From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 1-Children will enjoy practicing their reading skills with these titles that feature a zoo full of animal friends. The simple, repetitive texts are appropriate for those learning to decode sentences. The plots are straightforward: Is the Spaghetti Ready? deals with mealtime, New at the Zoo with forming friendships, and Troubles with Bubbles with bathing away the day's dirt and dust. The vocabulary consists of one- and two-syllable sight words that readers will recognize. The bold, clear type is printed against crisp white backgrounds. The brightly hued cartoon illustrations humorously reflect the text and provide visual clues to the content. Useful additions to beginning-reader collections.
Maura Bresnahan, Shawsheen School, Andover, MACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.
About the Author
Versatile and prolific, Frank B. Edwards has written 23 children's books (for ages 3 to 12), including juvenile novels, picture books and early readers. His first novel, "Frogger", was nominated for a Silver Birch Award. Frank's humorous picture books are popular with children, parents and teachers alike.
Tucson-based John Bianchi is a popular children's illustrator and author whose picture books have entertained millions of young readers since 1986. He has illustrated almost 50 children's books, including 15 of his own stories. His zany cartoon style is especially effective at bringing stories alive for beginning readers.
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