So much fun! I love reading "one word" stories, and this one is sure to entertain.So much fun! I love reading "one word" stories, and this one is sure to entertain....more
Super cute! Loved this story told mostly through illustrations and the use of two words (well, if you count woof as a word). Sweet story of the bond bSuper cute! Loved this story told mostly through illustrations and the use of two words (well, if you count woof as a word). Sweet story of the bond between a boy and his dog. 💙...more
I like Mack's books that utilize one word throughout paired with illustrations that jump off the page and draw you into the story. The battle antics bI like Mack's books that utilize one word throughout paired with illustrations that jump off the page and draw you into the story. The battle antics between these two mice of who gets to claim "Mine!" of the rock will have kids laughing. A good book to use for focusing on the details of illustrations and how they tell the story, and to address selfishness/sharing....more
Powerful book to get kids thinking about perspective and differences. Use with a human rights unit, or a unit on point-of-view. How kids in poverty viPowerful book to get kids thinking about perspective and differences. Use with a human rights unit, or a unit on point-of-view. How kids in poverty view different items that others use for play is highlighted through the repeated "like" "don't like" texts. The use of photographs of children collaged with background images, juxtaposed with the elements they are playing or working with, strikes a powerful chord. A great discussion starter for checking your privilege....more
I adore Jorey Hurley's books. Striking illustrations paired with one word per spread deftly tell a complete story. Paired with the author's note at thI adore Jorey Hurley's books. Striking illustrations paired with one word per spread deftly tell a complete story. Paired with the author's note at the back about the animal subject matter of her stories, these books are full of information as well as charm....more
I loved getting to know this gorilla & the little boy in Look! last year, and am delighted to see them back interacting in another picture book story I loved getting to know this gorilla & the little boy in Look! last year, and am delighted to see them back interacting in another picture book story told through engaging illustrations & few words. This one will leave readers chuckling at the bedtime/playtime antics of this pair of characters....more
With one word per page, that changes each time by just one letter, and some wordless pages, this story is really about the illustrations and heart of With one word per page, that changes each time by just one letter, and some wordless pages, this story is really about the illustrations and heart of the family. I could see it feeling very realistic, except for the dog that stands on two legs and is like a human character. This is deceptively simple looking, and there is much older kids could do with really looking at the story....more
I'm a fan of one word stories, especially to use in the classroom to show kids the power of how a word is used, storytelling, and illustrations. I lovI'm a fan of one word stories, especially to use in the classroom to show kids the power of how a word is used, storytelling, and illustrations. I loved Ball, and this next story from Mary Sullivan, Treat, is a delight....more
I'm a sucker for the one or two word books which tell so much story through the action in the illustrations, and this one will go to the top of my lisI'm a sucker for the one or two word books which tell so much story through the action in the illustrations, and this one will go to the top of my list to recommend in this category. An important message of turning away from the tv for the power of a book, told in a humorous way as the gorilla tries to get the little boy's attention, but just keeps getting in the way. The illustrations were endearing and I can't wait to share this story with my students. Will pair well with its a Book....more
Some of the most impactful picture books are the ones without many words. Portis uses three words in such a simple way combined with charming illustraSome of the most impactful picture books are the ones without many words. Portis uses three words in such a simple way combined with charming illustrations to give a powerful reminder of the need to slow down and appreciate what is around us. For parents and children alike, it is one to share. Reminding he reader of the childlike wonder with which we can see the world. Will pair perfectly with Sidewalk Flowers and Something Extraordinary....more
I wasn't sure at first, but ended up charmed by the adorable lamp and his goal for the night. Illustrations are fabulous.I wasn't sure at first, but ended up charmed by the adorable lamp and his goal for the night. Illustrations are fabulous....more