Bella Gets Her Skates on Spl

by Ian Whybrow

A wintertime confidence-booster

When Daddy Rabbit suggests skating on the frozen lake, Bella’s big brother and sister are excited. But little Bella is nervous. What if she falls over and everyone laughs at her? Gently encouraged by the others, Bella gains confidence and steps out onto the ice—and discovers that she loves skating! A wonderful book to share with any child who ever has lacked confidence in his or her ability to step out into the world—and have fun!

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, 1st Grade, Fiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Ian Whybrow is a British writer of children's books, first published in 1989. He has written over 100 books for children, has been translated into 27 languages and is published in 28 countries. His books are humorous and range from picture books to novels, short stories and poetry.

Reviews

[Les Wilson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice seasonal story, though I’ve never liked snow myself.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This beautifully illustrated short story follows Bella, Ben, Sophie and Daddy Rabbit. Daddy Rabbit gives his three children different nicknames that reflect prominent aspects of their personalities. There is Ben, or Big Brother Rushabout. There is Sophie, or Big Sister Tidypaws. And finally, there is Bella, or Little Baby Not-Sure. One day Daddy Rabbit decides that they should go ice skating. Ben and Sophie are excited at this idea whereas poor little Bella is very frightened! She is unable to eat her breakfast because she is so worried! The story follows Bella overcoming her fears by approaching them little by little. At the end of the story she realises that she loves ice skating and is so glad that she tried it and now she can't wait to go back tomorrow! This story promotes a great message to children. It is best to take a risk and try something to see if you like it!

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is such a sweet book! It's all about Bella and her older siblings as they are invited by their Daddy to go skating - but little Bella is feeling nervous.

The message is all about confidence boosting for the target audience, about trying something new and getting along with your siblings - what more can you ask for?

I particularly liked the fact there was no mummy bunny involved in the story: it was nice to see a book where the children are spending quality time with their daddy!

[Jenna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kirjassa seikkailee suloinen pupu-perhe talvisten askareiden parissa. Isä pupu on antanut mielestään hellyyttävät lempinimet lapsilleen, joskin allekirjoittanut nimittäisi sitä enemmin nimittelyksi tai suoranaiseksi kiusaamiseksi. Salla-pupu oppii kuin oppiikin luistelemaan ja löytää itsestään uusia piirteitä "arkajalkana" olemisen lisäksi. Ihana tarina kasvamisesta ja uusien piirteiden löytämisestä, jota hieman varjostaa isä Pupun nimittely.

[Holly Marriott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this sweet book!! Read it to a little one for her bedtime story and it is perfect for just that. Such sweet sentiment and lovely illustrations! Perfect for bedtime reading to children.

[Sarah Threlkeld · Rating 2 out of 5]

Cute idea, but I couldn’t get past the father calling Bella Little Baby Not-Sure for half the book. Yikes!

[Tracey- Jo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute read , my goddaughter will love this . I’m going through a load of books given to me for her and my nephew .

[Liz Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book as it has a theme of resilience and being brave even when you think you can’t do something!

[Dorthe Svendsen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helt ok, ingen høydare!

[Christine Turner · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Daddy Rabbit suggests skating on the frozen lake, little Bella is nervous. What if she falls over and everyone laughs at her? A wonderful book to share with any child who ever has lacked confidence in his or her ability to step out into the world and have fun.



Subjects

Rabbits
Ice Skating
Winter
Feelings - Worry
Courage
Sledding

This book worked well in family storytime when I had a bit older crowd. It may not work if you had a bunch of toddlers, but really it depends on the group.

[Kim · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bella worries a lot - especially when it comes to trying something new. Her father convinces her to try ice skating and it turns out she likes it. good for winter olympic storytime and also about being brave

[Jesika La Bryer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Copyright 2007
This is a really cute book talking about confidence. Bella is scared to go ice skating with her dad, big sister and big brother. The illustrations are very heart warming and cute. Through some positive talk, Bella laces up her skates and ice skates!

[Tricia · Rating 2 out of 5]

story concept is cute (rabbit afraid to go skating with her siblings) but the words don't flow very well when reading.

[Sharlet Mullen · Rating 4 out of 5]

the pictures in this book are very soft and cute. The father bunny is the best father ever. Bella's nickname change through out the book and tells the story. Great confidence builder book.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.