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32 pp.
| Free Spirit
| May, 2017
|
TradeISBN 978-1-63198-162-3$12.99
(4)
K-3
Zach Rules series.
Illustrated by
Darren McKee.
Zach can't figure out how to traverse the playground trapeze rings, resulting in frustration and disappointment. His best friend Sonya suggests formulating a plan and reflecting on previous successes to boost his confidence. This is a cheery and realistic, if transparently message-driven, bibliotherapy story illustrated with cartoony digital pictures. Back matter includes tips and detailed strategies for "helping children persevere."
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Darren McKee.
Zach forgets to wear his required orange school shirt on a field trip, touching off a day-long series of mistakes. His teacher shares her "Key to Success" technique for dealing with errors big and small: "Detect, Correct, Reflect." This strategy will help children learn from mistakes, and the story, though hokey, appropriately frames the lesson. Cartoon-style digital illustrations round out the presentation.