Sam Tells Stories [Hardcover]

Thierry Robberecht (Author), Philippe Goossens (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

This adorable character from SAM IS NEVER SCARED is back in another story preschoolers will identify with. Sam is so eager to make friends at his new school that he tells them a story that isn’t true. After all, he makes up bedtime stories for his little brother, who thinks Sam is the best storyteller ever! But when the truth catches up with him, Sam realizes the difference between telling a story and telling a lie—and he has to face his friends and tell them the truth.

Editorial Reviews

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"Perfect for the youngest children as a gentle introduction to storytelling and its downfalls." Kirkus Reviews

Goossen's oil paintings are uncluttered, with strong, simple shapes and muted colors. His illustrations of the animals are warm and friendly.
School Library Journal

About the Author

Thierry Robberecht and Philippe Goossens have created 15 books together, including three other books about Sam, and their work has been published in 13 countries. They both live in Brussels.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Clarion Books; None edition (July 16, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0618732802
• ISBN-13: 978-0618732807
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #470,790 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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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: Sam Tells Stories (Hardcover)

This book isn't just about one lie, it's about many lies (stories) that are told. Sam makes up stories to impress kids at school, but it also 'bleeds' over into his home life. He tells his mom a lie so that he won't get into trouble. I encounter many students who are purposely not honest so they can avoid a consequence. This is a cute book with a GREAT message. Park this one on your shelf. It will come in handy when you have a child that is making up stories or telling lies to avoid getting in trouble.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, February 9, 2011

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Julie P (Michigan) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sam Tells Stories (Hardcover)

My daughter tells stories A LOT. I like that his book demonstrates how friends want to hear the truth & you shouldn't tell stories and make things up just to get people to like you. However, even knowing that this was a book written for small children, I wish that there was a little more to it. I wish that the boy had more consequence or SOMETHING. I just don't feel like this book hit home with our story telling problem and aligning it with lying.