The Great Writing Escape

Description

Garrett has BIG ideas…just not when it’s time to write!

The moment his pencil touches the page, Garrett’s imagination takes over.

He’d rather brush his teeth.
Give his dog a bath.
Even take out the trash!

One little daydream quickly snowballs into a series of hilarious adventures—each bigger, sillier, and more outrageous than the last.

Meanwhile, Garrett’s classmates are filling their papers with words, but Garrett hasn’t made it past writing his name.

But the clock is ticking.

Can Garrett finally turn his imagination into a story, or will he discover that sometimes the hardest part is simply getting started?

Perfect for:

• Reluctant writers and “I don’t know what to write!” moments 
• Funny elementary classroom read-alouds 
• Growth mindset children’s books 
• Picture books that boost confidence 
• Classroom community read-alouds 

*Previously published as Get Out Your Paper (2024). The cover and title have changed, the interior content is the same.

 

Reviews:

“…Packs profound lessons and demonstrates the transformations students experience in their intellectual capacity and self-esteem when they step outside their comfort zones. Fun, inspiring story about a young student finding his voice during a writing assignment.” – Publisher’s Weekly, Editor’s Pick

 

“Renee Hayes’ story is well written…children sometimes doubt themselves when they pick up a pen.  Fear of expressing himself, is something Garrett experienced. But with gentle encouragement and no pressure, children may not only surprise their teacher but also themselves with tales waiting to be written…Get Out Your Paper tackles the nervousness some people feel, especially when they know that after they have written what they need to say, somebody else will read and judge it.  I highly recommend Get Out Your Paper to be read by all children aged four and over.” — Rosie Malezer, Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Review

 

Click here to read the full review Publisher’s Weekly BookLife review.