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AlphaOops!: The Day Z Went First
by
Alethea Kontis (Goodreads Author),
Bob Kolar
It's backwards! It's inside out! It's every letter for itself! This laugh-out-loud romp is not your average alphabet book!
Z is tired of always having to be last when the alphabet family lines up. He is demanding fair and equal treatment! The letters (more or less) agree to go backwards, but it's not long before P has some ideas of his own. And so does H, for that matter. I...more
Z is tired of always having to be last when the alphabet family lines up. He is demanding fair and equal treatment! The letters (more or less) agree to go backwards, but it's not long before P has some ideas of his own. And so does H, for that matter. I...more
Hardcover, 48 pages
Published
July 25th 2006
by Candlewick Press
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1. I would classify this book as an alphabet book.
2. This book is about some of the letters of the alphabet being tired of last in line so they mix up the order of the alphabet.
3. (a) This is a very accurate alphabet book. It created a story of letters in a way that the reader is also learning about the alphabet at the same time. It uses the letters and their story to teach the students the alphabet.
(b) This is a very appropriate alphabet book. The story makes the letters come to life and it...more
2. This book is about some of the letters of the alphabet being tired of last in line so they mix up the order of the alphabet.
3. (a) This is a very accurate alphabet book. It created a story of letters in a way that the reader is also learning about the alphabet at the same time. It uses the letters and their story to teach the students the alphabet.
(b) This is a very appropriate alphabet book. The story makes the letters come to life and it...more
A fun twist/variation of an alphabet book. The letters each have their own quirks and there are opportunities to discuss sharing, feelings, taking turns, etc. Bright illustrations, humorous dialogue, and side stories make this a great book!
Alpha Oops! The Day that Z Went First, by Alethea Kontis (Candlewick Press, 2006) p.44
Picturebook: Alphabet
Summary: In Alpha Oops! The letters of the alphabet speak up, especially Z and complain about their place in the Alphabet. Those at the end get tired of going last, so they all mix it up. There is some confusion and still things to complain about, but mixing things up sometimes is fun.
a) I think the interest level in this one is high. It is colorful and interesting because it is out of the...more
Picturebook: Alphabet
Summary: In Alpha Oops! The letters of the alphabet speak up, especially Z and complain about their place in the Alphabet. Those at the end get tired of going last, so they all mix it up. There is some confusion and still things to complain about, but mixing things up sometimes is fun.
a) I think the interest level in this one is high. It is colorful and interesting because it is out of the...more
I really enjoyed this book its a different way to over the alphabet. I wouldn't read this until the children are really comfortable with the correct way of the alphabet once they have it down this book is an awesome book to read at circle time to show that everything does not have to in he same order all the time but in the end it helps them realize that somethings are just meant to go in a certain order to keep things organized and flowing properly
In groups have children write the alphabet any...more
In groups have children write the alphabet any...more
Z is a bit tired of always being last and decides to take a stand, and demands that they do the alphabet in reverse .. at least that is supposed to be the plan. Seems some of the other letters have their own ideas of what order the letters should be in. The result is a hilarious comedy of letters, that will delight any child young or old.
The graphics are simple and colorful and complement the writing well. The illustrations of the letters remind me a little of the “Letter Factory” video by Leapf...more
The graphics are simple and colorful and complement the writing well. The illustrations of the letters remind me a little of the “Letter Factory” video by Leapf...more
Been reading this one as part of a lesson on alphabetical order. Would be better if I could do it with all the different "voices." Love it, though. Super cute and the illustrations are brilliant.
The true test is how many kids I have to say "No, you can't check this book out yet. I still have to read it to another class." So ... lots.
That means success. 8]
The true test is how many kids I have to say "No, you can't check this book out yet. I still have to read it to another class." So ... lots.
That means success. 8]
Letters of the alphabet squabble when Z demands to go first. Pretty funny. Z holds a sign that says "Fair and Equal Turns," a Zebra holds one saying "It's Our Turn," and Y has a sign asserting, "It's Time For Change." When things get a little hairy between Z and V, G syas, "Ooh, V is for violence." This alphabet book has character.
This is a great book for toddlers just learning the alphabet, and preschoolers who are familiar enough with the sequencing of the alphabet to catch on to the humor of the book, and the out of sequence letters. This is a great book to build letter knowledge, and there are also great words that can help build vocabulary.
It is a very funny book about the alphabet. In between the letters there are comments in rhyme. The younger kids might not get the funny side of it but it does emphasize not only the alphabet but the letter A
Chaos ensues when Z thinks that its time for him to go first in the alphabet for a change.
Chaos ensues when Z thinks that its time for him to go first in the alphabet for a change.
A cute little story about what might happen if Z demanded to go first in the alphabet. This would be a great one to read to little ones and talk about alphabetical order and also has lots of great words that start with different letters. Definitely a fun read aloud.
This is a fun book to use to assess the students alphabet skills. In this book the letter Z goes first and then Y. All the letters are all mixed up. The students will have fun trying to figure out which letter comes next.
I really liked this book. It wasnt just another typical alphabet book, in fact it even said that in the beginning! It mixed things up and added things...very clever, and good illustrations too!
This zany book is so witty and hilarious...it will help children keep in mind why order is important. Students can also relate to this book by association of class order.
Preread this in the library and have a feeling my alphaphile (there must be a word for that) will love it. A very fun take on the alphabet book.
What a fun book! It was fun for the kids and the parents to read. Plus it teaches the letters because they're not presented in order.
The entire family was sorry to see this one go back to the library. Kara could quote the entire thing, which was quite entertaining.
Rated and reviewed by Dylan, age 7
My favorite part was the end where A said all those words. It's very funny. I also liked the part where U's been in the bathroom since P took over.
My favorite part was the end where A said all those words. It's very funny. I also liked the part where U's been in the bathroom since P took over.
This was a cute alphabet book. It was a bit confusing with all the letters going out of order, but it had a fantastic ending.
Best Alphabet book ever! Favorite line is by the letter G, "Oh... V is for violence." Also, the kids as for it repeatedly.
Z is tired of going last and decides to shake things up a bit. Chaos ensues in this fantastic mix up of the alphabet.
The girls borrowed this from the library and it is truly an amazing book. Funny, cute... Great to read to the kiddos!
A silly story with fun and colorful illustrations about how mixed up the alphabet gets when they don't go in order.
What a fun book! We got it from the library and my girls had me read and reread it so many times.
Apr 29, 2012
Rachelccameron
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This was a great ABC book! Wonderful story and drawings... so much fun!
Both of my kids LOVE this book. My 3.5 year old thinks its hilarious that the letters aren't in order. My 1.5 year old loves the illustrations and recognizing things on each page. I love that it's fun enough that I don't mind reading it multiple times each day.
What a fun alphabet book. Laughed all the way through the book.
Cute! Guess what....I found an owl in this one also!!!!
So creative! Who knew the Alphabet could be so much fun!?!
Letters are tired of going in the same order, kinda boring
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