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    All the Small Wonderful Things | Awareness Tour

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze4 Mins Read Ages 4-8 Ages 9-12 Animal Books Best Kids Stories Books with Boy Characters Giveaways Novels for Kids and Teens
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    All the Small Wonderful Things Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Kate Foster and The Children’s Book Review.

    Join us for the virtual book tour of Kate Foster’s heart-warming novel All the Small Wonderful Things (a Junior Library Guild Selection 2023)!

    Follow the delightful journey of an autistic boy and his loyal furry companion as they strive to win the ultimate prize at a dog show. Alex will light up your soul through his insightful voice and show you the power of perseverance and kindness. So, get ready to embark on a journey of hope and inspiration with All the Small Wonderful Things!

    All the Small WOnderful Things: Book Cover

    “This charming, empathetic story centers the engaging voice of a boy who has a strong set of strategies for doing his best.”

    —Kirkus Reviews

    To learn more, follow along on the virtual book tour. Be sure to enter the giveaway below for the chance to win an autographed hardcover copy of All the Small Wonderful Things—a $100 donation will be made to a rescue dog charity of the winner’s choice!

    All the Small Wonderful Things
    Virtual Book Tour Dates

    Tuesday, October 24, 2023
    The Children’s Book Review
    Book Tour Kick-Off
    Wednesday, October 25, 2023
    The Fairview Review
    Book Review of All the Small Wonderful Things
    Thursday, October 26, 2023
    Life Is What It’s Called
    Author Interview with Kate Foster
    Friday, October 27, 2023
    Confessions of a Book Addict
    Book Spotlight of All the Small Wonderful Things
    Saturday, October 28, 2023
    A Novel Mind
    Author Interview with Kate Foster
    Monday, October 30, 2023
    Pages for Paige

    Book Review of All the Small Wonderful Things
    Tuesday, October 31, 2023
    One More Exclamation
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    Wednesday, November 1, 2023
    icefairy’s Treasure Chest

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    Thursday, November 2, 2023
    Heart to Heart
    Author Interview with Kate Foster
    Friday, November 3, 2023
    A Blue Box Full of Books
    Book Review of All the Small Wonderful Things and Little Free Library Drop
    Monday, November 6, 2023
    Mommy’s Memorandum
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    Tuesday, November 7, 2023
    Country Mamas with Kids
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    Wednesday, November 8, 2023
    My Reading Getaway
    An Article by Kate Foster
    Thursday, November 9, 2023
    Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers
    Book Review of All the Small Wonderful Things
    Friday, November 10, 2023
    Cover Lover Book Review

    Kate Foster’s Favorite Childhood Books
    Monday, November 13, 2023
    Froggy Teach Read
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    Tuesday, November 14, 2023
    The Momma Spot
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    Wednesday, November 15, 2023
    Twirling Book Princess
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    Thursday, November 16, 2023
    Book Q&As with Deborah Kalb
    Author Interview with Kate Foster

    All the Small Wonderful Things
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    All the Small Wonderful Things: Book Giveaway

    About the Book

    All the Small Wonderful Things

    Written by Kate Foster

    Ages 8+ | 240 Pages

    Publisher: Candlewick | ISBN-13: 9781536225808

    Publisher’s Book Summary: In an endearing story about an autistic boy and his steadfast furry pal, Alex is convinced that winning a trophy at the dog show will help him make a real friend at last.

    Eleven-year-old Alex knows that starting middle school will be a big change, and for an autistic person, change can be terrifying. He is sure that having a friend by his side will help. But how can he make one? Alex devises a plan to impress the kids at school by winning a trophy at the PAWS Dog Show with his trusty sidekick, Kevin the Cockapoo. This should be a walk in the park, right? If only. It turns out that finding a friend is harder than Alex thought—unless, maybe, friendship is about something more than popularity.

    This charming story, told through Alex’s clear and honest voice, navigates relationships of all stripes between classmates, new neighbors, family, and, of course, a kid and his dog. After all, friendship isn’t one-size-fits-all—maybe it’s found in the small things where you least expect it.

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    About the Author

    Kate Foster is a children’s author writing about friends, family, and dogs. Originally from a small town in the southeast of England, she now lives on the stunning Gold Coast in Australia with her family and second-hand dogs. She is passionate about encouraging and teaching a wider understanding of autism and mental illness via a positive approach and representation in both her books as well as her presentations and talks.

    For more information, visit www.kfosterbooks.com.

    Thanks for following along with us on the All the Small Wonderful Things Awareness Tour!

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    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

    114 Comments

    1. Ken Carlson on November 6, 2023 11:06 am

      I like reading with my grandaughter

      Reply
    2. Jodi Hunter on November 6, 2023 12:12 pm

      I would like to win this for my daughter.

      Reply
    3. Rebecca F on November 6, 2023 12:16 pm

      Great message about inclusivity, would love to share it with my son.

      Reply
    4. Sara Alvaro on November 6, 2023 3:49 pm

      A lovely book on a wonderful topic.

      Reply
    5. gloria patterson on November 7, 2023 1:19 pm

      This is something that all kids need to read and learn

      Reply
    6. Kirsten Lyon on November 7, 2023 5:43 pm

      I like heart-warming novels!

