The Longest Name on the Block

by Jane Yolen, Peter Madden (Illustrator)

A youngster dislikes his long name until five policemen make him see how special it is.

Genres: Picture Books

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1968

About the author

Jane Yolen is a novelist, poet, fantasist, journalist, songwriter, storyteller, folklorist, and children’s book author who has written more than three hundred books. Her accolades include the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, the World Fantasy Award, three Mythopoeic Awards, the Kerlan Award, two Christopher Awards, and six honorary doctorate degrees from colleges and universities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Born and raised in New York City, the mother of three and the grandmother of six, Yolen lives in Massachusetts and St. Andrews, Scotland.

Reviews

[Kalynda · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you have ever struggled with liking your name...this is a cute story for you. It made me smile and remember my efforts in 5th grade of trying to change my name.

[Bryanna Bouton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and I couldnt believe his name was timothy michael karl emmanuel sanford reginald brown