Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Scott Sollers. The review and opinions expressed in this post are all my own. I received a copy of this book in order to share my opinion.

Let me introduce you to a great new read for kids. A Tall Tale: How the Ostriches Got Their Long Necks and Long Legs, by Scott Sollers (Author) and Alejandro Echavez (Illustrator). Let’s get into more detail about this fun book.

About the Book

This is the story of two rival communities living in valleys separated by a ridge. The Have-Alls live in a fertile, beautiful valley with their leader, Chief Somebody, and their prized pets, the Squatz. In the other valley, one more desolate and barren, live the No-Haves and their leader, Chief Nobody.

The No-Haves, always jealous of the Have-Alls’ pets, decide to gather the Squatz for themselves. What results is a fierce tug-of-war that changes the two communities—and the Squatz—forever!

About the Author

Having worked as an investment banker in the municipal securities industry for decades, Scott Sollers created this and other nighttime stories for his daughter, Stephanie, when she was a youngster. Originally, he handwrote and illustrated these stories and finally had the inspiration to get them published. Scott still works, is an avid golfer, and leads a not-for-profit organization that helps disadvantaged children. He currently resides in San Mateo, California, with his cat, Charlie.

Learn more about Scott and his work at scottsollersauthor.com and be sure to follow for more adventure via Instagram. 

Our Review

The story give a colorful and youthful insight into unity and friendship. It tells the tale of two different backgrounds can ultimately come together and live harmoniously and peacefully. I love how it promotes a sense of togetherness and gives the reader a better understanding that “Everybody” defines us all and no one is greater or lesser in worth than anyone else. I also really enjoy how the Squatz, aka Ostriches, found their own worth and were able to venture off on their own. Their act of liberation helped bring two diverse groups together into one cohesive community.  This is a fun and colorful read for kids of all ages, especially elementary age. As a fan of the African Savannah, this book helps bring the reader into that colorful world and shows how beautiful nature can truly be.

Purchase Options

The book can be purchased on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Bookshop.org.

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