      Reply
    7. Kirsten Lyon on November 8, 2023 3:33 am

      It would be good for my niece to learn about dealing with change!

      Reply
    8. Kirsten Lyon on November 9, 2023 4:20 am

      It is good for children to know how to make friends!

      Reply
    9. Kirsten Lyon on November 10, 2023 3:45 am

      It is good to have insight!

      Reply
    10. Rebecca F on November 10, 2023 12:43 pm

      Cute story, would love to read it to my son.

      Reply
    11. Rebecca F on November 11, 2023 5:27 am

      What a sweet story, would love to read it to my son.

      Reply
    12. Kirsten Lyon on November 11, 2023 8:31 am

      It is good to see kindness and perseverance have power!

      Reply
    13. Kirsten Lyon on November 12, 2023 9:27 am

      I like the illustrations!

      Reply
    14. gloria patterson on November 12, 2023 2:02 pm

      a learning book for all ages

      Reply
    15. Kirsten Lyon on November 13, 2023 10:35 am

      I’d like our souls lit up!

      Reply
    16. Rebecca F on November 13, 2023 2:04 pm

      Very sweet story, would love to win!

      Reply
    17. gloria patterson on November 13, 2023 5:14 pm

      todays kids are so much better with not caring about other kids problems. They all just play together, talk and learn from each other

      Reply
    18. Susan J. on November 14, 2023 9:56 am

      Illustrations

      Reply
    19. Cathy McInturff on November 14, 2023 12:17 pm

      What a sweet book for kids!

      Reply
    20. gloria patterson on November 14, 2023 4:47 pm

      a learning book that would be remembered

      Reply
    21. Kirsten Lyon on November 14, 2023 5:02 pm

      I would like to learn about the small wonderful things!

      Reply
    22. Rebecca F on November 15, 2023 5:43 am

      What a sweet story, would love o read it to my son.

      Reply
    23. gloria patterson on November 15, 2023 4:56 pm

      a great learning book for zay

      Reply
    24. Kirsten Lyon on November 15, 2023 5:40 pm

      I would like to read a charming story!

      Reply
    25. Rebecca F on November 16, 2023 2:46 pm

      This book has such a cute message, please pick me!

      Reply
    26. gloria patterson on November 16, 2023 3:54 pm

      sounds like a fun book

      Reply
    27. Jamie Martin on November 16, 2023 9:29 pm

      This is what my twin would love for Christmas.

      Reply
    28. Rebecca F on November 17, 2023 2:26 pm

      I would love to win this and read it to my son.

      Reply
    29. gloria patterson on November 17, 2023 3:52 pm

      this sounds like a book that zay would enjoy a lot

      Reply
    30. Kirsten Lyon on November 17, 2023 5:05 pm

      I think my niece would like the illustrations!

      Reply
    31. Kirsten Lyon on November 18, 2023 7:02 am

      I like to read charming stories!

      Reply
    32. gloria patterson on November 18, 2023 1:14 pm

      Learning and growing book zay would enjoy

      Reply
    33. Kirsten Lyon on November 19, 2023 10:38 am

      I want to see the dog in the dog show!

      Reply
    34. Donna L on November 19, 2023 3:32 pm

      An interesting book with a positive message.

      Reply
    35. gloria patterson on November 19, 2023 5:41 pm

      this would be agood learning book

      Reply
    36. Donna L on November 20, 2023 8:07 am

      This sounds like a cool story.

      Reply
    37. Kirsten Lyon on November 20, 2023 9:36 am

      I would like Alex to find a friend!

      Reply
    38. bn100 on November 20, 2023 11:00 am

      cute

      Reply
    39. Rebecca F on November 20, 2023 2:08 pm

      Please choose me, would love to read it to my son.

      Reply
    40. gloria patterson on November 20, 2023 4:48 pm

      a learning book for zay

      Reply
    41. Donna L on November 21, 2023 9:26 am

      This book sounds like an intriguing story.

      Reply
    42. Rebecca F on November 21, 2023 1:49 pm

      What a sweet story, would love to read to my son, we have 2 dogs.

      Reply
    43. Donna L on November 22, 2023 5:55 am

      Seems like a cute, interesting book.

      Reply
    44. Rebecca F on November 22, 2023 1:58 pm

      What a sweet story about a boy and his dogs, would love to win!

      Reply
    45. gloria patterson on November 22, 2023 5:03 pm

      zay loves reading out lough

      Reply
    46. Donna L on November 23, 2023 6:19 am

      Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Would love to win!

      Reply
    47. Rebecca F on November 23, 2023 2:23 pm

      Would love to win for a Christmas present for my son.

      Reply
    48. gloria patterson on November 23, 2023 5:27 pm

      this sounds like a great learning book

      Reply
    49. Donna L on November 24, 2023 8:29 am

      Thank you for the opportunity to win this prize for my grandson.

      Reply
    50. gloria patterson on November 24, 2023 9:41 am

      this would be a great book for zay

      Reply
    51. Rebecca F on November 24, 2023 2:44 pm

      Love the sweet sentiment of this book.

      Reply
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