This was a more simple book, with not a lot of words, but really good meaning behind it. The problem for me though, was simply that it wasn't enough. I know, sometimes that really does work, but when it came to this book I was hoping there was so much more.

The pages for me didn't have enough, when it came to the topic at hand. And, yes, the illustrations were cute and too the point, but it fell short when it came to the words on the pages. Believe me when I say, it's a great topic, on how being different should be acknowledged and applauded. But, again, I was left wanting more from those pages. Really sad about that.

***I received this copy from words & pictures via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.***

I don't like this book. It was easy over simplified and the same words were used over and over. The overall idea was good, to accept the each other's differences. However, working in s library, I see some great quality children's books, i didn't think this one stacked up.

This picture book would make a great addition to any library! It shows how it's Ok to be different. At first, one of the Poofers was being made fun of when he didn't POOF at the same time as others, but the others started to see him as different and beautiful! Many great lessons with this picture book!

A Little Bit Different is a very simple but sweet book about celebrating differences. This would be a great book for young toddlers and older preschoolers alike as the concept is illustrated in a very simplistic way but it can also serve as a conversation starter for older kids.
I received a copy from the publisher through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

What a cute story! This book is very short with great pictures. It tells the story of a little Ploof that is a little bit different. It shows acceptance of differences. It will be a great book to use with some of my students to help teach about differences, how sometimes people react, and how we can help show people that being different is not only OK but it is GREAT!

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A simple but clever little story teaching children that it's ok to be different. Great illustrations which make the book. The Ploofers are preparing for something special however one of the Ploof is very different and the others don't like it. What happens next? you will have to read the book.

Great for 2-5 yr olds.

The message of this story is a good one, although I found the execution a bit too simple for my taste.

There are these little creatures called Ploofers who shoot grey smoke out of the tops of their heads. But one of them does something a little more colourful, and the rest of the Ploofers don't know what to make of it. In fact, they don't like it at all, because it's different. So the poor little Ploofer who's a bit different starts to feel bad... until someone else comes along and really likes that new creation.

Everything about this book is simple. The text is simple. The illustrations are simple. It works, but I kind of prefer a little more in the picture books I read.

I have to say, though, that the illustration on the copyright page is probably my favourite. It made me laugh out loud.

My favorite part of this book was the cute illustrations. The Ploofers are adorable and I loved all the colors that the "different" ploofer creates. I was a bit confused about the creature that befriends the lonely ploofer. Was it also a ploofer? To be honest, it looked like a piece of French Toast Crunch. I'm not sure why the author/illustrator decided to make this particular character unique when the rest were all very similar, including the main ploofer. That being said, it doesn't detract from the story at all.

The text is minimal, but the concept is a bit more sophisticated. I would say it is ideal for a storytime that caters to kids 4 years old and above.

I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. This picture book for little kids is about being different and that it is okay to be different.

I was given this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

A Little Bit Different is a simple book with a very strong message. Great for little ones. The illustrations are charming and very unique. I would suggest this book for fans of Jon Klassen.

The bit of crude humor at the end didn't quite land with me, but won't offend fans of contemporary children's media (i.e. Trolls, Boss Baby, etc).

Definitely worth the look!

Where would we be without individuals and personalities? This is a fun, short and cutely-illustrated book for young children about the joy of being an individual.

Among the ploofs, Shoof is definitely an individual, but at first, Shoof is shunned. It's only when minds are opened and individuality is finally appreciated, that Shoof finds a place in this world. Whether Shoof's friend's talents will be appreciated is another matter! I commend this as a worthy read for young children.

The artwork is very simple, but it is cute. The concept is very simple, but it carries a big message. This is a very simple show of how differences are good and don’t have to be a bad thing just because it isn’t the same as everything/everyone else.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing fro providing me with an ARC.

This was a very simple book.
The color scheme was intentionally basic.
I read it with my four year old and he enjoyed it, and answered back when I said "isn't it awesome".
It wasn't as straight forward the teaching from this expect that some people like new things, different things.
It was a simple and enjoyable book and could be a good small paper back book.

The Ploofers are a family that do everything the same and together. When one little Ploofer deviates from the norm, the story takes off.
This is a sweet book for the youngest students in my Media Center. I know they will enjoy the illustrations which will be a good starting point to discuss the themes of acceptance and diversity.

I really wanted to enjoy this book as the blurb sounded so poignant and powerful yet I was left incredibly disappointed. I really didn't think this book addressed the topic of difference and how people respond to difference in an accessible, engaging or moving way at all.

Rejection then acceptance and on to celebration.

Meet the ploofers. The ploofers have been practising something special which they all want to do at the exact same time. Will they be th next America’s Got Talent? When they do perform, one little ploofers does something different! When one little ploofer goes against the usual flow of things, the rest of them turn their backs on hiim. Just like in real life sadly. But wait a minute... someone recognizes the beauty in being different which sparks a change in attitude of everyone.
This is a happy little reading experience for both the adult and child, creating the opportunity to spark. meaningful discussions about people's differences and how we accept and value them.
I think the ploofers have more to say. Sequel please...

This was an interesting simple picture book about being different and accepting others differences. It would be fun to ask students to interpret the story and have them put words to the book.