My First

by Eva Montanari

Desperately wanting a doll for her birthday present, Alice prepares for the new arrival with great care, but when she receives something else from her parents, Alice must find a way to accept the surprise gift with equal grace and appreciation.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fiction

32 pages, Hardcover

First published November 12, 2007

Reviews

[Sasha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Um so I love the message of story and it has some super cute details but I just can't with the illustrations. Maybe it's because she's an Italian illustrator and I don't get finer European things? I just don't think this would be a good fit for a lot of kids. Creepy stuff!

[Gracie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was not at all what I was expecting, but I really liked it. I enjoyed the illustrations that went along with the story. I would use this in first, second, and third grades. It could be used to teach a lesson on not always getting what you want and the importance of a book and all it can do. It can also teach children not to be materialistic in a way, which is a bigger issue in todays society.

[Moriah Keen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was not at all what I was thinking. I am glad I read it because I really enjoyed it. This book could be used for first through third grade. It could be used to teach children to be grateful for the gifts that they receive. It also can be used to encourage students to read more books.

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book for librarians and book lovers!

[Tina B · Rating 4 out of 5]

"books, dolls, girls, girl gets a book instead of a baby doll"