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I Am Odd, I Am NewDiscover the inspiring illustrated picture book, 'I Am Odd, I Am New,' created by the talented 10 year old poet Benjamin Giroux. This hardback edition, measuring 203 x 267 mm and featuring 32 beautifully illustrated pages, brings to life Benjamin's heartfelt poem about embracing differences and living with autism. Published by Schiffer Books on October 26, 2021, this book aims to empower children by showcasing that being unique is something to
Discover the inspiring illustrated picture book, 'I Am Odd, I Am New,' created by the talented 10-year-old poet Benjamin Giroux. This hardback edition, measuring 203 x 267 mm and featuring 32 beautifully illustrated pages, brings to life Benjamin's heartfelt poem about embracing differences and living with autism. Published by Schiffer Books on October 26, 2021, this book aims to empower children by showcasing that being unique is something to cherish. Benjamin’s words, which began as a school assignment, resonate with emotion and honesty, encouraging young readers to accept and celebrate their individuality. The book is complemented by a foreword from the National Autism Association, providing context to Benjamin's struggle and success. Whether you're revisiting the poem or discovering it for the first time, this picture book serves as a powerful reminder that it's perfectly okay to be different. Ideal for parents, teachers, and caregivers seeking resources for children on the spectrum or simply looking to promote inclusivity, 'I Am Odd, I Am New' makes a perfect addition to any bookshelf. Order today and inspire conversation with this important story about acceptance and uniqueness. With exceptional shipping options available, your book will reach you without any unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes since it’s in stock in NZ. Smartfox is proud to be a NZ-owned business located in Auckland, ensuring fast and reliable service to our customers.CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 203 x 267 mm
Pages: 32
Bind: hardback
Author: Benjamin Giroux Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 26-10-2021
Through the eyes of 10-year-old Benjamin Giroux, being odd is different, and different is a good thing. This is what the then fifth-grader hoped to convey in his poem, beginning every few sentences with "I am," about what it is like to live with autism. Inspired by a school assignment, Benjamin's raw and emotional words poured out onto the page, but when he feared they were not any good, his parents shared the poem with friends and family. Little did they know that it would go viral and end up inspiring thousands of strangers who identified with him to share their support. Now for the first time, Benjamin's iconic poem "I Am Odd, I Am New," comes to life in this lovingly illustrated picture book with a foreword written by the National Autism Association. So whether you know the poem, or it is new to you, discover how Benjamin's honesty will reassure children of all ages that it's okay to be different.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
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★★★★★ 4
Coolest manga on the planet.
Format: Paperback
Great art, pacing and action scenes. Not afraid to go balls to the wall. More comics like this I general and we'd be living in a better world.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2024
★★★★★ 4
Good Graphic Novel
Format: Paperback
A good graphic novel full of action and well-done graphics. The story is fast paced and will keep your interest. The plot is well told and holds the premise for further stories in a series. A good read.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2024
★★★★★ 5
Extremely fun!
Format: Paperback
I couldn't stop laughing while reading this. It's very well written, well drawn, and the overall quality (both physical & story wise) is very good. Just finished reading this volume, and I have nothing but good things to say about it. Ogami (the main protagonist) is a very fun character to follow through his dilemmas. Definitely looking forward to reading Volume 2!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2026
★★★★★ 3
pretty funny for a 39 year old, but...
Format: Kindle
I loved the premise of a "middle aged" hitman turning into a middle school boy, but there are some iffy bits for teens.
When a divorced, middle aged hitman is turned into a middle school boy, shenanigans happen.
I'm not sure if Kill Blue is a dark crime or school life comedy manga; I think it's a bit of both.
The author does a great job portraying how adults see the current generation, obsessed with social media, etc. I loved how our grouchy, introverted ML starts to love learning, and begrudgingly becomes more social. He has a typical goofy sidekick and other side characters. The FL is a beautiful (?) middle school girl who keeps being hassled by teen boys and enemies of her father, and the ML reluctantly steps in to help.
If you like this kind of manga, I'd recommend Sakamito Days, where the ML is already happily married.
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The whole idea that " I'll have to marry a middle school girl", when I'm really a 39 year old man is creepy. Even if the 39 yr old is in a middle school body. If this manga turns into a long series, and his character marries the girl, it will still be creepy. That's my parental concern.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Fun series starter
Format: Kindle
This was fun. Juzo Ogami is 39, legendary assassin and a divorced father of one. A bee sting transforms his body back to a 13-year-old’s, so his boss sends him to scout a middle school for his daughter—as a student there.
It’s not easy for Ogami, who is a school drop-out and doesn’t know how to talk to children. On a first day, he’s pegged to be the class loser. But to his surprise, he discovers he loves learning. If only he could study in peace, but all sorts of pervs and kidnappers disturb the students and he has no choice but to step in. Anonymously.
The real trouble begins when the scientist trying to find a solution to his age problem—his ex-wife—learns that to infiltrate the pharmaseutical company responsible for the age drug, Ogami needs to marry the owner’s daughter, who just happens to be his classmate. No way is he going to date a girl the same age as his daughter, not even to save her from worse suitors. Right?
This was a fun start to a series. Ogami was slightly different age-change protagonist with his world-weariness and clear understanding of what is appropriate for someone his age. He changes a lot during the first volume already. It will be fun to see where that’ll lead. Art was good.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2025