Yo No, Yo No/ Not I, Not I (Beginning-to-read)

Beginning-To-Read

by Margaret Hillert, Bert Dodson (Illustrations)

An easy to read fairy tale, in English and Spanish, about the Little Red Hen who looks for help with her crop. Beginning-to-Read books foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying classic fairy tale stories. Full-color and updated illustrations included. Reading reinforcement activities and a word list in the back of the book. Activities focus on foundational, language and reading skills. Perfect for an early introduction to Spanish or for ESL.

Genres: 1st Grade, Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1950

About the author

Margaret Hillert has written over 80 books for children who are just learning to read. Her books have been translated into many languages and have helped children throughout the world learn to read. She first started writing poetry as a child and has continued to write for children and adults throughout her life. As a first grade teacher, Margaret realized that the books available for students just learning to read were beyond their comprehension. She then began to write her easy readers and poetry for children. Her first collection of poetry Farther Than Far was published in 1969. Her many awards include the Chicago Children's Reading Round Table Annual Award for outstanding contributions to the field of children's literature. Other honors include the David W. Longe Prize and the Michigan Bookwoman of the Year Award. A teacher for 34 years, she is now retired and lives in Michigan where she continues to write stories and poetry.

Reviews

[Michael Fitzgerald · Rating 2 out of 5]

Controlled vocabulary at its worst. 44 words for boredom.

[Netaniel Dempster · Rating 5 out of 5]

The pig, the cat and the rooster were not being nice to the hen and her little chick. They wasn't being nice to her because they weren't being helpful.They weren't being helpful because she was telling them that she needed help to do something and they said Not I, Not I, Not I. They said not I because they didn't want to help her. First, she wanted to make the wheat get big. Second, she wanted help with picking the wheat.

[Smoot M.L. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Based on the story and very simple to read. Still captures the magic of the story of life's troubles and goodness. Beginners readers will find it easy to read and understand. Enjoyable book that you want to read over and over again. Pictures are inviting and colorful. Students will build confidence by reading the book.

[Courtney · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading a good, clean children's book is something that the entire family can always enjoy. Sometimes, however, I just wish they had a little more substance to them.

[Mely · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read in Spanish. Great for an emerging reader.

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

This “Fairy Tales and Folklore” title by Margaret Hillert retells the story of “The Little Red Hen” for beginning readers. The basic premise is there: Little Red Hen looks for help with her crop. But the rigid vocabulary of this condensed version makes for a rather stilted read. However, new readers will still absorb the lesson of the original: those who don’t help don’t deserve the rewards. The simple sentences and repetition are designed for beginning readers. The format and bright updated cartoon illustrations will appeal to the intended audience. The appended reading reinforcement activities that are a mainstay of Hillert titles serve to help parents, teachers or caregivers enrich the reading experience. The titles are more suited for beginning reading practice than actual introduction to classic fairy tales.

[Jill Robinson]

Why is it so expensive????? I bought this book last year and paid 4.99. I wanted a few more for my classroom but not a 50 dollars.