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Biscuit
Biscuit
Woof! Woof!
It's time for bed, but Biscuit wants to have a snack, and play, and hear stories. Will he ever go to sleep?
My First Reading Level. Or (My First I Can Read Book)
It's time for bed, but Biscuit wants to have a snack, and play, and hear stories. Will he ever go to sleep?
My First Reading Level. Or (My First I Can Read Book)
26 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1996
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About the author
Alyssa Satin Capucilli
276 books163 followersAlyssa Satin Capucilli was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1957. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College, and pursued her interest in dance, becoming a professional dancer and dance instructor. Though Capucilli had written stories, poems, and even puppet shows as a child, she didn't consider a career as a writer until after her own two children were born. To this day she sees herself as both a dancer and a writer, and the two professions complement each other nicely: dancing is, in her words, “telling stories in another way,” and readers of her children's books can attest to the rhythm of her language. Since 1994, she has written more than 15 books for children, and her work has been translated into French, Hebrew, Afrikaans, Greek, and Bulgarian.
Capucilli lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, with her husband and children. They have a chocolate Labrador retriever named Huckleberry, who likes to watch the author at work.
Capucilli lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, with her husband and children. They have a chocolate Labrador retriever named Huckleberry, who likes to watch the author at work.
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September 13, 2018
Really funny stories about puppy Biscuit. Make you smile every time.
January 10, 2020
SUPER FAST REVIEW:
Aww! How do you not love this book?
Okay so first I should note that there’s an edition of this book called Good Night, Biscuit.
I did some research (yeah, I didn’t see it on the cover at first and feel like an idiot) to find out this is the same book but for some reason that version (which is the version I read) isn’t listed on Goodreads (and I don’t know how to add more editions of a book).
Okay so the book itself! It’s so adorable and sweet! The little girl wants to go to bed but first needs to get her dog Biscuit to bed and Biscuit doesn’t want to yet so the little girl has to keep giving Biscuit whatever he wants.
I read this to my puppy, I found it very sweet and relatable (even if she walked out and went to the treat cupboard asking me for an actual biscuit). I also love the artwork.
Overall this book is too damn sweet! A cute, relatable story about an adorable puppy and the art is just wonderful! Also the ending couldn’t be better.
I love it so much!
5/5
Aww! How do you not love this book?
Okay so first I should note that there’s an edition of this book called Good Night, Biscuit.
I did some research (yeah, I didn’t see it on the cover at first and feel like an idiot) to find out this is the same book but for some reason that version (which is the version I read) isn’t listed on Goodreads (and I don’t know how to add more editions of a book).
Okay so the book itself! It’s so adorable and sweet! The little girl wants to go to bed but first needs to get her dog Biscuit to bed and Biscuit doesn’t want to yet so the little girl has to keep giving Biscuit whatever he wants.
I read this to my puppy, I found it very sweet and relatable (even if she walked out and went to the treat cupboard asking me for an actual biscuit). I also love the artwork.
Overall this book is too damn sweet! A cute, relatable story about an adorable puppy and the art is just wonderful! Also the ending couldn’t be better.
I love it so much!
5/5
October 1, 2015
This endearing and precious book offers as a great tool to utilize as a book a student can read completely by themselves, acting as a confident booster! The story is of a puppy named Biscuit and refers to getting read for bed. The little girl in the book repeats the phrase, "Time for Bed, Biscuit!" but the puppy asks for something different on each page, for example, a snack, drink, or his blanket. The genre of this book is k-4 and I would strongly recommend this for a Kindergarten/ 1st grade. The words on a page are limited, but it does carry a theme of reaching the ultimate goal of finally going to bed. I rated this book 5 stars due to the great exposure from having a child receive a positive interaction with a book they read solely themselves. It is important to set a foundationally stable structure for reading and it is equally important for the interaction to be associated with a memorable one. The dominate themes carried throughout the book include, questioning when Biscuit will go to bed. Predicating what Biscuit will ask for next is a good bases for seeking if the child acknowledges the pattern presented throughout.
April 2, 2018
I remember reading the Biscuit books as a child...Happy memories. :)
December 4, 2021
I am so not the audience for this.
That said, this would be a great title for kids who are just starting to read on their own. The text is extremely simple, highlighting a "story" about a little dog who wants to do all sorts of things... except go to bed. The illustrations are lovely, and the dog is very cute.
Overall, this is a great read-aloud title for toddlers or a good book to start with for young school-age children who are wanting to read books all by themselves. For anyone older than that, though, the only appeal will be the cute pictures of the puppy.
