Theodore's Whistle (Pictureback(R)) [Paperback]

Mary Man-Kong (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: Pictureback(R)

Theodore thinks his whistle is too plain. But when he decides to try something new, it comes out all wrong. With a little help from his friends, Theodore learns that every tugboat has their own special whistle.  

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 24 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (September 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679894195
• ISBN-13: 978-0679894193
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,348,442 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Theodore's Whistle toots a good lesson, June 15, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Theodore's Whistle (Library Binding)

This little tugboat learns a lesson about himself as he struggles to find his own identity. First, he was worried about others' opinions of him. Then, he tries to mimic his friends' whistles because he wants to sound important, strong, and confident. He ends up losing his "toot" in the process and gaining it again only after realizing that he is special just the the way he is (or sounds). This is a wonderful story that gives the active reader for preschool children and young readers alike, a wonderful opportunity to engage their attention and open the doors to predictions and participation with the text.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice., February 28, 2009

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Dani (Harrisburg, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theodore's Whistle (Pictureback(R)) (Paperback)

Love this book. It helps kids learn that it is ok to be you.

5.0 out of 5 stars sweet introduction to the idea of individuality, October 18, 2001

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audrey (white mtns) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Theodore's Whistle (Pictureback(R)) (Paperback)

If your child enjoys the Thedore Tugboat shows on PBS, he or she will really like this book. Most of the usual characters appear -- Emily, Foduck, Hank, George and the Dispatcher are all on hand as Theodore learns that his unique "Toot! Toooot!" not only feels right but expresses his personality to others.

At twenty-three pages, this lovely book is best suited to children who are ready to hear a little bit longer story, and is most valuable to those who are socializing and learning self-acceptance.