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No one captures the emotional highs and lows of childhood quite like Kevin Henkes. This one tackles the ethics of found objects beautifully.
In preparation for a Mock-Geisel workshop (in which a clatter of librarians will read, fiercely compare and judge books for early readers), I read this (among various other early reader titles) to my K-1s, the intended audience. Readaloud is not likely the intended means of delivery, but this title stood out to both me and the Primaries.
Penny is taking her doll, Rose, out for a stroll & comes upon a shiny blue marble at the edge of her elderly neighbor's lawn. Penny purloins said treasure and ex ...more
Penny is taking her doll, Rose, out for a stroll & comes upon a shiny blue marble at the edge of her elderly neighbor's lawn. Penny purloins said treasure and ex ...more
Oh Penny, you are so dar dar <3
A cute little book that has themes of honesty without being preachy. This would be great as a 1st grade read-aloud, especially because it's divided into four "chapters." It would make them feel so grown up to have a "chapter book" read to them.
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Sweet story; with very expressive illustrations.
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