Four Good Friends

by Margaret Hillert

Book by Hillert, Margaret

Genres: Picture Books

31 pages, Library Binding

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

[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.

[Frank · Rating 3 out of 5]

I know the point of these books are to limit the number of words used so that new readers can do it. But this story just doesn't work with a limited vocabulary. It was totally vague and confusing, and didn't do the story justice at all. The only reason Frank could even figure it out was that we have read other (much better) versions of this story.