That said, this would be a great title for kids who are just starting to read on their own. The text is extremely simple, highlighting a "story" about a little dog who wants to do all sorts of things... except go to bed. The illustrations are lovely, and the dog is very cute.
Overall, this is a great read-aloud title for toddlers or a good book to start with for young school-age children who are wanting to read books all by themselves. For anyone older than that, though, the only appeal will be the cute pictures of the puppy.
September 16, 2018
I think this book is so good for students who have a hard time learning because it is very repetitive. My students wanted to read this book every day! They loved this book especially the dog Biscuit was in it too. I loved reading the book to them because I enjoyed watching their joyful reaction to each page. Reading may be hard for some children, but when they use their imagination is never an issue.
September 20, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. I recommend it to be read to young children and children who are learning how to read. The story is simple and easy-to-read, but its still enjoyable. The illustrations are really colorful. I also like how the illustrator put the objects on the page without a background. Children can also relate to this story because the puppy is very needy before going to bed, like most children are. Biscuit is so cute that it will make you want to buy a puppy.
September 12, 2019
My children absolutely adore this book. Reading literature is so important to the development of a child's mind, and I cannot think of thing I would rather do then sit down to read to them in the evenings. Imagination and growth are so vital in those so young.
February 29, 2016
My little one loves it.
June 15, 2023
This is my dog
August 5, 2023
Super sweet, with nice repetitions, short sentences and very easy vocab to provide some feeling of success for young learners of reading or of English. The 9-year-old was able to translate almost every expression, highly recommended for a confidence boost.
August 7, 2023
cant believe we did all that for him to put the blanket on the floor
June 26, 2022
This dog Biscuit WILL NOT go to bed. Literally this chick tried to get him to go to bed and he was just super demanding the whole time. I could not think of a more needy main character if I tried.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 27, 2017
This is a beginning reader book that stars a cute pup with a mind of his own. He is funny and a favorite character to many young children. Biscuit wants to play and eat when it is bedtime, silly pup.
I have always loved reading these from when I was younger and how simplistic stories like this help kids read by targeting words they are learning and building on them to build their fluency and understanding.
I would have students start with this series when reading. We would begin by reading together and then they could read them on their own pace and level. I would get a reading buddy like Biscuit that the students could take turns taking home with them each weekend. Students would have their own experiences with Biscuit and write about it in the Biscuit Adventures Journal that each student would take home during their weekend. This would build on their writing skills tying into what they have read about Biscuit.
I have always loved reading these from when I was younger and how simplistic stories like this help kids read by targeting words they are learning and building on them to build their fluency and understanding.
I would have students start with this series when reading. We would begin by reading together and then they could read them on their own pace and level. I would get a reading buddy like Biscuit that the students could take turns taking home with them each weekend. Students would have their own experiences with Biscuit and write about it in the Biscuit Adventures Journal that each student would take home during their weekend. This would build on their writing skills tying into what they have read about Biscuit.
March 18, 2019
Grade Level: PreK- 1st
Genre: Contemporary Realistic
I really enjoyed reading Biscuit and thought it was a really cute story about a sweet little puppy who does not want to go to bed! I think this a great book for children who are just starting to read, as the vocabulary was fairly simple and the story was easy to comprehend.
January 21, 2021
There are some books that my eldest grandson wants to hear over and over again. This is one of them. Biscuit the dog wants everything our kiddos want before he goes to sleep, especially a cuddle. :-)
Because there is a repetitive refrain throughout, young ones can help by answering the “Woof, woof” part.
Because there is a repetitive refrain throughout, young ones can help by answering the “Woof, woof” part.
January 24, 2019
Soooo cute!!!!! :D
May 27, 2022
I love the entire Biscuit series! I have fond memories of my humans reading these to me when I was a puppy. In fact, my humans called me Biscuit for the first three days after they brought me home but they decided it wasn’t quite right for me.
August 7, 2023
carry on
September 8, 2023
This is the first book Elliot read to me with very minimal help and it was so cute.
January 11, 2025
I haven’t read this book in years but all of these books were literally my favorite thing in the world!
