This story was so funny. I'm sure children would love hearing about the kitty that went bad, very bad. I also love how each food listed and each activ...moreThis story was so funny. I'm sure children would love hearing about the kitty that went bad, very bad. I also love how each food listed and each activity that Kitty did went along with the alphabet. It's a concept book inside a story book. Great idea!
This book could be used in kindergarten or preschool to teach the alphabet.(less)
This book explains the type of people who come when there is an emergency, and the type of transportation they use. For example, firefighters come whe...moreThis book explains the type of people who come when there is an emergency, and the type of transportation they use. For example, firefighters come when there's a fire, and they drive firetrucks, helicopters, or boats depending on where the fire is. This book would be good to read to young children (preschoolers) when you discuss what to do during emergencies. I liked this book because there are several parts that can lead into great discussions with your students.(less)
An extremely short and to the point picture book about how wool is cut off a lamb and made into mittens. Each page only consist of three to five words...moreAn extremely short and to the point picture book about how wool is cut off a lamb and made into mittens. Each page only consist of three to five words which makes it a great book for a kindergartener to read on his/her own. I would use this book to help students who are just beginning to read see the progress that they are making. It could help boost their confidence and hopefully encourage them to continue to work hard and practice reading so they can move onto even bigger books.(less)
I like this book of manners because its humorous. Whoopi Goldberg did a good job getting the point across in an interesting way. I would definitely re...moreI like this book of manners because its humorous. Whoopi Goldberg did a good job getting the point across in an interesting way. I would definitely recommend reading this aloud to young children rather allowing them to read it themselves because it's a little long. Each page has about 1-3 full paragraphs on it, so that could be overwhelming for a beginner reader. The book also contains a few large words as well. Children would be able to relate to this book well.(less)
I love this book! In the author's words, "[It] gives children the language for their emotions." I completely agree with Janan Cain, and I think she di...moreI love this book! In the author's words, "[It] gives children the language for their emotions." I completely agree with Janan Cain, and I think she did a fabulous job relaying the information in a way that children would understand and relate to. For example, being jealous because a parent is paying more attention to a younger sibling or being proud that they were able to dress themselves. I also liked how she explained the different emotions through poetry.
I would read this to younger children (preschoolers) to help them recognize emotions and understand them better.(less)
This rhyming concept book would be great to read to young children who are learning their alphabet. Not only does it teach kids the alphabet, but it a...moreThis rhyming concept book would be great to read to young children who are learning their alphabet. Not only does it teach kids the alphabet, but it also introduces them to a variety of animals that they may have never heard of. For example, the book refers to a yak, a warthog, an urchin, a quail, and a newt. I like how the author used these animals rather than just the ordinary animals, like dogs, cats, and rabbits. (less)
This book is unique. Each page consist of a letter from the alphabet, a child whose name begins with that letter, and a picture of an animal chasing t...moreThis book is unique. Each page consist of a letter from the alphabet, a child whose name begins with that letter, and a picture of an animal chasing the child whose name also begins with that letter. The reader is forced to guess what animal is chasing the child based on the picture and letter provided. I thought this was an interesting concept, but I don't like how the children are being chased by alligators, bears, and tigers. It's a little morbid. I also don't like a few of the animal choices made by the author (jackal, umbrella bird, and xoona mot.) I couldn't even figure out what the names of the animals were so doubt a six year old will be able to either. Luckly, it told you at the end what the animals were called. I did like, however, how the author made this book interactive by asking the reader what the animals' names were, and how she used multicultural names (Yoko, Sita, Takeshi, Pedro, etc.)
I would use this book during a read-aloud in a kindergarten class to help teach them the sounds of the alphabet. (less)
I totally see why this book received a Caldecott Honor because its incredible the amount of imagination and skill the author has. When I first picked...moreI totally see why this book received a Caldecott Honor because its incredible the amount of imagination and skill the author has. When I first picked up this book I thought the illustrations were photographs, but once I got a closer look I realized that the author painted each one. His details are so perfect and exact that the image looks real. Not only are the paintings fabulous, but they are what makes the book. There are no words just hidden letters within the pictures. I love how the author chose to use real life images. For example, you see a "Z" in a fire escape on the side of a building.
I would use this in a kindergarten classroom to show the kids how letters are all around us. This book can also help the students recognize and remember the shapes of capital letters. (less)
I didn't like this book because it didn't enforce the idea that the items added up to eleven. You had to count the items to know that they equaled ele...moreI didn't like this book because it didn't enforce the idea that the items added up to eleven. You had to count the items to know that they equaled eleven. This could be a good thing if you are wanting the child to practice counting. I personally just didn't feel that this book was very clear.
If I had to use this book, I would read it to a small group of pre-schoolers and allow them to count the number of items on the page.(less)
This book does a good job simply describing how there are different families with different family structures. Although it doesn't include every kind...moreThis book does a good job simply describing how there are different families with different family structures. Although it doesn't include every kind of family structure out there, it does show that it doesn't matter what your family looks like or who your family consist of. The important aspect of a family is love.(less)
A lovely way to help children learn to count and add. The rhyming sentences make it interesting as well as make it easier for children to read. I thin...moreA lovely way to help children learn to count and add. The rhyming sentences make it interesting as well as make it easier for children to read. I think many children would really enjoy hearing this book read to them and being able to see the collage illustrations. (less)
This is a wonderful book to read to children who are curious about snow or who may be learning about weather or snow. It breaks down the steps it take...moreThis is a wonderful book to read to children who are curious about snow or who may be learning about weather or snow. It breaks down the steps it takes to create snowflakes and informs the reader of the different types of snowflakes that can form in a child friendly manner. This is not a book that I would typically choose to read for entertainment because it's mostly informational. As a result I don't recommend if for children seven and younger because it may not be developmentally appropriate.(less)
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