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Almost Hardcover – May 12, 2009

by Richard Torrey (Author, Illustrator)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 45 ratings
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Meet Jack.

He's almost six years old. And that's almost grown up.

After all, he can almost ride a big bike just like his older brother. And he almost never gets scared.

This spunky little almost-six-year-old is ready to take on the world.

Well, almost.

Richard Torrey's sweetly funny tale is sure to resonate with any child who just can't wait to be big.

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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    8.9 x 0.45 x 11.22 inches
  6. Publisher
    Balzer + Bray
  7. Publication date
    May 12, 2009
  8. ISBN-10
    0061561665
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0061561665
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Young kids dream of being as powerful as their older siblings, and at “almost six,” Jack is almost there––except almost means he still messes up quite a bit. He almost rides his big brother’s bicycle, but he ends up crashing into the garbage can, much to his brother’s fury. When Jack almost makes his own breakfast, a gallon of milk spills everywhere, and smoke from the burned toast fills the kitchen. He tries to build a robot, but somehow the remote does not work. Each lively double-page scenario, in pencil lines and bright watercolors, shows a child’s universal dreams, as well as the warm particulars of one kid’s failure, which culminate when Jack almost hits the winning home run, but ducks to avoid the ball at the critical moment. He almost never cries, but when he feels sad, Mom’s warm hug is reassuring. Preschoolers, especially younger siblings, will recognize Jack’s longing for power. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Hazel Rochman

About the Author

Richard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including Almost, Why?, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Balzer + Bray (May 12, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0061561665
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0061561665
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.9 x 0.45 x 11.22 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 45 ratings

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Richard Torrey

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ABOUT RICHARD

Richard Torrey was born in Los Angeles, CA. where he began doodling as soon as he could hold a crayon.

In third grade, Richard showed a picture of a horse he had drawn to the legendary comic strip creator, Charles Schulz.

Schulz drew Snoopy on the back of the picture, inspiring Richard to follow a similar career path.

After graduating from Allegheny College with a BA in Psychology, Torrey created the first of two successful syndicated comic strips; Hartland (King Features), followed with the sports strip, PETE and CLETE (Creators Syndicate), both of which appeared in hundreds of newspapers around the world.

Since then, Richard has been an author, illustrator, and editorial cartoonist, as well as

the creator of a top-selling line of greeting cards for Recycled Paper Greetings Inc.

He has written and illustrated 15 books, including award winners: ALLY-SAURUS AND THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (Sterling), and MY DOG, BOB (Holiday House), as well as the popular three book series: ALMOST, WHY?, and BECAUSE (HarperCollins Publishers). He has also illustrated dozens of books for Simon & Schuster, Golden Books, McGraw-Hill, and Scholastic.

For nearly three decades, Richard has been on the faculty and taught classes at the Art League of Long Island.

The son of Hockey Hall-of-Famer, Bill Torrey, Richard lives in Long Island, New York, with his wife and two children.

Learn more about Richard at richardtorrey.com

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Rhonda Garcia
5.0 out of 5 stars This was a sweet book about a boy who couldn't reach his goal ...
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This was a sweet book about a boy who couldn't reach his goal (an apple). He had a good attitude and accepted the 'I almost have it" instead of "I can't." He looks at life from the positive side. We use this book as a part of our Growth Mindset work with children at our school. Great little book. Uplifting!
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Sharon Baugh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on the power of yet.
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Very sweet book. Good story line and works well with SEL curricualum.
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5.0 out of 5 stars What an adorable story!!!
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This is a really cute and lovable book which portrays the true feelings of a kid and displays it in an adorable fashion! Definitely recommend!!!!
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Davesobz
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic beginner's book
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2009
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This is a great book for early readers. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is uplifting. I've bought multiple copies for my younger nieces and nephews and for my friends' kids. The author has other books out there that are also fun reading including the Beans Baker series. All good stuff!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for teaching Growth Mindset
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2017
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Such a great book to teach students about their mindset!
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Fast and as described! Thanks!
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Sallie R. Tafel
5.0 out of 5 stars Almost
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2009
"Almost" is a perfect book describing what a child feels when he wants to do bigger things and cannot, but realizing that the end is in sight, fights on to try. The illustrations are wonderful, perfect for the child and adult mind, (as I understand being an adult who will never really grow up) and such a warm family feeling about the book with mother and siblings involved. IT says it all. We have all been "Almost" the next age as a child and can identify with the simplicity and depth of this wondeful book.
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M. Cooke
5.0 out of 5 stars Almost
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2009
This is the cutest book ever! My kids just love it. The illustrations are amazing. Buy this book, you won't regret it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in Canada on October 29, 2018
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This book is wonderful. It came in perfect condition. It is a good way to talk with children about what they are “almost” able to do in a way that they can understand. They enjoyed it and I am looking forward to reading it again.
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Amanda Tozer
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cute story
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