March 17, 2017
Title: Biscuit (World of Biscuit Beginning Reader)
Author: Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Illustrator: Pat Schories
Genre: Early Reader
Theme(s): Dog, Bedtime
Opening line/sentence: “This is Biscuit”
Brief Book Summary: It's time for Biscuit to go to bed, but he isn't tired! As soon as he barks, his owner gets him want he wants. From playing, to a snack, to going outside, however, even after he gets that, he is still not tired. Finally, when his owner is about to go to bed, Biscuit curls up besides her and falls asleep too.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1:
Marilyn Courtot (Children’s Literature)
“The start of early readers, Biscuit, the little yellow puppy, is like most kids, he does not want to stop playing and go to bed. His mistress does all the usual things – she gives him a snack, a drink of water, reads a story, finds his blanket and doll and even provides a hug and a kiss. It is to no avail. Biscuit will not stay in his bed. He wants another kiss and a hug and most of all he does not want to be left alone. He ends up sleeping on part of his mistress quilt at the foot of her bed. It is a cute story and young kids will relate to Biscuit, but it is unlikely that they will sleep on the floor at the foot of their parents bed. Since the text was originally published in an early reader, it makes a longer than usual board book. The added feature is the fuzzy image of Biscuit on the cover with a sign that says Pet Me!”
Professional Recommendation/Review #2:
Llene Cooper (Booklist)
“Part of the My First I Can Read Book series, this very simply book introduces a puppy named Biscuit, who is small and yellow and makes his needs known by barking “Woof! Woof!” At least his young owner thinks she can interpret his barks, but sometimes Biscuit has his own ideas. This does just what it’s supposed to – it offers an appealing story with a minimum of words that will encourage new readers. The very simple, good—size pictures depict the heart of the action. A sweet entry to reading.”
Response to Two Professional Reviews:
Both reviewers write about the simplicity of the book Biscuit. This friendly, yellow dog doesn’t want to go to bed, so he keeps barking at his owner and distracting her so he can stay up. The writing style is very basic and great for early readers. This beginning book is a great start for early readers, because who doesn’t love a cute, puppy?
Evaluation of Literary Elements:
The humble pictures help depict the writing within the story. By having pictures of everything Biscuit is asking for, the reader can follow along with the story without fully reading all the words. This also makes it easier for the reader to comprehend. The writing style also includes a lot of repetition and basic words, guiding the reader to follow patterns and sound more fluid when reading.
Consideration of Instructional Application:
One activity to do with my students is have them practice saying commonly used words in the books. I could cover specific words that are repeated throughout this book, such as “time” or “wants”. Then I could have the class echo the word to see if they understand and can read them. Another activity the students could do is dramatize the story. For instance, they could act out what Biscuit is doing, and what he may do the next morning to practice their predictive skills.
Author: Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Illustrator: Pat Schories
Genre: Early Reader
Theme(s): Dog, Bedtime
Opening line/sentence: “This is Biscuit”
Brief Book Summary: It's time for Biscuit to go to bed, but he isn't tired! As soon as he barks, his owner gets him want he wants. From playing, to a snack, to going outside, however, even after he gets that, he is still not tired. Finally, when his owner is about to go to bed, Biscuit curls up besides her and falls asleep too.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1:
Marilyn Courtot (Children’s Literature)
“The start of early readers, Biscuit, the little yellow puppy, is like most kids, he does not want to stop playing and go to bed. His mistress does all the usual things – she gives him a snack, a drink of water, reads a story, finds his blanket and doll and even provides a hug and a kiss. It is to no avail. Biscuit will not stay in his bed. He wants another kiss and a hug and most of all he does not want to be left alone. He ends up sleeping on part of his mistress quilt at the foot of her bed. It is a cute story and young kids will relate to Biscuit, but it is unlikely that they will sleep on the floor at the foot of their parents bed. Since the text was originally published in an early reader, it makes a longer than usual board book. The added feature is the fuzzy image of Biscuit on the cover with a sign that says Pet Me!”
Professional Recommendation/Review #2:
Llene Cooper (Booklist)
“Part of the My First I Can Read Book series, this very simply book introduces a puppy named Biscuit, who is small and yellow and makes his needs known by barking “Woof! Woof!” At least his young owner thinks she can interpret his barks, but sometimes Biscuit has his own ideas. This does just what it’s supposed to – it offers an appealing story with a minimum of words that will encourage new readers. The very simple, good—size pictures depict the heart of the action. A sweet entry to reading.”
Response to Two Professional Reviews:
Both reviewers write about the simplicity of the book Biscuit. This friendly, yellow dog doesn’t want to go to bed, so he keeps barking at his owner and distracting her so he can stay up. The writing style is very basic and great for early readers. This beginning book is a great start for early readers, because who doesn’t love a cute, puppy?
Evaluation of Literary Elements:
The humble pictures help depict the writing within the story. By having pictures of everything Biscuit is asking for, the reader can follow along with the story without fully reading all the words. This also makes it easier for the reader to comprehend. The writing style also includes a lot of repetition and basic words, guiding the reader to follow patterns and sound more fluid when reading.
