Here I am, an only child [Hardcover]

Marlene Fanta Shyer (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up

A child presents the pros and cons of being an only child.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Being an only child can be a little lonely sometimes, but there are wonderful advantages, shown in Carrick's expressive illustrations. Ages 3-8.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 2 A young boy deliberates the fairness of being an only child. He first speculates on the possible advantages of having siblings and laments the chores and responsibilities that are his alone. Then he considers the advantages of being an only child, emphasizing such things as not having to share goodies or his parents' attention. In this self-centered vein he celebrates that "It's always my turn because I'm an only child," but readers are left with the feeling that only children are selfish and spoiled. The format and subject would appear to make this a good read-aloud for young children, but lengthy sentences, sometimes extending over several pages and including many unrelated topics, may confuse both readers and listeners. Carrick's full-color realistic illustrations provide their own dimensions of humor and compassion. It is unfortunate that the text does not do them justice. Phyllis K. Kennemer, Green Mountain Elementary School Library, Lakewood, Colo.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 30 pages
• Publisher: Scribner; 1St Edition edition (1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0684182963
• ISBN-13: 978-0684182964
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,508,403 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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