I relate to this book, simply because I find myself relatively shy in some situations, such as participating in class or expressing how I feel. This book was a great read and I loved seeing Sebastian grow as a person and become more confident in himself and things he had to say. In this book Sebastian picked up a new hobby-- skating-- and learning this hobby gave him more confidence and a higher self-esteem. ( )

Sebastian was a very shy boy. He didn't talk very much, until he found a pair of old roller skates. He didn't like the skates at first, but the second time he saw the skates he took the skates home. He practiced everyday, but he wasn't very good. He was skating then a lady lost her dog and he tried to catch the dog, but he was still on his skates. The dog took him through the whole park; he loved it. The skates opened up a new Sebastian. He became so much more talkative. The skates gave him courage. He even asked the girl he liked to go on a date. ( )

This story is about a young shy boy named Sebastian. One day Sebastian is in the park and he finds a pair of roller skates. He decides to try them on and start skating. At first he is not very good. He then starts to practice every day he can. Eventually Sebastian becomes really good at roller skating. Sebastian then uses his new found roller skating talent to gain confidence in himself, especially when he is talking to people. Roller skating has shown him that it is important to speak and that his voice does matter. I liked this story and how the roller skates symbolize something so much bigger. I think it is amazing that in this story a pari of old skates and gaining the ability to skate helps a young boy gain so much confidence that he begins to communicate differently. I also liked how at the end Sebastian used his new found confidence and abilities to help someone who was a lot like him at one time. ( )

I liked this book because I believe students who are shy may be able to connect to the book and it will inspire them to become more outgoing by getting them involved in new activities. This book incorporates a well-developed character of a boy named Sebastian, who is very shy. Throughout the book Sebastian has a lot to say, but he is scared to say it. As Sebastian finds a new hobby one day in the park, he spots roller skates sitting on the bench he decides he is going to learn to skate. In addition, the book uses illustrations to enhance the mood and emotions of the book. For example, in the book the illustrations show how Sebastian would lower his head and shrug his shoulders when people would talk to him, but by the end of the book they displayed that Sebastian was excited to talk to people about his new roller skates and all the other things he had to say. The main message of this story is to teach children that new activities can encourage and motivate you to be confident when speaking and communicating to others. Also, this book shows that hard work, and determination can pay off and enhance your skills in many different areas of your life. ( )

I loved this book because it can relate to the shy students in a class room. The message is that everyone has something that helps them break out of their shell, you just have to go out there and find out what it is! At the beginning of the story, Sebastian is a very timid kid, but by the end he starts to speak his mind. I loved witnessing that character development! ( )

I liked this book because I think it can be relatable to many young readers. This book is about a boy Sebastian who is very shy, but once he starts to develop a love for roller skating he started to talk to everyone. The language in this book is descriptive and clear. The writing is engaging and flows well with the pictures on each page. Sebastian is a very believable character. He is very shy and I believe many young children can be shy and may not like talking to people. This book is written in third person. The plot is organized in a steady pace. It was nice to see how Sebastian grows as a character. The roller skates gave him confidence to do anything. I think the illustrations enhance the story and engages young readers. This book pushes readers to think about how to be confident and not be afraid to speak what is on your mind.

This picture book from Spain features Sebastian, a boy so shy that he can barely whisper a word to his apartment-house neighbors, his barber, or even his teacher. Inside his head, though, he has plenty to say. Finding a pair of roller skates abandoned in the park, he tries skating but goes so slowly that he stumbles from one place to the next. When he catches hold of a runaway dog's leash and takes a wild ride though the park, Sebastian is spurred to overcome his hesitancy in skating and, even better, in speaking to those around him. His happiness shines from his face and from the collage of images that represent his words and thoughts. First in shades of gray and later in brilliant colors, the collage elements imaginatively express what Sebastian is feeling as well as what he is saying. The universality of Sebastian's experience ensures that this pleasing picture book, translated from the original Catalan, will resonate with children on this side of the Atlantic. ( )

Sebastian learns to have confidence through learning to roller blade and he uses a dog in the park to help him get better. He grows as a person and changes throughout the story by learning to be confident in his capabilities. I would ask my students when they have felt like this and to explain how they dealt with it. Elementary upper grade levels are ideal for this book to have as a read. ( )

