Written by: Doreen Cronin
Illustrated by: Betsy Lewin
Cronin, D. (2006). Dooby dooby moo. New York: Antheneum Books for Young Readers.
Genre: Fantasy
Recommended grades: Pre-K -2nd grades
Awards: ALA Notable Children’s Audio Recording
Summary: Another hilarious story about Farmer Brown and the lovable animals at his farm. This time the animals decide to enter a talent show to win the grand prize, a trampoline.
Personal Reflection: I usually use this book during an author study on Doreen Cronin, but the recording is so fantastic that I will have to start using it instead. The added music and animal noises make the book come alive. I also liked that on the CD there were two additional tracks. One was the song Born to be Wild sang by the duck and then the pigs song dance. This audio recording will surely get the students involved in the story.
Recommendation: I would highly recommend this audio recording for library purchase because it is interactive and engaging.
If You Were a Penguin
Written by: Wendell and Florence Minor
Minor, W. & F. (2009). If you were a penguin. New York: Scholastic INC.
Genre: Informational
Recommended grades: Pre-K - 2nd grade
Awards: 2010 ALA Notable Recording
Summary: This book gives kid-friendly facts about penguins.
Personal Reflection: I use this book to introduce penguin species. I do a two week unit on penguins. The students are so fascinated by the numerous penguin species, especially that some live underground and in warm places. This audio recording keeps the students engaged with fun noises and sounds.
Recommendation: I would highly recommend this audio recording and book for library purchase.
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