Paul Russell is a primary teacher, artist, playwright and
children’s author. He has been in classrooms for over 30
years, and all of his heroes are teachers. He is passionate
about children’s literacy and building young appetites for the
written word.
Nicky Johnston is an educator, speaker, and author/illustrator
of children’s books. She visits schools and presents at workshops
and conferences, sharing her journey, promoting emotional
resilience and raising awareness of mental health issues.
“The Incredibly Busy Mind of Bowen Bartholomew Crisp is the
loveliest picture book by Paul Russell and Nicky Johnston. It
sounded good before I had it here to read, but it’s miles better in
every way now that I have read it.”
*Book Witch*
“thinking differently can be a big advantage.”
*Sunday Telegraph*
“creates a safe space in which to probe the concepts of diversity
and potential.”
*Buzz Words*
“The Incredibly Busy Mind of Bowen Bartholomew Crisp does a great
job of recognising children who see the world differently.”
*Blue Wolf Reviews*
This is a fantastic resource for parents and teachers to share with
children and show that there is more than one way of viewing the
world. Seeing the world differently is to be celebrated. For
children who think differently like Bowen the book will be
reassuring, and for all children it will encourage them to exercise
their minds, be inquisitive, and see things from new perspectives.
Adults and children will have fun thinking of wild and imaginative
answers to Bowen’s way-out questions.
*NZ Booklovers*
I loved the way The Incredibly Busy Mind of Bartholomew Crisp is
told in first person. We get to know Bowen and how he thinks. He
ponders questions given him seriously, but like any child also
wonders about the weird and wonderful world around him.
Beautifully illustrated in coloured pencil, Bowen’s story is
perfect to kick off discussion about differences, empathy,
understanding and acceptance of others around you. Gorgeous!
*What Book Next ?*
“As Bowen grows, he finds that his unique way of understanding the
world can be a gift to others.”
*Barefoot Mommy*
“This beautifully rendered story is essential reading for
.. all the Bowens out there who can feel empowered, finally,
for others to hear their story”
*Story Talk Book Peeks*
"A picture book about seeing the world differently. The story is a
great example of neurodiversity and what different ways of seeing
the world can contribute to us all as a society. This is a good
book with gentle humour, detailed illustrations, and the invitation
for us all to appreciate the details, and think more deeply about
questions and issues that surround us. "
*Kids Books NZ*
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