Consideration of Instructional Application:
One activity to do with my students is have them practice saying commonly used words in the books. I could cover specific words that are repeated throughout this book, such as “time” or “wants”. Then I could have the class echo the word to see if they understand and can read them. Another activity the students could do is dramatize the story. For instance, they could act out what Biscuit is doing, and what he may do the next morning to practice their predictive skills.
February 8, 2020
A cute book and it helps you go to bed. 💕
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October 13, 2015Title: Biscuit
Author: Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Illustrator:
Genre: Online book
Theme(s): Persistence, caring for animals
Opening line/sentence: This is biscuit.
Brief Book Summary: This book is about a dog named Biscuit whose owner is trying to get him to fall asleep. Every time they try to get him to fall asleep he wants something else. Eventually his owner lets him cuddle in her blanket and Biscuit falls asleep.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1:
Judy Katsch (Children’s Literature)
Part of a beginning reading series called “My First I Can Read Book.” this little gem proves that, in the hand of a craftsman, a limited vocabulary book can tell a real story that is of real interest to its readers. Biscuit is a puppy who has just as much trouble getting ready for sleep as his young human companion does. The full color pictures by the award-winning illustrator, beguile, while the repetitive text entices young readers to read.
Professional Recommendation/Review #2:
Ilene Cooper (Booklist, Aug. 1996)
Part of the My First I Can Read Book series, this very simple book introduces a puppy named Biscuit, who is small and yellow and makes his needs known by barking, “Woof! Woof!” At least his young owner thinks she can interpret his barks, but sometimes Biscuit has his own ideas. This does just what it’s supposed to-it offers an appealing story with a minimum of words that will encourage new readers. The very simple, good-size pictures depict the heart of the action. A sweet entry to reading.
Response to Two Professional Reviews: Both reviews support this book in terms of age appropriateness and say how well of an introduction the book is into reading for young children. They say it’s relatable to the children who will read it, and this makes them want to read it more. The reviews were positive and recommend the book to young readers.
Evaluation of Literary Elements: This book is meant for young readers, so the words on each page are short and easy to understand. The illustrations are also kept relatively basic. Even the youngest of readers can pick out what’s going on and can read the pages because there aren’t distractions with the pictures or tough words.
Consideration of Instructional Application: Because of the young age this book is directed towards, students can be given a cutout of biscuit to design or be given a blank “comic strip” type of paper where they could illustrate what biscuit does in a day. Then they can talk about their dog they designed. Students could also do a puppet show using puppy puppets and act out what happened in the story.
Author: Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Illustrator:
Genre: Online book
Theme(s): Persistence, caring for animals
Opening line/sentence: This is biscuit.
Brief Book Summary: This book is about a dog named Biscuit whose owner is trying to get him to fall asleep. Every time they try to get him to fall asleep he wants something else. Eventually his owner lets him cuddle in her blanket and Biscuit falls asleep.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1:
Judy Katsch (Children’s Literature)
Part of a beginning reading series called “My First I Can Read Book.” this little gem proves that, in the hand of a craftsman, a limited vocabulary book can tell a real story that is of real interest to its readers. Biscuit is a puppy who has just as much trouble getting ready for sleep as his young human companion does. The full color pictures by the award-winning illustrator, beguile, while the repetitive text entices young readers to read.
Professional Recommendation/Review #2:
Ilene Cooper (Booklist, Aug. 1996)
Part of the My First I Can Read Book series, this very simple book introduces a puppy named Biscuit, who is small and yellow and makes his needs known by barking, “Woof! Woof!” At least his young owner thinks she can interpret his barks, but sometimes Biscuit has his own ideas. This does just what it’s supposed to-it offers an appealing story with a minimum of words that will encourage new readers. The very simple, good-size pictures depict the heart of the action. A sweet entry to reading.
Response to Two Professional Reviews: Both reviews support this book in terms of age appropriateness and say how well of an introduction the book is into reading for young children. They say it’s relatable to the children who will read it, and this makes them want to read it more. The reviews were positive and recommend the book to young readers.
Evaluation of Literary Elements: This book is meant for young readers, so the words on each page are short and easy to understand. The illustrations are also kept relatively basic. Even the youngest of readers can pick out what’s going on and can read the pages because there aren’t distractions with the pictures or tough words.
Consideration of Instructional Application: Because of the young age this book is directed towards, students can be given a cutout of biscuit to design or be given a blank “comic strip” type of paper where they could illustrate what biscuit does in a day. Then they can talk about their dog they designed. Students could also do a puppet show using puppy puppets and act out what happened in the story.
