danicamidlil's review against another edition
4.0
So true!
Love how this little guy easily worked his way through his entire family leaving exhaustion in his wake.
Love how this little guy easily worked his way through his entire family leaving exhaustion in his wake.
meganrvos's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
Henry Wants More by Linda Ashman was published in 2016. It is a story of a little boy named Henry who gets entertained by his family but he always wants more. by bedtime, his family is exhausted. Henry finally falls asleep and the family in return, wants more of him sleeping.
I liked this book, it just didn't really have a plot or anything, it's more for early readers or a book that is read to little ones who can't read yet.
<little ones> <bedtime> <more>
I liked this book, it just didn't really have a plot or anything, it's more for early readers or a book that is read to little ones who can't read yet.
<little ones> <bedtime> <more>
antsneversleep's review against another edition
4.0
Super sweet, relatable story. I especially liked Henry's parents were different races.
wordnerd153's review against another edition
3.0
Spot on in terms of a toddler's endless energy and enthusiasm for certain activities. Every caregiver of a child will relate.
saragrochowski's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this sweet read aloud about the tirelessness of toddlers and their frequent use of "more" and "again"! Also notable is the diversity of the characters within the story; the family is mixed and a variety of ages is represented. Recommended!
mandajoyful's review against another edition
4.0
This book tugged on my heartstrings. Such a sweet truth of the exhaustion and irresistibility of toddlers. A sweet read while cuddling littles.
mmattmiller's review against another edition
3.0
Cute story for young ones that parents and kids alike will be able to relate to. (Yes, kids are very aware they always want one more. Parents/loved ones certainly are as well!) This one is fun, slight twist at the end- one that all will enjoy.
What I truly value in this one is that we see a multiracial family, but it's not talked about, it's not the purpose, it's not a factor, it just is. Here is a story about a family, and that's just what they happen to look like. We need more of this in mainstream picture books, movies, commercials, etc. LOVE it.
What I truly value in this one is that we see a multiracial family, but it's not talked about, it's not the purpose, it's not a factor, it just is. Here is a story about a family, and that's just what they happen to look like. We need more of this in mainstream picture books, movies, commercials, etc. LOVE it.
mldavisreads's review
4.0
Childrens Picture book. A story of the everyday-- a bi-racial family tries to keep up with their toddler Henry. Every time someone wants to take a rest, Henry shouts "more!" or "again!" A sweet story that reflects the reality that many families with toddlers face--so much energy!
tashrow's review
5.0
Henry is a very busy toddler who just can’t get enough of all he loves in life. He wants to be lifted up high more, have his favorite song sung more than ten times, play even more games with his sister and be pulled back and forth by his brother even more. As bedtime nears, Henry is in his pajamas but still wide awake. His mother promises two bedtime books, but reads four. Then, shh, Henry is fast asleep. It’s his mother who wants a little more time with Henry at the end.
Ashman uses rhyme to great effect here. Her stanzas feel free and unbound by structure so the rhyming really works well. Read aloud, the rhymes fall into place with Henry himself filling in many of the rhymes with demands for “more” and “again!” Ashman captures the life of a toddler and a family who clearly adores him. Though Henry’s demands may sound harsh in my description, they are done with constant joy and never petulance so the tone of the book is positive throughout.
Hughes’ illustrations show a multiracial family with a grandmother too. The family includes pets and the entire book is filled with warmth and a cheery love. Henry’s own personality is captured in the illustrations with their bright colors and details.
Just right for toddlers, this picture book will be enjoyed by little ones who area also spending their days merrily demanding even more from their families. Appropriate for ages 1-3.
Ashman uses rhyme to great effect here. Her stanzas feel free and unbound by structure so the rhyming really works well. Read aloud, the rhymes fall into place with Henry himself filling in many of the rhymes with demands for “more” and “again!” Ashman captures the life of a toddler and a family who clearly adores him. Though Henry’s demands may sound harsh in my description, they are done with constant joy and never petulance so the tone of the book is positive throughout.
Hughes’ illustrations show a multiracial family with a grandmother too. The family includes pets and the entire book is filled with warmth and a cheery love. Henry’s own personality is captured in the illustrations with their bright colors and details.
Just right for toddlers, this picture book will be enjoyed by little ones who area also spending their days merrily demanding even more from their families. Appropriate for ages 1-3.
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