I See, I See

by Robert Henderson

A book for one.
A book for two.
A book for different points of view.

This clever and colorful picture book of opposites will change the way you see things, literally. Turn the book upside down and your perspective alters: Left becomes right; high becomes low; empty becomes full! Great as a rhyming read-aloud, and even better with a friend, this book of two points of view begs to be shared and will immerse booklovers of all ages in a unique reading experience.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Storytime

48 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2019

About the author

Robert is a prolific non-graduate from a range of prestigious Australian Universities, failing to complete courses in areas as diverse as Media Studies (twice), English Literature, and Religion. He is also an actual graduate of Griffith University’s Queensland College of Art (QCA). At QCA, Robert was awarded the design medal for highest achievement in the Bachelor of Design program and invited back as a sessional tutor and lecturer in Visual Communication and Typography.

He currently works as Senior Communication Designer at a social justice organisation called Micah Projects using visual communication for community, not capital.

Robert is supported by a loving partner, who is an actor and voice artist, and two children aged four and five. They help him with his work and make sure he never has to eat a sandwich by himself.

Reviews

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dynamic interactive picture book. Read right way up and upside down - simultaneously if you please.

[Shane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really clever little book that can teach about perspective and seeing things from a different point of view. A bit of fun, a shared reading experience, a great conversation starter for significant issues.

[Karen Tyrrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book Giveaway "I See, I See" on Karen's ISO Book Show on YouTube with costumes and props.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsSvg...

[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

GREAT book for perspective taking.

[Millie May · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliantly clever!! Can’t wait to use this in my classroom!!

[Shelleyrae at Book'd Out · Rating 5 out of 5]

I See, I See by R. Henderson is a playful, rhyming, large square hardcover book. It has an unusual format that encourages a call-and-answer conversation between two readers, each of whom view the page from a different perspective when seated opposite from one another. I think this book would be particularly ideal for storytelling in a childcare, preschool, or school setting, but will also be a lot of fun for young children to explore alone, or with a friend.

[Lori Lewis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unique, interesting type of book! I can see younger kids (K-1) loving to read it with a partner and then take on the opposite role during a reread. It would be a great book for 2nd grade to introduce point of view/perspective.

[Chelsea Kapaun · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed the interesting new perspective in this book and that it is meant to share and read together.

[Steph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Soooo cool!!!

[Dimity Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

For my full review of this excellent book, please visit DIM'S re VIEWS at: http://dimswritestuff.blogspot.com/20...#

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two books in one, read from back to front, and back to front, and see how your perspective may change the outlook on the world around you.

[Er Kuan · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the unconventional picture book after a long while......very delightful.

[Cat Fithian · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clever idea. Best as a lap book, not so much for groups.

[Andrea Dale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deceptively simple, loads of fun and a great conversation starter about seeing the world from each other's perspective. My 5 year old's favourite book for a few weeks now.

[Marcie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Paired with Round Trip. Fun for choral read, even with fifth graders. I can see teachers having kids produce their own reversable pictures.

[Amanda Schwind · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED THIS BOOK! The concept is such a beautiful idea for partner reading and interaction. Also, what w beautiful way to teach not only opposites, but also different perspectives!

[Robin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Engaging

[Nicola · Rating 5 out of 5]

I hope he writes another book! My girl adores books but is reluctant to attempt reading. She loved the unique concept of this book and had a great go at reading along (a mix of reading the words, reading the pictures, and guessing based on patterns). It's a dynamic shared reading book where you sit on opposite sides of the book and there is text for each person to read (with primary text star'd); each person sees something different in the illustration - an entire book of clever optical illusions designed for young children!

Miss 5 and I like to explore different books and authors at the library, sometimes around particular topics or themes. We try to get different ones out every week or so; it's fun for both of us to have the variety and to look at a mix of new & favourite authors.

[Emilee Fendlay · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is in the genre of picture books for children and is intended for children around the age of 6-7. This book is an interactive book in which there are two readers for the book. Words face right way for one person and upside down for the other reader. I really liked the idea of this book because it allows students to work together to read. This book shows the opposite ways of the way people see things and how they think. I liked that because it shows that everyone sees things differently but no one is wrong in the situation. A good activity for kids to do with this could be something that has to do with opposites and understating them.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting simple picture book that can be shared to illustrate perspective or point of view. Illustrations are shown and you turn the book as you are reading to see the image in a different way. It's very clever. Can be read to show how we see things differently depending on our vantage point and could also be used in an art lesson/class/program as technique. This book reminds me of Duck! Rabbit! by Amy Krouse Rosenthall although done differently. There are some rhyming pages which are nice. I think this would work for young elementary kids and I would likely clip a couple pages that were not as interesting as others.... very nice overall!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

My kids loved the book. Their parents loved the book. “I See, I See” is a fun interactive book for 1, 2, or any number of readers (we did the girls and the boys with even numbers). Each page shows how there can be two different sides that people may view something happening (I.e. the glass full or empty) but everyone is able to participate during the reading of the story.

[Rebecca Sofferman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I could rate this more than 5 stars! Such an amazing book to teach perspective. I showed this to some of our special educators and they were blown away by the opportunities for read alongs and discussions. Highly recommended!

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just wonderful!!!

[Janice · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute picture book that requires two people to read. Fun to read with a friend and to see the other points of view.

[Alice · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars for this book about perspective

[Lara Bate · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book suitable for two readers. One person reads one side and the other person reads the other side.

[Anna Sibthorpe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book for early readers. Interactive reading between child and parent (or two young kids together). Beautiful, simple pictures that don't distract from the words. Clever and engaging.

[HoFan Express · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book , very enjoyable to read with my lil one. Definitely a book that can be reread time and time again.

[Kate Beger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book! I can’t wait for my granddaughter to be able to read her side!

[Chrissy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I considered this for an Opposites storytime, but it's a bit unwieldy for the groups I end up having in my programs. Still, it's a clever idea.