Module 1: Picture Books
1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Eastman, P.D. 1998. ARE YOU MY MOTHER. Ill by P.D. Eastman. New York: Random House. ISBD 0-679-89047-5
2. PLOT DEVELOPMENT
In this story a hatch-ling bird jumps out of the nest in search for his mother who has left the nest site to look for food. Determined to find his mother, the young bird asks every animal and machine that it comes across the same question, "ARE YOU MY MOTHER?" The young bird's confidence and determination paid off a the end. Mother and baby bird are finally reunited.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Eastman's writing is written in large print which makes it easy to read. Moreover, the illustrations in this book reflect the baby bird's emotions well. First is his determination to finding him mother. Then the frustration when he asks countless of animals and machines; "Are you my Mother?" After that, is the fear of not finding his mother. Finally, the contentment in finding his mother was well worth the effort. The author focuses on a mother and son/daughter relationship.. This story reassures the baby bird as well as children that a mother will always be there for them even if they are out of site.
The illustrations are highlighted in brown and warm colors. The colors yellow and red stand out making it the focal point of the story. Even the most simple illustrations, can clearly create a well crafted story.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT (S)
"Named the book one of its "Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children." Based on 2007 online poll." National Book Association
"It was one of the "Top 100 Picture Books" of all time in 2012 poll." School Library Association
5. CONNECTIONS
* Teachers and parents can lead a well crafted discussion about what a parent means to you.
*Other books that talk about Mother and Child relationships are the following:
Baker, Lisa. I LOVE YOU BECAUSE YOU'RE YOU. ISBN 978545029315
Church, Caroline Jayne. I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER. ISBN 9780545942003
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1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Lowery, Janette Sebring. 1970. THE POKY LITTLE PUPPY. Ill by Gustaf, Tenggren. New York, NY: Golden Books. ISBN 0-307-106026-2
2. PLOT SUMMARY
This story is about five little mischievous puppies who ventured out into the world enjoying nature when all of a sudden one little puppy gets separated from the rest. They looked for the lost little puppy, but he was nowhere to be found. While sniffing for their lost little sibling, the puppies smell delicious rice pudding and off to home they went. Their mother was very disappointed with the little puppies for digging a hole under the fence so she made them go straight to bed without any taste of the rice pudding. Nonetheless, the lost puppy, Poky Little Puppy, came home and enjoyed all the rice pudding while the other little puppies went straight to bed. The five little puppies continued to defy their mother. Even though, Poky little puppy also challenges his mother, he is not caught until he attempts to sneak back into the yard not knowing that the other puppies had covered the hole and he is forced to squeeze between the fence boards since the hole has been filled. The mother realizes what Poky Little Puppy has been doing and rewards only his brothers and he is sent straight to bed without a meal.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
The author creates a story about life choices and the consequences for disregarding authority. Children can even talk about their own experiences when ignoring rules and the results of their choices. Repetition of words and numbers counting is a major factor in the story which can be an advantage for children to practice and learn their numbers and words.
The book illustrations are very colorful and vibrant. Based on the story and colors illustrated, the bright blanket drawn on the four puppies represent obedience while the Poky Little Puppy's pale and dirty blanket symbolizes refusing to abide authority.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT (S)
"The Poky Little Puppy is the all- time bestselling children's hardcover book in English." Publishers Weekly
5. CONNECTIONS
* Student can create a Venn Diagram by listing the Cause and Effect of the story.
* A class discussion about Rules and Consequences
* Other picture books about choices and consequences:
Christelow, Eileen. FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS JUMPING ON THE BED. ISBN 089919768
Javernick, Eleen. WHAT IF EVERYONE DID THAT?. ISBN-13 978503948952
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1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Lewin, Betsy. 2015. GOOD NIGHT, KNIGHT. Ill by Lewin, Besty. New York: Holiday House. ISBN 0-679-89047-5
2. PLOT SUMMARY
Knight has dream about finding golden cookies. He wakes up his friend the Horse in search of his vision of the golden cookies. As they travel along the country site, they look inside of a tree, some bushes and a stream of water and the golden cookies were nowhere to be found. Tired from the day's adventure, Knight falls asleep and is later woken up by Horse who remembers that there is a jar of cookies in the house. Knight and Horse ate all the cookies from the jar and went to sleep again. While they sleep, Horse too has a dream of his own and wakes up Knight to join him on the quest for some golden apples.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Lewin's writing is simple and easy to understand. The author includes sight words and the use of repetitive words and phrases in the story which can aide a beginning reader to go about reading the story on their own or with a parent/teacher.
The high quality water color illustrations used by Lewin assist with the comprehension of the story. As the story progresses, the multitude of funny pictures of Knight and Horse will keep young readers engaged.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT (S)
"The loony plot and the spirited pen-and-ink-and-watercolor illustrations elevate this book above most for emerging readers....Clear text, amusing illustrations, and a captivating easy-to-read story make this a winner." Kirkus Review
5. CONNECTIONS
* This book will lend to a discussion about following your dreams
* Other books about following dreams:
Garland, Michael. FISH HAD A WISH. ISBN 0823423948
Long, Ethan. PIG HAS A PLAN. ISBN 0823424286
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1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
De la Pena, Matt. 2015. LAST STOP TO MARKET STREET. Ill by Christian Robinson. New York: G.P. Putnam's. ISBN 9780399257742
2. PLOT SUMMARY
A young boy named CJ and his Nana go on a journey across town on the city bus. As CJ and Nana walk along the bus stop, CJ wonders and complains about the things that he doesn't have. But he is only met with words of encouragement from his Nana; it is then that he learns to see the blessing and beauty around him.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
This book shares a wonderful experience between a grandmother and her grandchild. Children of all ages can relate to De la Pena's story. Stories like these make real world connections with children pf all ages whether it is read in the classroom or at home. De la Pena uses many sensory details throughout the story which helps create a vivid experience for the reader. Teachers and parents can create real life lessons in class or at home by sharing their own personal experiences about their grandparents with the students/children. This story can truly be a memorable experience for everyone.
Illustrations represented in this story are lively, engaging and so colorful. It is an eye-catching story that can easily be understood and enjoyed by many readers.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT (S)
"Bright colors and streamlined shapes, keep the urban setting and its denizens cheerful, emphasizing the positive message." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Book.
"The urban setting is truly reflective, showing people with different skin colors, body types, abilities, ages and classes in a natural and authentic manner... A lovely title." School Library Journal
5. CONNECTION
* Deep bond shared between a grandmother and her grandchild
* Wonderful and meaningful memories to share with your love ones.
* Other books about grandparents and grandchildren's relationship:
Harker, Jill. I LOVE YOU GRANDMA. ISBN-13; 9781680524253
Mayer, Mercer. JUST GRANDMA AND ME. ISBN-13; 9780808580669
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