On the Seventh Day of Christmas...
...my true love gave to me, Mo Willems!
He is the author of many delightful books for kids, from the Knuffle Bunny books to Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and even the Elephant and Piggie books. So, here is a bit about each!
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
This book tells what happens when Trixie accidentally leaves her bunny, Knuffle Bunny, behind on a trip out with her dad. Trixie is young enough that she doesn't talk so her dad is confused when she tries to explain that the bunny has been left behind. When they get home, Mom realizes what has happened and the rescue mission begins. Mo's use of mixed media and dialogue bring a unique quality to this book that make it stand out. And, for those of you who become quite attached to characters, Mo has written other books about Trixie and her beloved toy.
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus
This book is best read out loud to a child who loves to play along. A bus driver needs a break and instructs the reader to watch the bus and to NOT let the pigeon drive the bus. Enter the pigeon. He tries to convince the reader in every way he knows how to let him drive the bus. Begging, bribery, and tricks, are just a few ways. Mo leaves just enough space for the reader to respond "NO!" before he moves on to the next attempt of getting the pigeon on the bus. Again, he has extended this book beyond just one and you get to revisit the pigeon in many other stories.
My Friend is Sad
Elephant and Piggie are great friends. They have many adventures. I first happened upon this series by Mo Willems last year when a darling kindergarten girl by the name of Opal read to me We Are in a Book!. In that book Elephant and Piggie unlock the magic of reading, which Opal and I both found hilarious. In My Friend is Sad, Piggie realizes Elephant is sad and dresses up in costumes to try and cheer him up. But with each new costume, we see that Elephant is more despondent than before. When Piggie finally arrives as himself, Elephant reveals that he has had a sad day but it is even worse because he saw all these cool things, a robot, clown, etc. and his best friend Piggie wasn't there to share it with him! These two are quite a pair. Read all their books!
I have loved everything Mo Willems has put out so far, and I am looking forward to more! I hope you can bring some of his humor into your life, or in the life of a small person you know!
He is the author of many delightful books for kids, from the Knuffle Bunny books to Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and even the Elephant and Piggie books. So, here is a bit about each!
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
This book tells what happens when Trixie accidentally leaves her bunny, Knuffle Bunny, behind on a trip out with her dad. Trixie is young enough that she doesn't talk so her dad is confused when she tries to explain that the bunny has been left behind. When they get home, Mom realizes what has happened and the rescue mission begins. Mo's use of mixed media and dialogue bring a unique quality to this book that make it stand out. And, for those of you who become quite attached to characters, Mo has written other books about Trixie and her beloved toy.
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus
This book is best read out loud to a child who loves to play along. A bus driver needs a break and instructs the reader to watch the bus and to NOT let the pigeon drive the bus. Enter the pigeon. He tries to convince the reader in every way he knows how to let him drive the bus. Begging, bribery, and tricks, are just a few ways. Mo leaves just enough space for the reader to respond "NO!" before he moves on to the next attempt of getting the pigeon on the bus. Again, he has extended this book beyond just one and you get to revisit the pigeon in many other stories.
My Friend is Sad
Elephant and Piggie are great friends. They have many adventures. I first happened upon this series by Mo Willems last year when a darling kindergarten girl by the name of Opal read to me We Are in a Book!. In that book Elephant and Piggie unlock the magic of reading, which Opal and I both found hilarious. In My Friend is Sad, Piggie realizes Elephant is sad and dresses up in costumes to try and cheer him up. But with each new costume, we see that Elephant is more despondent than before. When Piggie finally arrives as himself, Elephant reveals that he has had a sad day but it is even worse because he saw all these cool things, a robot, clown, etc. and his best friend Piggie wasn't there to share it with him! These two are quite a pair. Read all their books!
I have loved everything Mo Willems has put out so far, and I am looking forward to more! I hope you can bring some of his humor into your life, or in the life of a small person you know!
Ah, Mo.... How we love thee:
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Awesome! I only just recently found out the Elephant is Elephant Gerald...and to say it fast...and that is Mo Willem's favorite singer. I bet you knew that though!
ReplyDeleteLOVE. THAT. SO. MUCH.
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