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Originally published 1 August 2000 | 4/5 Goodreads | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Plot
A termite named Roberto tries to fulfill his dream of becoming an architect. He moves to the city so that he can become an architect and when he is there, he is influenced by great architects. Roberto finds ways to help the community and use his talents.
Reception
It was reviewed by Atlanta Journal and Constitution., Albuquerque Journal, and School Arts It was adapted into a 2005 animated children's short film by Weston Woods Studios, directed by Galen Fott and Jerry Hunt. The book is a Smithsonian Notable Book and the film is an ALA Notable Video.
References
Roberto: The Insect Architect Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA