When I went to NCTE last year, I picked up an ARC of Duck, Duck, Porcupine by Salina Yoon. I am a huge Salina Yoon fan. Be a Friend is one of my favorite picture books of the year and Penguin and Bear are some of my favorite characters. I was thrilled to see this new, early reader book from Salina Yoon. Doesn't the cover just make you smile?
I teach 3rd grade so finding books that move kids from those books for beginning readers to chapter books for older readers is something I think about almost every day. I see this new book by Salina Yoon as fitting into a category that is perfect for readers who are just learning to build stamina and hold stories across time. Just like Elephant and Piggie and Ballet Cat, this book supports readers in ways few other series do. It is just perfect!
The book has 3 chapters and each is a stand-alone story which is a huge support for young readers. The 3 characters are amusing, adorable and distinct. By the end of the 2nd story, you know the uniqueness of each pretty well. There are talking bubbles and simple language but sophisticated humor and lots of fun!
This new book, as well as all of her others belong in K-3 classrooms for sure. This book is going to be fabulous for new readers and those moving along a bit. It is one that is sophisticated enough that older readers will also enjoy it. I haven't had a Salina Yoon author basket in my room but will be creating one this year. Not only will the kids love her as readers but they can learn so much from her as writers.
And even better news? This book is the first in a series!
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| Salina Yoon, signing my books at NCTE 2016! |
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