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Rosie Goes to Preschool

by Karen KATZ
illus. by Karen Katz. 40p. ebook available. Random/Schwartz & Wade Bks. 2015. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780385379175; lib. ed. $19.99. ISBN 9780385379182. LC 2014036755.
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PreS—Rosie shows and tells readers what she does in her preschool class. She includes tips for readers like "At play time, you can play by yourself or with a friend" and "When everybody works together, cleanup goes faster." Katz's characteristic bold, colorful design of collage and mixed-media illustration conveys friendly and reassuring thoughts about going to school, while representing children of many ethnicities. This large-format book with straightforward text has an easy-to-follow story line. Preschool teachers may choose this as a read-aloud during the first few days of school, or parents of children entering preschool might find this simple narrative helpful for guiding conversations about going to school.
VERDICT A solid introduction to the preschool experience.
Reviewed by Lindsay Persohn, University of South Florida, Tampa
Lively patterns, vibrant colors, and an adorable tour guide make for a warm introduction to preschool. Rosie brings readers along as she stows her belongings in her cubby, says goodbye to Daddy, joins circle time (sitting crisscross applesauce, of course), and so forth. "Rosie Tips" sidebars offer extra tidbits: "When everybody works together, cleanup goes faster." A solid choice for easing first-day jitters.
 , Aug 01, 2015

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