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Recounts in simple dialogue the famous tale of the race between the persevering tortoise and the boastful hare.
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PreSchool-Grade 1AMiles's introduction informs parents that "old stories" are good for new readers because of their use of familiar story lines and repetitive words. The author then uses these techniques in her retelling of this classic Aesop fable, using only dialogue, keeping the words to a minimum, and repeating certain phrases throughout. While the tale itself remains unchanged, this version has a modern bent to it, expressed primarily through the cartoon illustrations. All of the animals are dressed in colorful clothing, except for Tortoise, who wears nothing but his shell and a pair of sneakers. They all sport letters on their chests (Tortoise wears a 'T,' Hare an 'H,' and Bear a 'B") except for Fox, who has his whole name on his shirt. These cleverly placed clues will help children remember what letter each animal's name starts with. Amusing details include Tortoise's little round glasses perched on the end of his nose and the banners that cheer on the racers. A great choice for beginning readers to tackle on their own.ADina Sherman, Brooklyn Children's Museum, NY
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Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Meisel, Paul (illustrator). Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # O14L-00629
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The Tortoise and the Hare
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Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books, 1998
ISBN 10: 0689817932
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Meisel, Paul (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0689817932I4N00