Grump Groan Growl by Bell Hooks, illustrated by Chris Raschka.
2008. 40 pgs. New York, NY: Disney-Hyperion. 9780786808168. Format reviewed:
Hardcover.
Annotation: Sometimes we
just get mad and that is normal- but so is letting go of our anger.
Reaction: Caldecott
winning illustrator Chris Raschka's illustrations drive this book, and using
bold, almost primitive strokes, easily express raw emotions children feel. The
angry child is depicted with claws, fangs, and a tale. As his anger dissipates,
he becomes a boy again. A great book to talk about anger with children.
Primary early literacy skills: Phonological awareness. With the opening line "GRUMP. GROAN. GROWL. BAD MOOD ON THE PROWL," we hear the cadence, alliteral, and rhyme in anger, which is continued as the child calms.
Primary early literacy skills: Phonological awareness. With the opening line "GRUMP. GROAN. GROWL. BAD MOOD ON THE PROWL," we hear the cadence, alliteral, and rhyme in anger, which is continued as the child calms.
Recommended ages: 2 and
up.
Tags/themes: Emotions,
Anger, Talking About Feelings.
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