September 27, 2018
Biscuit is about a small, yellow dog. The owner of Biscuit is a young girl with brown hair in a pink robe. The little girl is trying to get Biscuit to go to bed. Biscuit wants to play instead of go to bed. The little girl continues to try and get Biscuit to go to bed but he wants a snack, drink, and bedtime story. When he finally gets into his bed, he begs for his blanket and doll. When the little girl leaves, Biscuit follows her up to her room for another hug and kiss. I’ll leave it at that so I don’t spoil what happens in the end.
I thought this book was fun to read. I really liked this book because it was about a dog and I really like reading about dogs. This book is a fun book for kids to read because they enjoy reading books when animals are involved. The illustrations in this book were very creative and interesting to look at. I would 100% have this book in my classroom because I think my students would love it. This book has realism in it because the illustrations look like any ordinary life and real. This book also contains some cartoon in it. Although it looks very real, some of it has cartoon like features. They work together to create meaning by making the illustrations look life like and cartoon like.
I thought this book was fun to read. I really liked this book because it was about a dog and I really like reading about dogs. This book is a fun book for kids to read because they enjoy reading books when animals are involved. The illustrations in this book were very creative and interesting to look at. I would 100% have this book in my classroom because I think my students would love it. This book has realism in it because the illustrations look like any ordinary life and real. This book also contains some cartoon in it. Although it looks very real, some of it has cartoon like features. They work together to create meaning by making the illustrations look life like and cartoon like.
November 25, 2017
Summary: Throughout this story, students realize that Biscuit is always up for new adventures. He loves to have snacks, play, hear stories so much that it can be questioned whether or not he will ever go to bed.
Evaluation: I gave this book an overall rating of a 5. I think this book is very appropriate for beginning readers. There are a necessary around of words on each page, and the illustrations in the book are also very appropriate for the readers because they can easily be used to help the reader understand what the text is saying.
Teaching Point: I think I would use this book as a resource to teach sight words in kindergarten. This book has many typical sight words that you may see in kindergarten. I think I would use this book to have students read in groups of 2-3 then I would ask my students to write down a sight word every time they saw a different one. At the end of the time they spent reading, I would ask my students to try their hardest to make sentences using the sight words.
Evaluation: I gave this book an overall rating of a 5. I think this book is very appropriate for beginning readers. There are a necessary around of words on each page, and the illustrations in the book are also very appropriate for the readers because they can easily be used to help the reader understand what the text is saying.
Teaching Point: I think I would use this book as a resource to teach sight words in kindergarten. This book has many typical sight words that you may see in kindergarten. I think I would use this book to have students read in groups of 2-3 then I would ask my students to write down a sight word every time they saw a different one. At the end of the time they spent reading, I would ask my students to try their hardest to make sentences using the sight words.
February 4, 2017
Just as cute as I remember. Biscuit is your average pup. Biscuit eats, drinks, sleeps and cuddles. Although it is time for bed you can’t say no to such a cute pup. I give biscuit 4 stars because it is an easy follow along book for beginning readers.
There is plenty of repetition so each time around only about 3-5 new words are added. The illustrations are all on a white background so the colors pop out at me. There are also no adults featured in the book, meaning a small child is the only one pictured. This could show new and young pet owners how to care for a life that depends on your efforts to survive.
I would introduce Biscuit to a first grade class during a pets lesson. As some share their pet stories those without a pet will get to read about a child like them who has a puppy. Overall they learn that animals are living beings who need love just like them.
There is plenty of repetition so each time around only about 3-5 new words are added. The illustrations are all on a white background so the colors pop out at me. There are also no adults featured in the book, meaning a small child is the only one pictured. This could show new and young pet owners how to care for a life that depends on your efforts to survive.
I would introduce Biscuit to a first grade class during a pets lesson. As some share their pet stories those without a pet will get to read about a child like them who has a puppy. Overall they learn that animals are living beings who need love just like them.
October 2, 2017
Biscuit is a book about a dog named Biscuit who needs to go to bed. Biscuit is very hesitant to go to bed because he has a lot of things he wants to do instead of go to bed. The list includes eating, drinking, snuggling, hugging, kissing, and being tucked in, and then he wants to do these things all over again. Biscuits owner does all of these things for her dog but Biscuit is not satisfied because he is feeling playful. After his owner goes to bed, Biscuit eventually snuggles up at the foot pf her bed and goes to sleep too.
This book was super easy to read, and was not complex at all. I liked the book because I felt like it represented what a puppy is actually like very well. I would have this book in a classroom of first or second graders for them to practice their reading with.
This book was super easy to read, and was not complex at all. I liked the book because I felt like it represented what a puppy is actually like very well. I would have this book in a classroom of first or second graders for them to practice their reading with.
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