Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns to Listen [Hardcover]

Howard Binkow (Author), Susan F. Cornelison (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 22, 2006 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

Howard, a loveable bunny, stopped doing what he loved the most because friends made fun of him. He wanted to belong and fit in so desperately that he tried but did not succeed at all kinds of activities. One day with the help of his grandfather, he learned to be true to himself. Tips and lessons are included. The second book in the award winning Howard B. Wigglebottom series. Teacher and counselor endorsed. For more reviews, the Wiggles and Giggles song and other free, fun resources that support the book, visit wedolisten(dot)com.

Editorial Reviews

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Howard is a character any child can relate to. Adult readers will find themselves referring back to him regularly in the course of a day; some will, remember what Howard B. Wigglebottom learned about paying attention! --Committee for Children

This is a great story to teach our kids that it s okay to be different; that they are perfect just the way they are. --Attitude Magazine

This timeless story will help teach self-esteem and self-concept issues to many children. It is a sweet tale about being true to yourself and doing what makes you happy. --National Association of Elementary School Principals

This is a great story to teach our kids that it s okay to be different; that they are perfect just the way they are. --Attitude Magazine

This timeless story will help teach self-esteem and self-concept issues to many children. It is a sweet tale about being true to yourself and doing what makes you happy. --National Association of Elementary School Principals

About the Author

Howard Binkow is the CEO of the We Do Listen Foundation and has dedicated his life to helping children. He is one of the authors of the Howard B. Wigglebottom series and the author of Guys, Are We Really Listening? How to Become a More Effective Listener.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group; 1 edition (March 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971539014
• ISBN-13: 978-0971539013
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 10.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,350 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #11 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Social Skills
  • #17 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Rabbits
  • #21 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Manners

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An engaging book that teaches good listening skills, November 2, 2010

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This review is from: Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns to Listen (Hardcover)

My five-and-a-half year old daughter tends to get easily distracted and does not possess the best listening skills, so after reading some glowing reviews of this book here, I decided to purchase it. I have to say that I was pleased with the contents and my daughter actually learned good listening skills from the story of squirmy bunny, Howard B. Wigglebottom!

The story unfolds in a series of humorous illustrations depicting the distracted Howard, who can't seem to focus on one thing at a time and is always distracted. His antics earn him the displeasure of his teacher, and cause his friends to become annoyed and frustrated. When Howard finds himself all alone, he comes to the realization that he needs to change. When my daughter read the part where Howard is feeling sorry for himself, she became very concerned for Howard, and after we came to the end of the story, she told me, "Mom, Howard learned to listen. So can I!" This book has since become a frequently requested book at bedtime, and my daughter even told me that she thinks reading this book over and over will be good for her listening skills:) It is an engaging book, and the illustrations go a long way to showing young children how important it is to be respectful of others, pay attention, and listen when needed. Highly recommended!

27 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Won't fall on deaf ears, March 29, 2007

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Amanda Richards (Georgetown, Guyana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns to Listen (Hardcover)

If you have little boys or girls

You'll know at times it's tough

To make them listen when you speak

About manners and stuff

Your kids will love to read about

This naughty little rabbit

Howard was a problem `til

He got the listening habit

Always in trouble when at school

He hadn't any friends

But when he learns to listen - well

You'll love the way it ends

This is a clever, helpful book

To read through with your tot

Especially from three and up

When kids learn such a lot

With guides and lessons at the back

This book meets expectations

A quick and easy learning tool

With super illustrations

Amanda Richards, March 29, 2007

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review from Books That Heal Kids, March 25, 2010

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Books That Heal Kids "Roxanne" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns to Listen (Hardcover)

It is very difficult to find engaging and fun books that teach school skills. At least that has been my experience. Howard B Wigglebottom Learns to Listen is perfect for preschool - 1st grade. It is engaging and an excellent tool to teach listening skills. You can have a lot of fun with this book by using ideas from the author's website We Do Listen. I wish there were more books on the market like this to help teach listening to young children. If you are looking for more ways to teach school skills, get this on your bookshelf.