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A review by ryckmanreader
Those Darn Squirrels! by Adam Rubin
4.0
Brief summary A group of squirrel seem to terrorize Old Man Fookwire who only want to enjoy the birds. He is pleasantly surprised by the kindness of squirrels.
Annotation
This is a funny book that lends itself well to a read aloud. It also has a great message of coming together for the good of others.
Age appropriateness 4-8 year olds
Connection to six early literacy skills
Print Motivation - Enjoyable story creates interest in reading.
Narrative Skills - Good story arc and when Fookwire says "Those Darn Squirrels" over and over the kids love to raise their little fist like Fookwire.
Five practices
Reading - Varied vocabulary and descriptors make the text rich and varied.
Opinion - This book is a fun read aloud that kids enjoy listening to and teachers enjoy reading.
Annotation
This is a funny book that lends itself well to a read aloud. It also has a great message of coming together for the good of others.
Age appropriateness 4-8 year olds
Connection to six early literacy skills
Print Motivation - Enjoyable story creates interest in reading.
Narrative Skills - Good story arc and when Fookwire says "Those Darn Squirrels" over and over the kids love to raise their little fist like Fookwire.
Five practices
Reading - Varied vocabulary and descriptors make the text rich and varied.
Opinion - This book is a fun read aloud that kids enjoy listening to and teachers enjoy reading.