Good Morning, Sam

Sam

by Marie-Louise Gay

Stella’s little brother Sam stars in this delightful new picture book by Marie-Louise Gay.
"I’ll help you get dressed," said Stella.
"No," said Sam. "I can do it by myself."
But Sam takes a roundabout route to getting dressed and, as usual, his big sister Stella is there to help… but this time Sam has the last laugh.
Vibrant and humorous, Marie-Louise Gay’s stories and pictures explore the endearing, intimate scenes of young childhood.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Family

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Marie-Louise Gay is the illustrator of many award-winning children's books. She is from Montreal, Canada.

Reviews

[Lydia Willcock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rating: 3.5 stars

Cute and funny story. Would make a great read-aloud for very young children.

[Katja Labonté · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars & 4/10 hearts. I think this one is my favourite book to read aloud to my siblings. It’s just so FUN! The tones and inflexions are so fun to play on and change up each time I read it. It’s such a simple book, but so true-to-life and just plain fun. Reading it aloud properly really brings it to life, and by changing up your tone each time you change the story a little. Try it! It’s grand fun. ;)

A Favourite Humorous Quote: “‘Stella! Now my shoes are lost!’
“‘Did you look everywhere, Sam?’
“‘Yes,’ said Sam.
“‘Did you look in the closet?’ asked Stella.”

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don't kid yourself, Goodreaders.

This children's book may seem to be about clothing, but it has a whole lot to say about:

* Power struggles between Sam and his big sister Stella.
* Trying really hard to learn a new skill.
* Developing the best relationships these two kids can manage, at this time in their lives.

In this episode of growing up, Sam does have the last laugh.

FIVE STARS for originality in a picture book and also for the illustrations, which I'd call sensitive yet sturdy. Both these treats come from Marie-Louise Gay.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stella offers to help her little brother Sam get dressed, but he wants to do it himself. Funny story showing how much Sam really needs his sister's help, and a funny ending, especially for Sam. Great illustrations.

[kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

lots of laughs from my preschooler who could relate

[Melanie Hetrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stella wakes up her little brother Sam and asks if he needs help getting dressed. Sam assures her he does not but then asks for help on item of clothing. Where are his underpants? He's lost a sock. Does Stella know where his shoes are? Finally Sam is ready to go outside, after being reminded to put on his pants. Sam then has the opportunity to point out to Stella that she's forgotten to get dressed at all!

Told in sparse text with simplistic illustrations, a sure-fire giggle fest will ensue when read to young children.

[June · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shows Sam's struggles as he tries to dress himself in the morning. His older sister provides some help, but she forgets something herself.

I didn't get a chance to try this with a group. (I was having to much fun withNaked Mole Rat Gets Dressed and Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons. I might switch it off with one next year.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sam with his dandelion fluff hair and cheery face is Stella's baby brother (Stella of the wonderful Stella books by Marie-Louise Gay) has adventures just getting up and dressed in the morning, especially when a little dog is helping him. The illustrations in this book are just blissful. A good read for parents, too, who forget in their irritated morning rush, what fun a slow wakey, pokey morning can be.

[Darrielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Young Sam prepares himself for school in the morning. However, as independent as Sam would like to be, he just can't seem to do get completely ready without the help of Stella. Use text-to self connections with this book to have students think of what they can do in the morning themselves and what do they still need help to do. this is a good read for pre-k to first graders

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sam and Stella are adorable! This is a very cute, very short little story about Stella "helping" Sam get ready for the day, and I think most preschoolers can appreciate the touches of humor in the dialogue and illustrations.

[The Brothers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sam and Stella are back! In this little adventure, Sam informs Stella that he can get dressed ALL BY HIMSELF! His attempts to do this are very funny and it's endearing to see the two siblings interact with kindness.

Great, funny illustrations.

[Adam · Rating 4 out of 5]

toddler and early preschoolers who find the business of getting dressed and ready for the day an important responsibility... and still need a little help will appreciate this book.

[Sandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stella must help Sam get ready in the morning and he takes his time. But in the end it's Sam who must remind Stella that she's not fully dressed. Cute book.

[Aleisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Stella and Sam! They are new favorites at our house. I must confess, though, that my favorite part of them is the illustration.

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kind of a strange little story, but cute.

[Kathryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ewan, 5 years old ~
"It took Sam a long time to get his clothes on and then Stella forgot!"

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the illustrations! This is a great book for kids who are learning to dress themselves and for budding readers.

[Niki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun book....reminds me of my own Sam getting dressed.

[Sarah Ballentine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book is good for teaching students that sometimes it's ok to ask for help. Students can learn from this that they can't always do everything alone.

[Hunter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! I thought that it was super sweet and I loved the relationship demonstrated between Sam and his sister. Also loved what his pet dog did to help him get ready. Haha adorable!

[Janis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute and comical with some nice [looks like watercolor] illustrations.

[Reta]

4-5 kids know it, love it

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the first "Stella" book I've read to my son. We might have found this one funnier if we had been better acquainted with the characters. Still, it was a cute book.

[Leyla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Stella books and the illustrations. The library only had Sam books, so I checked them out instead. Lovely books!

[Rhonda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I hope my nephew loves Marie-Louise Gay's illustrations and subtle sense of humour as much as I do.

[Miss Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sam wants to get dressed all by himself but he constantly needs Stella's help and did he forget something in the end? Okay. Didn't love the underwear bit.

[Chelsea Kirkland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book about a toddler with trouble getting dressed. A bit long for the babiest babies, but good for clothing vocabulary, and silly time.

[Miss Janis the Storytime Lady · Rating 3 out of 5]

okay.

[Gail · Rating 3 out of 5]

My 2.5 yo daughter liked this.