UEL Primary PGCE 2013-14 discussion
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I know I'm a little late starting this but here's my first review:Anthony Horrowitz - The Switch
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And here's the second review:Roddy Doyle - The Giggler Treatment
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And in an attempt to catch up, here's my third review:Nick Warburton - You've Been Noodled
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1) Where the Wild Things Are Author - Maurice Sendak
This subtle masterpiece of a story written by Maurice Sendak has been one of my true favourites whilst growing up. This story encompasses the message of unconditional parental love; the colourful language and extortionate use of imagination makes this wild adventure a fun learning experience for us all.
The story begins with Max misbehaving and as a consequent is sent to bed without supper. As Max feels agitation towards his mother, his bedroom transforms into a jungle; he discovers a boat and winds up sailing to an island of big monsters with 'terrible teeth' and 'terrible roars'. Fortunately, Max ends up taming the monsters and decides to return; where he finds hot supper waiting for him.
This book has the ability to connect with children on so many levels, upon experience i have witnessed classrooms come alive as well as children as they explore the possibilities and forecast predictions about whether Max will escape the 'terrible' monsters. The repetitive language helps children to form a bond with this book, they love to ask for repeated readings and each time there is a flow of excitement. Overall the poetic concision of words in this story, the colourful imagination and the reassuring ending all contribute to a timeless piece of children's literature. Where the Wild Things Are
2) Mo WillemsDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Mo Willems
This fast paced cheeky book is a fun way of interacting with children in the classroom, encouraging them to get involved and decide the pigeons fate. Mo Willems both wrote and illustrated the book and does so fantastically. The illustrations alongside the text can create a fun classroom environment as they watch the pigeon become more and more frustrated. Furthermore this book can encourage children to use expressions throughout their reading, allowing them to exercise their drama skills and engaging children all the way to the end of the book! The book is even more appealing as children may be able to relate to the pigeon; his mischievous ways of convincing the readers to let him drive the bus.
3) The Kissing HandThe Kissing Hand By Audrey Penn
This anthropomorphic book is a personal favourite of mine and has deep sentimental value. My niece was extremely anxious about starting pre-school and was constantly trying to convince her mother to let her stay home from school; just like Chester Racoon. Once my niece had heard this book at the dear age of three years old it had already made an impact on her and became a personal favourite.
The plot is based around Chester Racoon who is going to school for the first time. His mother lets him in on a secret called the kissing hand. His mother kisses his palm, and tells him where ever he goes her love will always be with him. This is a great book and can be used in the classroom, it is a splendid way to help children understand lifestyles of nocturnal animals, in particular in this story the racoon who goes to school at night.
This book has a beautiful and heart warming message. It provides a comforting message for those children who anxious about new phases of their lives. It is a book that can be used as a great resource in the classroom to help reassure children and comfort those children who are new to the classroom.
My sixth book review (this one is a bit on the scathing side) :https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
UEL Primary PGCE 2013-14
Books mentioned in this topic
The Kissing Hand (other topics)Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! (other topics)
Where the Wild Things Are (other topics)
A Little Princess (other topics)
Samira's Eid (other topics)
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