The Giants and the Smalls: The Adventure of Rimi and Ritt

I had heard about this book from friends and was excited to see for myself how good it really is. It arrived quicker than I expected. I love how it reads like a fairytale for kids, as well as adults, to enjoy with a message that is so uplifting and inspiring. I will absolutely keep extras on hand for gift giving!

This book is problematic for many reasons. First it pits two groups of people against each other. One group is better than the other. It’s the kind of divisiveness that we just don’t want to teach our children. Second, it’s rife with notions of victim-blaming and gas-lighting. It promotes the idea that if a group of people, (the Smalls, a literary reference to their minority group status) has less material wealth than another group (the Giants, a literary reference to their dominant group status), that they must have done something wrong, and that it’s all in their heads. It’s suggested at the end that the minority group must literally become (assimilate) one if the dominant group in order to overcome their poverty. It’s bad on every level.

Im looking for books for my first grandchilds library, but have to agree with the two negative reviews of this book. Why are Giants so much better than the Smalls? And if they are so much better, then why arent Giants reaching out to Smalls to help them realize they can grow into Giants. Wouldnt that be the Christlike thing to do? And isnt that how a Giant or a Small can be successful and happy, by helping one another? Thats the message we should be teaching our children. And unfortunately many times Giants can put up impassable roadblocks for the smalls and why does there have to only be two types? Why are the smalls made to be undesirable, when there are some very good things about being small. Whos to say that Giants cant have small moments, and that wont be good for them? Overall, I really didnt see much of a plot... a small wakes up one day and decides to work really hard and job shadow a giant. Beautiful illustrations though.

I really dont know what to say about this book... Get it! Get it, read it, share it and buy a copy for someone you know.

Regardless of your circumstances, YOU were born to be a GIANT. Regardless of where you are on that journey or how far away it may seem, there are other Giants, including everyone of the Family of Giants, that love and support your journey, your unique contribution, and YOU! “If it’s to be, it’s up to me and my committed action”! LOVE this book!

Great message that everyone can gain from. I would recommend this to anyone.

As a homeschooling mom, I always look for good quality stories for my children to read. This one is a rare find; it is beautifully written, it has a powerful message, and fantastic illustrations. The borders on each text page are a nice touch - it gives an antique feel to the book.

This book was given to me by the author for my daughter. To my surprise, it benefitted my life as well! Its not just a story, it teaches and inspires us to overcome challenges we may face. The illustrations reminds me of a beautiful Disney movie. See for yourself. It wont disappoint!

What an amazing story with a message that is so needed today - we get to choose to reach our giant potential. Absolutely loved it, and it is beautifully illustrated. I have purchased a number of copies for my nieces and nephews, and for my kids school libraries.

This is an excellent parable about any kind of success that one might pursue. It not only has helped me but my nine year old daughter immediately took it to heart. Any time she is experiencing difficult emotions I ask her what a giant would do and it usually motivates her to change her attitude. Then I praise her for acting like a giant. Its become a massively effective shorthand for us.