I Like Me! (Picture Puffins) (Paperback)

by Nancy Carlson (Author) "I have a best friend..." (more)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
The ebullient pig-heroine is a happy adherent to the adage "Love Thyself." "I like me!" she exclaims from the cover and goes on to say, "I like my curly tail, my round tummy and my tiny little feet." The fresh-faced piggy elaborates: she always treats herself with respect by keeping herself clean, eating good food and exercising properly. She takes care of other important needs, too, drawing lovely pictures, reading good books and cheering herself up when she's feeling down. Never too hard on herself for failures, she points out that when she makes mistakes, she tries again. The formation of a healthy self-image, the cornerstone of a happy and successful life, is what this book is all about. Bright, colorful pictures complement the bouncy, upbeat text; Carlson skillfully imparts a positive message without denying that life holds embarrassingeven sadmoments. The book and its heroine are loaded with appeal. Ages 2-6.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

From School Library Journal
PreSchool-Grade 3. Nancy Carlson's book (Viking Penguin, 1988) comes to life with cheerful narration, sound effects, and songs written and sung by Sarah Weeks. In short sentences, a young pig explains her satisfaction in liking and taking care of herself. Xylophone music and simple sound effects accompany the narration. Following the story, there are follow-along activities which are loosely tied to the activities of the pig as shown in the book. In the story, the pig rows a boat; "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" sung as a round is the accompanying activity. The pig exercises and rides a bike; there are very basic exercises for children to perform. Preschool children shouldn't have any trouble following the instructions to stretch up, march in place, etc. To go along with the pig's brushing her teeth, the tape includes a lively song, "Brush Your Teeth," done in a light rock vein. None of these activities really develops the book's focus on self-esteem, but they are enjoyable and youngsters will have fun with them. At the close of the tape there is a brief segment about the author, her interests as a child, and her writing/illustrating endeavors today.
Elizabeth C. Fiene, Clermont County Public Library, Bethel,
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (May 15, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140508198
• ISBN-13: 978-0140508192
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,738 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should have a copy of this book!, May 1, 2001

By	Sara C. Nelson "georgethecat" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My mother bought a copy of this title for me to give to her future grandchild. I was so inspired by it, that I want to give it to all of my friends now. This book has delightful drawings and a wonderful message. This book is fun to read as an adult and a child. It is so important that children and adults are surrounded by positive messages like the one this book has to offer. I recommend it for everyone!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for instilling a positive attitude!!, February 1, 1999

By A Customer

I satrted reading this book to my daughter when she was one. She loved to kiss the pig on the last page good night. This book taught her to "try and try again" no matter how much trouble she was having. Many times when she would get frustrated while learning a new skill instead of crying she would stop and say "try again". I buy this for all the baby girls I know. My one year old son does love it too!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wise lessons from a confident pig, May 25, 2000

By	Rosanna Landis Weaver (Mt. Rainier, MD USA) - See all my reviews

The message of this self-esteem building book is above my 2 years olds comprehension right now, but the illustrations of this confident pig's day include lots of colorful object for a young child to point out. And when I noticed how hard it was for me to read the sentence, "I like my round tummy" without editorializing, I realized it is a pretty important message for mothers too.