"Norm Feuti navigates the stigma of poverty and the twists-and-turns of middle school friendship with deftness and empathy. A Kid Like Me is a funny, heartwarming journey of resilience, friendship, and finding the courage to be yourself." -- Johnnie Christmas, New York Times and award-winning author of Swim Team "A sweet, funny, and perceptive tale of friendship across class lines. I loved every page!" -- Hope Larson, New York Times estselling and Eisner Award-winning author "What do you get when you cross a crusty alligator and a perky bird? A surprising friendship you'll be sure to cheer for. Beak and Ally is a warm, funny winner!" -- Terri Libenson, author of the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series "A heartfelt and courageous story that shows friendship can--and should--straddle the socioeconomic divide." -- Rex Ogle, award-winning author of Free Lunch Feuti's art is bright and expressive. Clean lines, plenty of white space between panels, and a clear narrative arc with three short chapters make this a solid choice for emerging readers. -- Kirkus Reviews Early readers who enjoy expressive animal characters will enjoy diving into this brightly colored, easy-to-follow graphic novel.

This short but sweet exploration of friendship highlights the importance of respecting others' space and boundaries. -- School Library Journal.