Lazlo speaks English with an accent. He's new to school, and no one wants to get to know him. As the other students tease and reject him, Lazlo struggles to adjust to second grade in a new country. Loneliness is his only friend until Ellie McSnelly decides to reaches out to the brand new kid. Katie Couric's simple friendship narrative poignantly captures the difficulties English language learners (ELLs) face in the public school system. The lively illustrations by Marjorie Priceman vivdly portray elementary school life. This book is a wonderful spring board for lessons on friendship, school routines, and the value of ethnic diversity.
- Age Range: 3 to 8 Reading Level from Lexile: AD570L
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