The things that stood out most whilst
reading this book were the stunning illustrations by Violeta Dabija and the
simplistic nature of the story.
Most of the pages only have two words on them,
a great read for children who may not have yet developed a broad vocabulary.
There is a significant rhyme scheme throughout the book. A double page reads, “sun
taker”, “food maker”. So simple, but makes complete sense when the initial page
is read and since the illustrations are detailed and beautiful.
This book would be suitable for 4 to 5 year old (Reception to year 1). It would make a fantastic resource for introducing
a SOSE or Science topic on nature. Also it would be a fantastic resource for
introducing rhyme as a literary technique to students.
Also at the back of the book is a more
information regarding of all the rhyming words throughout the book which would
be really handy when using it as a cross-curricula resource.
Even more
brilliant is the fact that it has a glossary at the very back explaining words
like “chlorophyll” and “photosynthesis”.
AND even more brilliant is the section
for further reading with other resources that may aid in students understanding
the book and the topic that may partner with it.
This is very peculiar as this book is
considered to be a fiction picture book, but is actually a non-fiction
information book when used in a different perspective.
I loved this book; it was really
captivating, yet so simple. I think young children would love this book also!
By
Emma Windebank
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