How to Party Like a Snail - (Snail & Stump) by Naseem Hrab (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Snail is a party animal. Well ... kind of. He especially appreciates the quiet things about parties, like confetti, using his indoor voice, and softly blowing out birthday candles. But parties tend to get pretty loud, and that's when Snail disappears into his shell. But not to worry! Snail still has fun at parties - it's just that from inside his shell nobody can tell he's having a good time. And this means he doesn't get many party invitations ... So Snail decides to throw himself his very own quiet party. He plays hide-and-hide, he sways to his favourite lullabies, and enjoys a nice mug of warm milk. But that night, as he tucks himself in a blanket burrito, he starts to feel like something is missing. And that's when Stump, who's been there the whole time, chimes in with a suggestion. In the end, Snail realizes that he really does love parties, just not the rowdy ones. He and Stump put on their jammies, turn the lullabies down low, and "celebrate the shush" in their own quiet way."--

Book Synopsis

An introverted snail throws his own kind of party to celebrate all things quiet

Snail is a party animal. Well...kind of. He loves the quiet things about parties: confetti, making new friends (using his indoor voice, of course), and the silence before everyone yells, "SURPRISE!" But when parties get loud, Snail retreats into his shell. He's still partying, but no one can tell he's having a good time while he's tucked inside. His friends don't understand why he doesn't love loud parties like they do, and soon Snail's party invites begin to dry up.

In response, Snail decides to plan his own quiet party, complete with warm milk and lullaby lip-syncing. But something is missing--does Snail long for the "loud" after all? That's when Stump, a fellow introvert, chimes in with an idea. Maybe Snail isn't missing the "loud"...maybe he's just missing a friend to share the quiet. Together, Stump and Snail turn the lullabies down low and celebrate "the shush" together.

With comics-style storytelling and lovable characters, this hilarious tale makes quiet so fun that even the most extroverted readers will want to SHHHelebrate!

Review Quotes

"A wildly charming, earnestly rendered 'SHHHellebration of the SHHHush.'"

-- "Publishers Weekly - STARRED REVIEW"

"Although How to Party Like a Snail is written in a jovial and lighthearted manner, it introduces the reader to an important initiative - that is, increasing understanding and compassion toward introverts and sensory-sensitive individuals."

-- "Canadian Review of Materials"

"For those who often find parties too loud or rowdy, this book is a special affirmation that quieter parties are just as much fun as those that are not."

-- "Canadian Children's Book News"

"Hrab shares a positive message and highlights the fact that while noisy can be fun, quiet can be enjoyable as well."

-- "Kiss the Book"

"Hrab tackles an important topic with humor: how can we belong if we aren't like everyone else? [A] nice social-emotional addition to any collection, this has a very quiet character carrying a rather loud message: All volumes welcome."

-- "School Library Journal"

"Hrab's tale promotes inclusivity ... Children learn that while some people might like the loud, others thrive in the quiet, and just because a party is quiet, doesn't mean it can't be fun!"

-- "Children's Literature Comprehensive Database"

"Tailor-made for younger party lovers with a low tolerance for high decibels. A SHHHpecial treat for children who prefer to play it...soft."

-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"This charming story with wonderfully comic illustrations reminds young readers that they can be themselves, and still find someone who shares their interests."

-- "Calgary Herald"

"This could be a useful book for children who are hesitant to attend parties or playdates. Therapists or social workers may find it a worthy addition to their bibliotherapy toolbox."

-- "Youth Services Book Review"

"This delightful tale is perfect for bedtime and particularly for smalls who are sensitive to sound."

-- "The Small Protagonist"