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What The Ladybug Heard (2010)

by Julia Donaldson(Favorite Author)

4.17 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

0805090282 (ISBN13: 9780805090284)

languge

English

genre

Middle Grade & Children's

publisher

Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

review 1: This book is aimed at infant children from nursery up to Year 3. Younger children will enjoy being read the rhyming story, joining in when they know the book well enough, particularly with the animal sounds. There is also a ladybird hidden on every page for them to find, something which all children and most adults will enjoy doing. For older children of the target audience, there are no words that will be too challenging for them as all can be deciphered phonetically. The story itself is heart warming as the quiet whispering ladybird becomes the saviour of the farm as the animals outwit the two thieves. I really enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it to parents of children from the ages of 1 – 7. This should not come as a surprise perhaps as Julia Donaldson, t... morehe author, also wrote the Gruffalo. Though I feel this is a much more fun and light-hearted story as reflected by Lydia Monks’ great patchwork styled illustrations.
review 2: This is a lovely book, which almost meets up to standards I expect of Julia Donaldson. The plot is not quite as well thought through as some of her other books, but it does have stunning illustrations, as well as a great message; the unexpected, quiet character is the one who saves the day. Finding the shiny ladybird on each page adds an interesting dimension to the book, which will help to keep children engaged.The animals on the farm are always making noise, all apart from the ladybird. When the farm is under threat from thieves, the ladybird - the quietest animal on the farm - overhears the robbers' devising their plan. In turn she then devises her own cunning plan to foil their attempt. What ensues is amusing and uplifting! What The Lady Bird Heard is a great book.This book could be used in the classroom, most effectively as a whole-class book. It is most suitable for Early Years children, but could be used in KS 1. It would also be a good book to have in the book corner, as the illustrations and rhymes make it easily accessible. less

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