Archive for the ‘independence’ Category
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
By Barbro Lindgren
Benny’s Had Enough
A dirt-loving pig with a mind of his own. Benny’s mother is cleaning up. First it’s Benny’s potatoes and sticks. She insists on arranging them in neat rows. Then it’s Benny. She wants to give him a bath! And then it’s Little Piggy. She wants to put him in the washing machine. Benny’s had enough. He and Little Piggy run off to find a more congenial home. But, even setting aside the mudholes, the world is not as inviting as Benny had thought. Both tender and hilarious, Olof Landstrom’s portrait of Benny will be immediately recognizable to anyone who has ever debated with a two-year-old.
Rating: *****
All children get angry at some point, especially when there’s so much outside of their control. This is a nice book to discuss anger and communication.
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Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
By Thacher Hurd
The Big Alfie Out of Doors Storybook
Disappointed that his friends seem to have forgotten his birthday, Little Mouse goes skiing by himself.
Rating: ****
I felt really sorry for little mouse. Birthdays are so important to children this seems like it would be a fairly traumatic experience.
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Thursday, November 19th, 2009
By Margaret Chodos-Irvine
Ella Sarah Gets Dressed
Despite the advice of others in her family, Ella Sarah persists in wearing the striking and unusual outfit of her own choosing.
Rating: ****
I think this story might be more for parents then kids. If you’ve ever fought with your child in the morning about what they’re going to wear you’ll appreciate this story. In the end, you’ll see that all kids dress funny, and then at least you know that it’s a struggle all parents face and that you’re not alone.
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