🌱 Meet Wendell, the "worm" who dares to be different!
While the other worms wiggle in the dirt, Wendell munches on leaves, dreams big, and refuses to blend in. The ground-worm gang calls him “weird,” but Wendell soon discovers that standing out might be the very thing that helps him soar.
✨ Wendell the Weirdest Worm is a heartwarming story about:
Celebrating uniqueness
Building courage and confidence
Kindness, friendship, and finding your wings
Perfect for children ages 7–9, this playful book includes:
📖 An engaging story with whimsical illustrations
📝 A glossary of key words to support growing readers
🎲 Activities that spark imagination and deepen comprehension
Whether read aloud at home or shared in the classroom, Wendell the Weirdest Worm inspires kids to be proud of who they are—because sometimes being different is the most wonderful thing of all.
Wendell The Weirdest Worm
Product Information
Title: Wendell the Weirdest Worm
Author: Kwame Cooper
Format: Paperback (also available as eBook)
Pages: ~25 full-color pages
Age Range: 6–10 years
Reading Level: Early readers / Beginning chapter readiness
ISBN: 979-8-9931618-0-8
Publisher: EchoED Kids (an imprint of MWD Holdings LLC)Description
Wendell isn’t like the other worms. While his friends wiggle in the dirt, Wendell munches on leaves, dreams big, and dares to be different. Teased for standing out, Wendell discovers that being “weird” might just be wonderful.
This playful and inspiring story encourages kids to celebrate individuality, practice kindness, and embrace what makes them unique. With vibrant illustrations and rhythmic storytelling, Wendell the Weirdest Worm is perfect for read-alouds, classrooms, and bedtime.
Key Features
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Engaging, rhyming text designed for early literacy
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Themes of friendship, courage, and self-acceptance
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Teacher/parent resources available for classroom and home learning
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Glossary and discussion prompts to deepen comprehension
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