I just recently got this book, and loved it!
In his newest children's book, The Tallest of Smalls, Max Lucado introduces us to a world of characters very much like ourselves. The streets of Stiltsville come alive at night with 'too smalls' who compete in order to see who is better. Some never get a chance at all. By luck, the main character, Ollie, is selected to be in the 'cool crowd', but things quickly unravel when he fails to meet the expectations placed on him by those in the group.
Max Lucado delivers the message of acceptance in a simple and eloquent manner. He offers hope to those who don't fit in, who can't keep up, and who feel worthless. It is the reminder that Jesus loves us just as we are. With beautiful and whimsical illustrations, this book is written for children; however I think it is a 'must-read' for anyone who has ever felt that they didn't quite measure up.
(This book can be purchased at http://www.thomasnelson.com/consumer/
