The Upside Down Girl
Will be published approx. on 18. June 2026
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-0-06-311983-3 (ISBN)
Description
From the acclaimed creator of Mary Wears What She Wants and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too) comes a silly and sly investigation of what happens when one girl dares to do her own thing.
Who is the Upside Down Girl?
How did she get up there?
Most importantly . . .
Why is she upside down?
This cheeky, charming tale about seeing things from a different perspective is perfect for readers who march to their own kazoo. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett!
Perfect for:
Classroom and at-home storytime
Building confidence and independent-thinking
Readers who like to laugh!
Conversations about mindfulness and slowing down
Who is the Upside Down Girl?
How did she get up there?
Most importantly . . .
Why is she upside down?
This cheeky, charming tale about seeing things from a different perspective is perfect for readers who march to their own kazoo. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett!
Perfect for:
Classroom and at-home storytime
Building confidence and independent-thinking
Readers who like to laugh!
Conversations about mindfulness and slowing down
Reviews / Votes
"Thought provoking and visually appealing-and just as enigmatic as the titular girl's smile." - Kirkus Reviews"A satisfying yarn that will no doubt invite discussion about defending one's convictions and possessing self-assurance in the face of criticism." - Booklist
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Preschool, Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 283 mm
Width: 84 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
422 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-06-311983-3 (9780063119833)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Keith Negley is the author and illustrator of A Lot Like Batman, The Boy and the Wild Blue Girl, Mary Wears What She Wants, My Dad Used to Be So Cool, and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too). He has received multiple medals from the Society of Illustrators as well as recognition from American Illustration. His artwork has been featured in many publications, and he is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and the New Yorker. Keith lives in Bellingham, Washington.
Keith Negley is the author and illustrator of A Lot Like Batman, The Boy and the Wild Blue Girl, Mary Wears What She Wants, My Dad Used to Be So Cool, and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too). He has received multiple medals from the Society of Illustrators as well as recognition from American Illustration. His artwork has been featured in many publications, and he is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and the New Yorker. Keith lives in Bellingham, Washington.
Keith Negley is the author and illustrator of A Lot Like Batman, The Boy and the Wild Blue Girl, Mary Wears What She Wants, My Dad Used to Be So Cool, and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too). He has received multiple medals from the Society of Illustrators as well as recognition from American Illustration. His artwork has been featured in many publications, and he is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and the New Yorker. Keith lives in Bellingham, Washington.