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A rhythmic read-aloud tale describing a chain of events set in motion when a big fat bird tries to eat a big fat worm.
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From School Library Journal:
PreS Consciously uncomplicated in design, The Big Fat Worm provides an almost textbook example of what a good book for the very youngest can look like. The story line is a simple circular tale, using logical sequence and rhythmic language. Van Laan employs just enough plot tension to appeal to a two or three year old: i.e., Will the bird eat the worm? Will the cat eat the bird? Beginning with a ``big fat worm,'' the story moves through its characters: bird, cat, dog, and back again. The repetition of key phrases (``I'm going to eat you up'') will delight children and encourage them to participate in the telling. Russo's illustrations are bold and somewhat childlike in their lack of detail and shading. Throughout, bold colors will grab the attention of the youngest children and hold it. This is an excellent read-aloud book for either one-on-one sharing or one-on-fifty storytime experiences. Lee Bock, Brown County Public Libs . , Green Bay, Wis.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Publishers Weekly:
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
New Yorker artist Russo's graphic designs boldly illustrate this appealing circular tale of a big fat worm who almost gets eaten by the big fat bird. The bird in turn escapes from a big fat cat, who then scoots up a tall tree just steps ahead of a big fat dog. The dog settles down to chew his bone, the cat falls asleep in the sun, and the bird swoops back to the now-tranquil scenewhere it once again spies the big fat worm. Both text and art convey the nonmenacing adventurethe cheerful banter between each pair of adversaries sets an appropriate toneand children will enjoy the humor in each comeuppance. The rhythmic repetitions of the text, coupled with the striking simplicity of the art, make this a particularly good choice for reading aloud. Ages 2-7.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherWalker Books
- Publication date1989
- ISBN 10 0744513227
- ISBN 13 9780744513226
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages32
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