leifstroganoff's review against another edition
5.0
maddie read this aloud, it was an emotional journey
kellyjcm's review against another edition
4.0
Z and V enjoyed this title, which was suggested by the public librarian. Great friendship story, and about having faith in someone, despite what others say.
emanck15's review against another edition
3.0
Not a very exciting read-a-loud. Could fit in with some character counts lesson though.
ajacks's review against another edition
4.0
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emdoux's review against another edition
5.0
Ages 4+
Nugget, a minnow, does everything with his best friend Fang. Everything except go to Minnow School. Sharks aren't allowed at Minnow School, and Fang is a shark.
At Minnow School, Nugget learns all about how terrible and horrible and awful and just plain bad sharks are. Nugget thought that his friend Fang, a shark, wasn't any of those things - he is a great friend... but his teachers and his homework wouldn't be wrong, would it?
Nugget, a minnow, does everything with his best friend Fang. Everything except go to Minnow School. Sharks aren't allowed at Minnow School, and Fang is a shark.
At Minnow School, Nugget learns all about how terrible and horrible and awful and just plain bad sharks are. Nugget thought that his friend Fang, a shark, wasn't any of those things - he is a great friend... but his teachers and his homework wouldn't be wrong, would it?
villyidol's review
5.0
SHARK WEEEEK is also for the little ones.
So, Nugget and Fang.
I wonder which one is which.
Nugget and Fang are best friends. They always did everything together.
Until it was time for Nugget to go to minnow school.
There they teach the little fish some crazy math.
And generally use every opportunity to bitch about sharks.
When Nugget explains it all to Fang, the poor shark gets really sad. They were supposed to be friends, weren’t they?!
Fang gets all creative in trying to prove to Nugget that he is a good friend, no matter what they told the little fish at school. This includes dressing up as a mermaid, getting a Nugget tattoo, making some really nice presents, dancing and singing, and inviting Nugget over for dinner. Fang should really watch his phrasing, though.
Nothing seems to work. Until the entire school gets in big trouble and Fang is there to save the day.
This last part is a little too short, I think. Sure, this is a book for 5-6 year olds. But their attention span should be a little longer than that. On the other hand, I might be completely wrong. I mean I wasn’t five or six years old since …
…
Wow, okay, since pretty fucking long. Now I’m kinda sad. I think I’ll have to read the book again.
Honestly, that little gripe aside, this is a great book. It teaches the kids a few things about friendship and peer pressure, about not letting prejudices ruin something that you know is good for you, and also not to judge people by their appearance. Oh, and some math for beginners, of course.
The illustrations are goofy and the text is very funny. I actually laughed out loud a couple of times. The two friends are very adorable and I really felt for Fang when he got a little down about the whole sharks are bad thing.
This book should be a great read aloud. And honestly, if you’ve got a kindle unlimited subscription and feel you are in need of a laugh or some awws and ahhs right now, by all means, pick it up.
Great book for young children and everyone that remains young at heart.
4.5 stars, rounded up.
So, Nugget and Fang.
I wonder which one is which.
Nugget and Fang are best friends. They always did everything together.
Until it was time for Nugget to go to minnow school.
There they teach the little fish some crazy math.
And generally use every opportunity to bitch about sharks.
When Nugget explains it all to Fang, the poor shark gets really sad. They were supposed to be friends, weren’t they?!
Fang gets all creative in trying to prove to Nugget that he is a good friend, no matter what they told the little fish at school. This includes dressing up as a mermaid, getting a Nugget tattoo, making some really nice presents, dancing and singing, and inviting Nugget over for dinner. Fang should really watch his phrasing, though.
Nothing seems to work. Until the entire school gets in big trouble and Fang is there to save the day.
This last part is a little too short, I think. Sure, this is a book for 5-6 year olds. But their attention span should be a little longer than that. On the other hand, I might be completely wrong. I mean I wasn’t five or six years old since …
…
Wow, okay, since pretty fucking long. Now I’m kinda sad. I think I’ll have to read the book again.
Honestly, that little gripe aside, this is a great book. It teaches the kids a few things about friendship and peer pressure, about not letting prejudices ruin something that you know is good for you, and also not to judge people by their appearance. Oh, and some math for beginners, of course.
The illustrations are goofy and the text is very funny. I actually laughed out loud a couple of times. The two friends are very adorable and I really felt for Fang when he got a little down about the whole sharks are bad thing.
This book should be a great read aloud. And honestly, if you’ve got a kindle unlimited subscription and feel you are in need of a laugh or some awws and ahhs right now, by all means, pick it up.
Great book for young children and everyone that remains young at heart.
4.5 stars, rounded up.
lehmanemma's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Nugget and Fang: Friends Forever―or Snack Time? is written by Tammi Sauer and illustrated by Michael Slack. It was published on March 3rd, 2013, and follows two ocean best friends: Nugget and Fang. When Nugget, a minnow, begins attending school, he learns that sharks and minnows are not supposed to be friends. Fang, a shark, has to work hard to win back his best friend. He tried many things but nothing works. Then, when Fang saves the minnows from a fishing net and the minnows welcome him as a friend. The story ends with Nugget and Fang staying friends. I found this picture book to be appropriate for young elementary students, approximately ages 4-8. It is a funny and enjoyable book about best friends. I loved the illustrations and lively story. In the classroom, this book could be used as a fun read-aloud or to teach students about good friends. I didn't find anything particularly useful or problematic just a simple, funny, picture book that many students would enjoy! <Best friends> <Ocean> <funny> <picture book>
libraryjen's review against another edition
4.0
The perfect size and gorgeous illustrations combine with a fun story that will open up discussion opportunities about not judging based on appearance and avoiding peer pressure make this a great story time read. As an added bonus - it's hilarious. This one might be a bit long for my preschoolers, we'll see. But, it would be easy enough to shorten a page here or there. What kid doesn't like nice shark stories? Definitely recommended for 4+.
wordnerd153's review against another edition
4.0
Fun story about looking beyond stereotypes and questioning what we've been taught about certain groups or people.