Written By: Karen Beaumont
Illustrated By: Jane Dyer
Beaumont, K. (2006). Move Over Rover! New York: Harcourt Inc.
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Recommended ages: 4 -7 years old
Awards: Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor book (2007)
Summary: As a rainstorm passes, Rover finds that he is not all alone.
Personal Reflection: This repeating text book teaches children reading patterns and predictions. When I read this book, the students are able to predict next events and even read along as the text builds from page to page. Because this book repeats and builds from page to page, the children gain confidence in their reading skills and feel empowered to read more.
Recommendation: I would recommend this book for library purchase because it builds basic reading skills for early readers through a funny and predictable story.
Vulture View
Written By: April Pulley Sayre
Illustrated By: Steve Jenkins
Sayre, A. P. (2007). Vulture View. New York: Henry Holt & Company LLC.
Genre: Informational
Recommended ages: 5-8 years old
Awards: Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor Book (2008), ALA Notable Children’s Book (2008)
Summary: This informational book teaches children about turkey vultures.
Personal Reflection: This book is an outstanding informational book with rhyming and repeating text introducing children to vultures. The illustrations are detailed and diverse, which show texture without texture changes. This book catches the reader by integrating poetry and nonfiction.
Recommendation: I would recommend this book for library purchase because it will engage the reader and leave them wanting to learn more about animals.
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