Mine! Mine! Mine! A Children's Picture Book Pick from The Writing for Children Center

I LOVE picture books, so I'm always happy when I find a new picture book that is as delightful as this new release from children's author Shelly Becker. From the very first page I could identify with little Gail when her "greedy" Cousin Claire came to visit and Mother told Gail she should be nice and find something that Claire would enjoy.When Gail sees that Cousin Claire has snatched her teddy bear, she just can't take it.Well, then I snapped (I hadn't napped),A fury filled my head.I scowled so bad with eyes red mad,and this is what I said:"MINE, MINE, MINE! You give it back!And stop that squeaky whine.Let's get this straight now, Cousin Claire.See all this stuff? It's MINE!"Gail goes on to describe her precious belongings, one by one, for Cousin Claire, letting her know in no uncertain terms that she should keep her hands off of EVERYTHING!When Clair sobs and moans, Mom comes in once again to offer another tip for Gail. But the surprising way Gail takes Mom's advice is a ho
ot!I won't give away the story here and spoil the fun for readers. I'll just say that kids aren't the only ones who will be charmed by little Gail's "dark side" and her efforts to change and learn to share.I was amazed at how well illustrator Hideko Takahashi was able to convey Gail's and Claire's feelings through their facial expressions in such simple illustrations. But they were perfect!This book is MUST HAVE for any preschool's (or preschooler's) library!

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