Tippy-Tippy-Tippy, Hide! by Candace Fleming; illustrated by Brian
Karas (Simon & Schuster/Atheneum, 2007). ISBN: 978-0-689-87479-6
Whatever DID happen to those "pesky pufftails" who irritated Mr.
McGreely so in Muncha, Muncha, Muncha? Don't worry! They are alive
and well and seeking winter shelter. Fleming's delicious creative
language, satisfying story structure, and recurring internal rhyme
will add to the fun as children root for the sneaky bunnies
tippy-tippy-tippy, jumping, dangling, creeping, and dropping as they
try to outwit cranky Mr. McGreely. In his commitment to keeping the
bunnies out, though, he manages to seal himself completely inside
with boards, mortar, and bricks. That's fine while winter lasts, but
spring finds him trapped inside while the bunnies feast on his
flowers. Karas's bunnies are charmingly sneaky. