An original picture book about a unicorn from bestselling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal (Plant a Kiss).
In this clever twist on the age-old belief that there’s no such thing as unicorns, Uni the unicorn is told there’s no such thing as little girls! No matter what the grown-up unicorns say, Uni believes that little girls are real. Somewhere there must be a smart, strong, wonderful, magical little girl waiting to be best friends. In fact, far away (but not too far), a real little girl believes there is a unicorn waiting for her. This refreshing and sweet story of friendship reminds believers and nonbelievers alike that sometimes wishes really can come true.
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59 of 68 people found the following review helpful.
Code Pink
By Gulf Beaches Public Library
I Iook for children's books that offer humor or a good story or hopefully both, and neither are present in Rosenthal's Uni the Unicorn, but then, those aren't the kind of books she is known for. This book states clearly on the cover, "a story about believing,' and that's exactly what it is. Uni the Unicorn believed that little girls were real, and "imagined all the things they would do together..." like "run through the meadow...spin and twirl in the sunlight," etc. These things are laid out with a perfect brevity of text coupled with the remarkable illustrations of Brigitte Barrager. Barrager's illustrations are extremely retro, looking deceptively like Little Golden Book with a dash of etsy stylization that make them quite perfect for this book, giving Rosenthal's message real authenticity.And Rosenthal's message? That while Uni dreams of finding a real girl -- they do exist, don't they? -- a little girl dreams of finding a real unicorn. Despite her parents' doubts, they will slide down rainbows together and be happy ever after.I know many little girls who visit my library will eat this up, but there's a definite Code Pink on this one, and it may even have a place on a Feminist's Watch list. Yesterday, I read my grandsons the new, "This is a Moose," about a moose determined to be an astronaut and blasting into space, cheerfully ignoring the duck commander completely. This book is such a strong contrast; instead of being about characters pursuing their own adventures, it's about two characters yearning for each other so they can together have an adventure. Uni doesn't seem to be able to help forest creatures in need by herself, and nor can the little girl slide down rainbows alone. I don't know why the premise of a book for very young children that somewhere there is a perfect mate waiting for you, although they may take the form of an imaginary creature, makes me so uneasy. But then, I don't have granddaughters. I'm out of the feminine loop of today.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
Magical Story Line & Stunning Artwork!
By Hapa
Beautiful and Magical! For every little girl or boy who loves Unicorns this book is a must! Storyline flows easily so it's not boring to read at bedtime and the artwork is so beautiful and very detailed! Please, Please, Please come out with a sequel to this book about Uni, I am definitely happy with my purchase and so is my little girl.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful.Beautifully drawn book about friendship
By Denis Vukosav
‘Uni the Unicorn’ written by Amy Krouse and illustrated by Brigette Barrager is children book that many young girls will love - children beloved unicorn character will be found inside together with imaginative illustrations which in beautiful way depicted the story.The book starts with unusual premise - as much as in human world widespread belief exists there is no such creature as unicorn, in unicorn one everyone is certain there is no such beings as young girls.Uni doesn’t want to hear and believe what other adult unicorns are telling; instead he will embark on a journey to find out the truth and seek somewhere magical and beautiful young girl to become his best friend…‘Uni the Unicorn’ is nicely and interesting story about friendship that turns stereotypical and known story about the search for the unicorn, changing the usual roles of those who is looking and those who is been looked for.The plot is not very complex therefore even the youngest children will be able to follow it, though still book provides lot of entertainment, especially with its nicely done illustrations. Speaking of Brigette Barrager drawings they somehow reminded me to those found in Disney old school editions, author using retro-style liked by many readers (I'm one of them).For some readers, the only drawback to story lack of actual ending could be seen; though I would not spoil the fun by disclosing it, adult reader will expect something that will encircle the story which doesn’t happen.Still, ‘Uni the Unicorn’ is beautifully drawn book about friendship which because of its writing style and unusual subject will certainly have appeal on young children, especially girls.
