Scholastic Reader Level 1: May I Please Have a Cookie? [Paperback]

Jennifer Morris (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Scholastic Reader Level 1

In this Level 1 Scholastic Reader, Alfie learns that the best way to get a delicious cookie is to say please!

Alfie loves his mommy's cookies, and he wants one more than anything! But grabbing for one, fishing for one, and dressing up as a cookie inspector don't seem to work. His mommy says there is a better way. What is it?

Beginning readers will learn proper manners with Alfie as his mommy teaches him to say the magic words.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

K-Gr. 1. For kids just starting to read, this cheerful title in the Scholastic Reader series is a combination of very simple sentences and bright, clear, colorful illustrations. Alligator Mommy is baking cookies. Alfie loves cookies, but when he tries to grab one, Mommy tells him to "think of a better way to get a cookie." He comes up with three funny tricks to get his treat, but it isn't until he asks politely that Mommy gives him what he wants--along with a big hug. Kids will like the cozy story and the endearing alligator characters. They'll also enjoy the "Fluency Fun" page at the back, with a list of rhyming words to read aloud and a list of words to look for in the text. Hazel Rochman
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Cartwheel Books (October 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439738199
• ISBN-13: 978-0439738194
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #771 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #1 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Manners
  • #1 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > People & Places > Social Situations > Manners
  • #1 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Alligators & Crocodiles

More About the Author

Jennifer is an award winning illustrator and children's book writer. Her Scholastic reader book, "May I Please Have a Cookie?" has sold over 500,000 copies. A second Alfie the Alligator book entitled, "Please Write Back!" has just been released. She has also illustrated two other titles, "If a Monkey Jumps Onto School Bus" written by Jean M. Cochran and "On a Dark, Dark Night" also written by Jean M. Cochran.

Find out more about Jennifer's books and download coloring and activity pages at www.jemorris.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Alfie is a hit!, September 21, 2005

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Lynda B. Hoffmaster (Hibbing, MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scholastic Reader Level 1: May I Please Have a Cookie? (Paperback)

This is a fantastic book! We just received May I Please Have A Cookie a few days ago and we've already read it so many times that we've practically got it memorized! The story teaches a valuable lesson and the illustrations are terrific. My six-year-old laughs every time he sees the picture where Alfie's pretend moustache falls off!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Two birds with one stone..., November 26, 2007

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Kyra_Athena "Kyra_Athena" (Georgia USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Scholastic Reader Level 1: May I Please Have a Cookie? (Paperback)

I found this to be a very fast read and entertaining for my daughter. I was surprised at how much she liked this story. I wasn't expecting her to learn manners from this book though. While the story is really basic, all I have to say is "How would Alfie ask for that?" if she's being a little too demanding. She immediately says "May I please have a ______?" She often had me read it to her 5-6 times per night. This is one of the first books she learned to read on her own.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very simple and sweet lesson, October 31, 2007

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LadyO "Lady in FL" (Orlando, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Scholastic Reader Level 1: May I Please Have a Cookie? (Paperback)

My almost 4 year old son loves this book! We read it every day; sometimes 2, 3, or 4 times. At first he didn't understand the "lesson". But, after a few times reading it, he did grasp the concept of saying "please". He has told me, several times, that this is his favorite book.

A brief summary of the book: Alfie loves cookies and wants one of the cookies Mommy just baked. Using several "creative" methods, Alfie tries unsuccessfully to get a the cookies. Then, with Mommy's help, he learns the best (easiest?) way of all to get to the cookies is to say "Please").

Cute, colorful pictures, simple wording, easy concept to understand (even for a 3 and a half year old.