Leon and Bob

By Simon James | Publisher: Candlewick Press

About the book

\"Simple, elemental, yet full of heart, the story, remarkably, captures a character who isn’t there and makes readers see him just as Leon does.\" — Booklist

Leon is new in town and doesn’t know anyone. That’s when he makes friends with Bob. No one else can see Bob, but Leon knows he’s there. One day a boy exactly Leon’s age moves in next door. Leon would like to meet him, as long as Bob comes along. But suddenly Bob is gone. How alone Leon feels! Is he brave enough to make friends without Bob beside him?

Editions of Leon and Bob

Paperback
ISBN 9780763681753
Paperback
ISBN 9780763626860
AltFormat
ISBN 9781564029911

Read an Excerpt

\"Simple, elemental, yet full of heart, the story, remarkably, captures a character who isn’t there and makes readers see him just as Leon does.\" — Booklist

Leon is new in town and doesn’t know anyone. That’s when he makes friends with Bob. No one else can see Bob, but Leon knows he’s there. One day a boy exactly Leon’s age moves in next door. Leon would like to meet him, as long as Bob comes along. But suddenly Bob is gone. How alone Leon feels! Is he brave enough to make friends without Bob beside him?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leon and Bob about?

\"Simple, elemental, yet full of heart, the story, remarkably, captures a character who isn’t there and makes readers see him just as Leon does.\" — Booklist

Leon is new in town and doesn’t know anyone. That’s when he makes friends with Bob. No one else can see Bob, but Leon knows he’s there. One day a boy exactly Leon’s age moves in next door. Leon would like to meet him, as long as Bob comes along. But suddenly Bob is gone. How alone Leon feels! Is he brave enough to make friends without Bob beside him?

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Leon and Bob?

Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories

Where can I read a sample of Leon and Bob?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780763681753

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Leon and Bob?

Simon James

Who is the Publisher of the book Leon and Bob?

Candlewick Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Leon and Bob is available as paperback(ISBN 9780763681753) and paperback(ISBN 9780763626860) and altformat(ISBN 9781564029911)

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