a powerful message. The illustrations are amazing.
Published on December 5, 2004 by Daniel G. Amen

5.0 out of 5 stars A Walk in the Rain with a Brain
This book is fantastically right that every brain/person is special, no brain is better than any other, and Smart is just a word made up by brains that wanted power. Read more
Published on September 30, 2004 by Pamela Westendorf

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