Big heart. Big dreams.
Too-Tall Foyle is a boy from a small Caribbean island who feels too tall, too shy and too different. Then he finds a game that helps him stand tall. Inspired by NBA veteran Adonal Foyle's real childhood on Canouan.
Stories for kids who are still growing into themselves
Every book follows Foyle as he learns that the things that make him different are the things that make him great.
Finds His Game
Foyle feels too tall, a little shy and unsure where he fits, until a basketball changes everything.
Makes the Team
Tryouts are harder than Foyle expected. With help from his coach and teammates, he learns great players aren't perfect. They keep showing up.
Learns His Alphabet
An A to Z adventure with Foyle and friends. Every letter comes with bright pictures and a positive message for early readers.
Five lessons that help kids stand tall
Self-confidence
Feeling proud of who you are, height and all.
Teamwork
Big things happen when we lift each other up.
Resilience
Missed shots are part of the game. Keep shooting.
Empathy & Leadership
Leading with kindness, on and off the court.
Love of Reading
Reading together builds big hearts and big vocabularies.
Foyle is Adonal.
Adonal Foyle grew up on Canouan, a tiny island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He studied by kerosene lamp, carried water from the river and rode a donkey to school. His height made him feel different, and his village had no basketball court. Then a visiting coach saw what he could become.
At 15 he left home to chase an education in the United States. He went on to Colgate University, the NBA and a life spent helping kids believe in themselves.
Bring Adonal to your readers
Live and virtual author visits for schools, libraries, camps and literacy festivals. Recommended for grades K to 5.
- A live reading from the Too-Tall Foyle series
- The true story of his journey from Canouan to the NBA
- Q&A time for students and families
- Encouragement to embrace what makes them unique