Sebastian is a very shy kid in school who knows all the answers to the questions his teachers ask him, but he refuses to speak during class. One day after class Sebastian walks through the park and finds an old pair of roller skates sitting on a bench. He tries them day after day only to find out that he is not very talented. One day he gets ahold of a dog that takes him for an adventurous ride around the park that actually allows him to become a better skater. After Sebastian realizes he can skate on his own it brings out a whole new confidence about him that completely changes the way he acts. In a good way of course. ( )

This book tells that a little boy did not talk too much because of shy, even if he had so much to say. One day, when he found a pair of slates and started skating, he felt a sense of bravery and was able to break away from his shyness and say all the things he wants to say but never said before. The theme of this book is very good for children to read, thus I'd like to use this book in my teaching. This book is good for 2-4 grade students to read. ( )

I like this book for 2 reasons. First, the characters are well developed. The main character, Sebastian is a shy boy who has a lot on his mind but is too shy to speak up. As the story progresses Sebastian finds a pair of roller skates and as he learns how to use them he starts to grow confidence. By the end of the story Sebastian is talking to everyone, good at roller skating and even asks his crush out to roller skate with him. Also, the author does an excellent job of making the plot both engaging and well organized. The rising action starts when Sebastian wants to tell people what he’s really feeling but instead he looks down and nods his head. The climax arises when Sebastian is learning how to roller skate and he grabs ahold of a dog leach that takes him all around the park. After Sebastian survives the ride he’s a new person and everything starts to look up for him. He even starts talking to strangers. The moral of this story is to try new things. ( )

Sebastian’s Roller Skates is an enjoyable book that reminds children and adults to worry less and find the fun parts of life and capitalize on them. The vivid details and writing style in this book provides a heartwarming, carefree story about being outgoing and saying what one wants to say.
The story of Sebastian begins with a shy young boy that finds roller skates, practices, learns to worry less and have fun, and ultimately become more outgoing because of this newly found airy demeanor. The plot and details provide an effective and enthralling outline of Sebastian’s transformation. The practice on the roller skates are pivotal scenes that illustrate his growth. The exposition involving his shy glances and the listing of what he wanted to say but couldn’t gave a character outline of Sebastian. The climactic portion as he learns to roller skate and asks his friend to roller skate with him also highlights his growth and the resolution that results in him becoming more easygoing. Sebastian’s Roller Skates is a relaxed book that provides fun insight into a more carefree outlook on life. ( )

I really liked this book for two main reasons. I really liked the plot of this story. This book is about a little boy who tries to roller skate and continues to fail, until one day he unexpectedly skates. I thought that the book was organized well, and it made me want to keep reading to see what would happen. In the beginning of the book he never really talked and I would wonder why. But as the book goes on more happens and he becomes more confident in himself. I also liked this book because of the characters. Sebastian was portrayed as a boy that was very believable. I think this is important because students reading this book can probably relate to him. This will let the students be more comfortable and excited when reading the book. Also, it will let the students feel like they are not alone. Many students go through obstacles that they have trouble overcoming, just like Sebastian did. The message of this story is to never give up. There were many times when Sebastian could have stopped skating, but he never gave up and eventually reached his goal. This is important for students to see so that they can have the motivation to reach their goal.

In my opinion this is a great book for students who are struggling on speaking up in class. Sebastian is a very smart boy who can answer all of the questions asked, but decides not to. I like how this book shows a struggling student turning into a confident student. Many students through K-2nd need some confidence to expand their learning and this is a great book to read as a class. Something as simple as roller skating and getting better and better each day can help someone gain confidence to accomplish their goals. ( )

I liked this book for two reasons. First, I like the repetition in the book. It kept rerating "But Sebastian didn't talk very much" and "What he wanted to say though was...." This gives the reader something to look forward to and more consistency within the story. I also liked how relatable the story is. It is a young boy who is afraid to speak his mind to classmates, neighbors, and teachers. All he needs is a little boost of confidence and he is able to say everything he wants. This is something a lot of kids go through and something most people can relate to.I think the main idea of this book is that with confidence you can do anything. ( )

After reading, Sebastian’s Roller Skates, I’ve come to the conclusion that I have mixed emotions about it. I liked the book because of Sebastian’s willingness to continue to learn how to skate but I didn’t like the overall storyline. Although the language was clear and descriptive, I personally did not enjoy it. The writing was organized but it was not engaging. “Sebastian didn’t talk very much. Not in the elevator. Not in the barbershop. Not in school.” The writing did not bring me in and want to continue to read.” The illustrations did however match the text and enhance the story somewhat. The overall characters of the story were believable.

