Brief reviews and thoughts about children's and young adult books by Minnesota authors (or illustrators), or about Minnesota. If I get the urge, it may also include ideas for using the books in the classroom. The emphasis is on books published since 1995, but don't be surprised if an oldie-but-goodie slips in occasionally.
Friday, August 27, 2010
One Pup's Up
The daily life of a group of puppies is the focus of this counting and rhyming story by Marsha Wilson Chall. From the first puppy to awake in the morning ("one pup's up"), to ten puppies who tussle and "show off a peppy puppy grin". But, they eventually tire, and fall back to sleep---until---one pup's up! The watercolor and ink illustrations by Henry Cole add to the energy and spunkiness of this simple story. Fun to share with young children.
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