Here is one of my inconsistencies: I am willing to accept athropomorphized critters writing poetry and talking and so forth, I'm good. But, when authors write about lions as hunters, and then only illustrate with male lions, I am sorely vexed. It's not that I'm in favor of heavily gendered roles: my...
For more reviews, check out my blog: Craft-CycleA wonderful book about a lion who is not afraid to be himself. I love the message of the book. It is a simple story but a beautiful one.I wasn't as into the illustrations in this book as the style used in Max the Brave, but they were still entertaining...
So, what does a lion do, exactly? Typically, a lion is fierce and eats prey BUT you haven’t met Leonard. Leonard is not your typical lion. Leonard likes the great outdoors and he likes words. He likes to put words together and creates poems. When Duck first meets Leonard, he is scared of Leonard but...
For more reviews, check out my blog: Craft-CycleA fantastic bedtime story that is a little bit scary and a lot a bit fun. Great for kids who like monsters. Simple illustrations and text, that make up a hilarious, entertaining read. This will be an instant favorite to be read again and again. It's a ...
For more reviews, check out my blog: Craft-CycleAnother very cute Max story. I didn't like this one quite as much as Max the Brave, but it still a very fun story with great, simple illustrations. I really liked the moon and sky artwork. This is a very good read-along story, because of the whispering...
For more reviews, check out my blog: Craft-CycleThis is such an adorable story. It is very simple with simple illustrations, but it is fantastic. Max is such a fun character and I love reading all of his adventures. A wonderful story with a great silly ending.
Written by: Ed Vere This is by far the most adorable book I have read! It is about a cat who is fearless and wants to go searching for a mouse. The only problem: he doesn't even know what a mouse looks like. This book will have you laughing the entire time you read it with your students. I woul...
Cute story of Max the Brave who is a mouse hunter but does not know what a mouse looks like. He is curious and will ask questions as he searches for a mouse. When he gets a scare, he realizes he does not have to be the mighty mouse hunter, Max the Brave. He just needs to know he can be if necessary....
Vere captures the playful innocence of both cats and children in this tale of Max the brave kitten. Preschoolers will love correcting Max as he meets various animals on his hunt for the elusive mouse. Rich with color and feeling and just enough story make this a perfect read aloud. Max will be findi...
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