I absolutely loved this book for three reasons. The first reason being the character, as well as the character development. Sebastian is a very shy boy who is soft-spoken. As the story goes on, the reader see’s Sebastian slowly break out of his shell. Sebastian found something he was passionate about, built up his confidence, and transformed into a brand new little boy! The second reason I loved this book was because of its reliability for students. Sometimes student who are shy or do not know how to express their thoughts, just need the confidence boost to take leap of faith! If a student is feeling the way that Sebastian was feeling, this story may inspire them to find their own passion. It could also ensure that a student similar to Sebastian knows that even though they are shy, using their words can be relieving! The final reason I liked this book was because of the language and the flow of the writing. The author repeated phrases, such as “but Sebastian didn’t talk very much.” This added emphasis to the idea of just how shy Sebastian really was. All of the language was very clear, however it could have potentially been a little bit more descriptive. Overall, I thought this was a wonderful book that could be used in the classroom. ( )

Sebastian was a very shy boy who doesn't say very much even though he has good ideas. He finds a pair of roller skates and struggles for a few days to learn to skate. Once he learns and goes on many adventures through the park and sees many cool things. He finally feels confident and begins to talk more. I liked the message that is book teaches readers. It shows them how much better life can be when you open up. It also shows them to try new things even if you are not good at them at first. If you keep trying, you will succeed. The story has good descriptive details of the places he visits and is very realistic. Many children would be able to relate to what happens. ( )

I like this book for several reasons. One reason why I like this book is the character. Sebastian is a shy child who did not have much to say until he learned to roller skate by himself. A character like this can show children that some children are shy and do not talk much but that does not mean they are "weird" or not smart. Sebastian was also considerate at the end by thinking about how there may be other children that were shy like he was. Another reason why I like this book is the plot. The plot took us through many moments where adults were talking to Sebastian but he did not say much back because he was shy. This is something young children can relate to because some children are shy at a young age and are not sure what to say to adults. ( )

I really liked reading this book. I liked that plot of the story. A little boy was shy and always had so much to say but, could never say any of it. One day, when he found a pair of slates and started skating, something he never thought he could do, he felt a sense of bravery and was able to break away from his shyness and say all the things he could never say before. I like that children going through a similar situation can relate to Sebastian and hopefully overcome their shyness. I also liked the illustrations. I like that they were colorful and fun and expressed Sebastian's emotions throughout the story. ( )

In "Sebastian's Roller Skates," the big idea is that even a child who is very shy can become outgoing. I feel that many young children feel shy at times whether it is through day to day occurrences or at school. Sometimes, they need a little encouragement to get out there and be more sociable. This is just the book to give that little bit of encouragement because Sebastian himself is a shy child that doesn't like to speak to people and often looks down at the ground when spoken to. However, when he finds a pair of roller-skates in the park, he discovers something he really enjoys doing. Discovering this allows him to be more outgoing with first his neighbor, but eventually in all areas of his life, including school and with other classmates. I think the author did a great job of making the emotion of being shy something that kids can envision as something they will be able to get over.

This book is about Sebastian gaining self confidence. I enjoyed how the author developed the character throughout the book.

Sebastian is a young boy who is very shy and does not like to talk to other people. He finds a pair of roller skates and learns to skate. This makes him open up more and he begins to start talking. He leaves the skates where he found them so someone else can learn to skate like he did. This book is very elementary school children. ( )

Sebastian is a shy little boy and does not really talk to anyone, but when he finds a pair of roller skates everything changes. He works hard and learns to skate. Soon he is very talkative and leaves the skates where he found them so someone else can learn. It is a book about learning to accept who you are and be confident. This is a book for elementary age.

Sebastian is like most young children, lots to say but can's seem to get the words out. He finds a pair of skates in which he uses to learn.After much practice his confidence was up and he began to talk more. ( )