A Coconut Named Bob

by Austin Weaver, Don Robinson (Illustrator)

A heartwarming story of a little boy and his friendship with a coconut named Bob. This little boy took Bob everywhere with him...until one sunny day, while sailing with the little boy and the little boy's father, Bob was washed overboard during a storm. At this point, the story is told from the view of "Bob" the coconut. It uncovers Bob's journey from floating in the ocean, to landing on the shores of a remote island that he makes his new home. A unique tale that explores the possibility that all living things have a connection. This tale has an unexpected, uplifting ending that will touch the heart of all ages.

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books, Fiction

28 pages, Hardcover

First published August 10, 2012

Reviews

[Rebecka · Rating 2 out of 5]

This children's book is a little sad to read, with a scene not unlike Castaway's separation from Wilson when he got lost in the waves. :( Maybe useful as a tool when a child is moving away from their close friends and should consider the long-term possibility of reunion, but overall I thought this book was a downer.

I love the illustrations though, and enjoy purchasing Too Many Mangoes as a gift for friends' kids. Same illustrator and a much happier storyline about sharing.

[Dolly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartwarming tale of friendship and time that is incredibly reminiscent of the relationship between Chuck (played by Tom Hanks) and a volleyball he named Wilson during the movie Cast Away.



The narrative is entertaining and the illustrations are cartoonish and adorable. Appropriate for children of all ages.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this to Sam. He enjoyed it.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

[3.5]

I thought this was going to be one of those light-hearted goofy books, but it turned out to be a lot more meaningful than that.

The message from this story can be applied to so many different things in life - to lose someone (or something) and to grow from it and move forward, and hopefully reunite one day.

Pretty deep for a kids’ book.

[curiouskat_books · Rating 5 out of 5]

The cover itself leads one to believe that it is going to be a lighthearted story so people should be aware not to expect that. While I was surprised by that, it didn't bother me. The story itself is actually very beautiful and a bit sad. I agree that it felt very reminiscent to Wilson the volleyball in Cast Away but with a hint of Shel Silverstein's The Giving Tree.

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

A version of Penguin and Pinecone for warmer climes. Boy sees coconut, Boy befriends coconut, Boy loses coconut at sea, Boy becomes a grandfather and discovers an island where his favorite coconut, having become a tree, has taken up residence, and they are united.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the illustrations. Giving Tree-esque, without the tree maiming.

[Meadow Lea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this to my son. He loved it. It was cute. More than just a children's book. It was a tale of friendship. Reminds me a little bit of Wilson from castaway.

[Nathaly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. Very well written and beautiful illustrations.

[Charlie Stubbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great story about friendship and loss and a reunion.

[Sherry Scheline · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful story. I love the coconut named Bob. Very nicely illustrated as well.

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book.

[Colorado Buck · Rating 4 out of 5]

interestingly touching...

[Clorie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a little sad. I was sitting in a surf shop in a beach town with friends trying in sandals when I spotted this book. So I sat to read it real quick and by the end was in full tears. My friends then made fun of me. But how would feel if you were alone on an island with no one for years and years. Not sure what redeeming qualities are for this book but the illustrations were great. So for an adult who teared up I can only imagine what a child will do.

[Olivia · Rating 5 out of 5]

this is a heartwarming, beautiful story with such a good moral to it! a must have for any kid (or adult)!

[Rebecca Hancorne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is absolutely adorable :)

[Jeff · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was good, although somewhat predictable.