Zero by Kathryn Otoshi.
2010. 32 pgs. Mill Valley, CA: KO Kids Books. 9780972394635. Format reviewed:
Hardcover.
Annotation: Zero feels empty and isn’t content with what
it is, and tries to change itself into different numbers, only to later realize
it is complete.
Reaction: This is an incredibly clever book, dealing
with self-image, self-worth, wanting to be like others, and coming to terms
with uniqueness. Otoshi uses exceedingly simple, yet effective illustrations to
show the struggle of Zero to be a number it isn’t.
Primary
early literacy skill enhanced: Print
Awareness. Uses numbers as pictures and matches the word for the number in the
same color and font.
Recommended ages: Ages 4 and up.
Tags/Themes: Numbers, Values, Individuality,
Self-Image.
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