Oh, the things you can say from A-Z: Learn about big and little letters

by Linda Hayward

In this booklet from the Dr. Seuss Beginner Fun series, children can explore the big and little letters from A to Z. Seussian illustrations, adapted from the classic books, help teach the letters and words that begin with them. Exercises include crossing out words that don't begin with the correct letter; underlining or circling the appointed letter; or simply practicing writing both the uppercase and lowercase letters. There's also fun to be had with each of the 19 stickers matches a word, such as "owl" or "pig," and the child must figure out which sticker belongs with each word. This activity book is an enjoyable and friendly way for children to learn the alphabet and practice early-reading skills. (Preschool to grade 1)

Genres: Childrens

31 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Linda was born in California’s Central Valley, but raised and schooled in south Alabama, during the turbulent 1960’s. Married to her high school sweetheart, she and Tom have two grandchildren, Georgia and Joshua, who give her plenty of ideas for writing children’s stories.

Her first book in the series, “Marshall Visit’s the Hospital,” Marshall leads children around a sometimes scary world, showing them there’s nothing to be afraid of in instances of doctor visits or the possibilities of staying in a hospital. In subsequent books, Marshall will show there are responsibilities to be met as a contributor to the family: caring for pets, helping others, volunteering one’s time, and even accepting a new baby into the household. It is hoped that Marshall will teach children about their world in a fun and entertaining way. The reality is, they may at sometime need to protect themselves against strangers and bullies. Marshall is here to help build their self-confidence and not make them afraid to stand up for themselves.

Marshall, will also teach the importance of staying healthy and seeing the fun in fitness.

It is Linda’s hope that children from the ages three to eight can relate and benefit from Marshall and his friend’s experiences.

Her first in a series, MARSHALL VISITS the HOSPITAL, was published and released in October 2008. Linda has worked in childcare development and has been a teacher’s assistant to first graders. She has written several short stories, for Ben Romero’s book, CHICKEN FLUFF AND OTHER STUFF, and for author, Janice Stevens’ anthology, STORIES OF SERVICE. She is currently working on a history project for the Clovis Unified School District, to be published and released in 2009.