Alphonse, That Is Not OK To Do!

PreS-K—"Once there was Natalie. And then, there was Alphonse too." Now Natalie has to deal with the ups and downs of life with a younger brother. Sometimes it's fun; other times it's challenging. One day, when everything already seems to be going wrong, Natalie finds Alphonse eating her favorite book. Frustrated, she draws an angry picture, puts her fingers in her ears, and tries to calm down. That's when things really get out of control! Natalie imagines her picture coming to life and worries that things are not OK. The large, colorful illustrations are simple and captivating. Natalie and Alphonse are endearing, expressive little monsters. The older sister resembles a red salamander, while her brother looks a lot like a blue bunny with three pointed teeth. Parents will appreciate the respectful language Natalie uses with her little brother, even when she is displeased with him. In the end, Alphonse is remorseful, Natalie is forgiving, and the conclusion is sweet and happy.