hckilgour's review against another edition
3.0
It was certainly an interesting way to tell a kids book, but I did enjoy the back and forth notes. I also really enjoyed some of the mom’s sarcasm.
amarieburns's review against another edition
5.0
I use this story when teaching about persuasive writing. The little boy in this story really wants an iguana. He writes letters to his mom to try to convince her to allow him to get one. It's very cute and sure to provide a laugh to your elementary school students. : )
libraryrobin's review against another edition
4.0
Catrow and Orloff are brilliant together!
Charming epistolary humor and quirky illustrations.
Charming epistolary humor and quirky illustrations.
libscote's review against another edition
2.0
This was a fairly cute tale about a kid laying out the reasons for wanting an iguana. Slowly he wears down his mother and she decides that he can have it on a trial basis.
jax00's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
One of my favorites. It's adorable
susanbevans's review against another edition
4.0
This is an extremely amusing story told through a series of notes as a child is trying to convince his mother to let him adopt an iguana. It's a great example of persuasive writing (I'd probably have given in after the first page!) This is a wonderful book with charming illustrations.
kitsana_d's review against another edition
2.0
Cute banter in letters of a kid asking his mom permission. The artwork, however, creeped me out.
likesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Colourful illustrations highlight the true story detailed here.
I'm likely not going to have an iguana in my life but after last week's introduction I might be close!
I'm likely not going to have an iguana in my life but after last week's introduction I might be close!
mmattmiller's review
4.0
I like this book for a few reasons. This book can be used to teach inferencing, as well as aspects of writing. I also like this book because it shows an adult being responsive to a child. So often when it comes to adults (parents, teachers, etc.) it's my way or the highway, I make the rules, I'm right- you're wrong. There are definitely times things need to operate that way for sure. But I do love that here is an example where they could have a conversation (through writing), the child gains understanding, and then is able to gain something. When kids at school want something/want to change something, I often tell them to try having a thoughtful conversation, or better yet, write a thoughtful essay on what they are thinking and why. This is a perfect example for that.