Today’s Perfect Picture Book Friday selection is coming just at the right time!
But before we get to the review, we have TWO giveaway winners to announce!
I feel blessed that our author guests and their publishers have been so generous this year.
The winner of a copy of CHICKEN WANTS A NAP by Tracy Marchini is….
INGRID BOYDSTON
And the winner of a copy of A FAMILY IS A FAMILY IS A FAMILY by Sara O’Leary is…
LILY ERLIC
CONGRATULATIONS, dear ladies. I will contact you ASAP.
And now for our Perfect Picture Book!
School is just around the corner for many kids…and it may have already started for some. Whether it’s the first ever day of school, the first day at a new school, or the first day in a new class, kids often have a lot of anxiety. Will they make new friends? Will other kids laugh at them? Will they find their way around? Will they like their new teacher?
HELLO, MY NAME IS TIGER
Written and illustrated by Jen Goldfinger
Published by HarperCollins (2016)
Ages: 4-8
Themes: first day of school, anxiety, be yourself
Synopsis:
From Amazon
A reassuring picture book for back-to-school jitters!
Toby likes being a cat more than he likes being a boy. So when it’s time to go to school, he becomes a timid kitten. But when Toby finally gathers the courage to join in with the other kids, he finds out that everything is more fun with friends.
Why I like this book:
- Wonderful text
- Bold bright colorful illustrations
- Super message for kids
Related Activities
Photo courtesy: http://www.dltk-kids.com
Paper Plate Tiger
If you’ve visited my blog before, you probably know I LOVE paper plate crafts for kids. They are quick, easy, and inexpensive…plus kids really enjoy making them and they can be hung up and displayed proudly or used for role playing or children’s theater.
You will need: Paper plate, markers or crayons, scissors, glue, construction paper.
For detailed instructions: http://www.dltk-kids.com/animals/metiger.html
And one of the best things we can do for our children when they are anxious about something is to LISTEN, really listen.
Thank you so much for stopping by today…I hope you’ll be back tomorrow when author/illustrator Jen Goldfinger is in the Will Write for Cookies house with an eye-opening Q&A and a yummy original take on the classic Toll House Cookie recipe.
Dont forget to leave a comment to qualify for Jen’s giveaway of a copy of HELLO, MY NAME IS TIGER.
For more wonderful picture book reviews you will find hundreds on Susanna Leonard Hill’s Perfect Picture Book site.
Have a wonderful weekend, dear friends!
VIVIAN KIRKFIELD - Writer for Children 
Love first day books!
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They are so important…I agree!
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Looks like such a cute book and at a perfect time!
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Thanks for stopping by, Jen. And I think the book would work for other times of anxiety for young kids. 😉
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Aww…this looks so cute for the beginning of school! I’m going to look for it for my classroom.
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Hope you are able to get a copy, Andrea!
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Thanks for reminding me about this one, Vivian!! 🙂
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Glad you got the nudge, Maria…it is really sweet! And YAY for seeing you last week at your book signing…that was so much fun!
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This sounds like a great book for the beginning of the school year!
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It truly is, Lisa. And thanks so much for stopping by. 😉
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Looks adorable. My son wore the tiger costume his grandmother made him everywhere until he grew out of it. Adding this one to the list. Thanks Vivian!
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I’m smiling as I read your comment, Elizabeth…kids are just like that, right?
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I have photos of him wearing it on a 90 degree day with the legs so short they were up to his knees. I wouldn’t have let him wear it on such a hot day if it hadn’t have been our moving day. It just comforted him and he also liked being able to roar at the movers! lol. Love your posts Vivian.
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Elizabeth…that is DEFINITELY a picture book right there…moving day…another stressful time for kids…maybe the kid is allowed his bag of costumes…and he puts a different one on to respond to perceived problems or dangers during the move or at the new house. 🙂
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The cover is so cute! The message of this book as so important as you pointed out this time of year. I think even the teachers have self doubts about all their students liking them and being able to make a learning connection.
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Oh yes, totally, Danielle. You are spot on. I taught kindergarten for many years…and my first day had some jitters, for sure. )
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What a perfect back-to-school picture book. Love the cover & the themes.
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Thanks so much, Patricia. The cover is precious!
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The cover is charming and the colors are beautiful!
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I think it’s true what they say about the cover being so very important, John. Jen did a fantastic job…the book pretty much jumps off the shelf when you see the cover. 🙂
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What a great book and craft!
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Glad you like the craft, Lynne Marie…I am such a fan of paper plate and paper bag activities. 🙂
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Thank you for sharing this new back-to-school book and the fun craft 🙂
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And thank you for stopping by and commenting, Charlotte…glad you enjoyed the review and the activity. 😉
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Love books that help conquer those first day of school jitters. Thanks for sharing, Vivian!
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I think we need all the books we can get about 1st day of school jitters, Judy…thanks for always stopping by. 😉
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You have the BEST giveaways, Vivian! Love the artwork on this one. I’ll be sure to look for it at the bookstore.
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Thanks, Sandy…this year, the giveaways are almost all lvia the generosity of the authors and their publishers so I am very grateful to them. )
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Love this one!
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Thanks so much, Virginia…glad you enjoy the post! I know you will love the book.
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