What Am I?

by Margaret Hillert, Sharon Elzaurdia (Illustrator)

Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3.

30 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

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

This “Beginning to Read” title by Margaret Hillert features riddles for emerging readers. Simple sentences and drawings give clues to various familiar items. The answers are revealed on succeeding pages with simple sentences and drawings. Keen eyes may spy the answers on the cover. Bright updated illustrations add visual appeal. The simple sentences and repetitive vocabulary are intended for beginning readers. The appended reading reinforcement activities that are a mainstay of Hillert titles serve to help parents, teachers or caregivers enrich the reading experience. The title is suited to budding readers eager to practice their skills and fluency and gain confidence.