The Tallest of the Smalls – Max Lucado

The Tallest of the Smalls is a children’s parable from Max Lucado.   It is a companion text for children which pulls themes from chapter two of Lucado’s newest adult book – Fearless.   I have read Fearless and loved it so I was very excited to get this book and share it with our daughter.  The illustrations by Maria Monescillo are delightful.  They are very colorful and engaging.  They also provide  a lot to look at for young eyes as well as eyes with more life experience.   Of particular note are the pictures of the main character Ollie with Jesus.  They are very skillfully done.

The basic theme of the book is that you matter no matter what.  A terrific message that I felt was presented in a bit of a heavy handed manner.   The use of the power and influence of the peer group was well done, but the development of the story could have been stronger.  Lucado actually wrote a book that I found to be better developed a number of years back – You are Special.

The Tallest of the Smalls is enjoyable to read and presents  a powerful message, but it did not live up to the standard of  Fearless.

While this complimentary book was provided for review, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

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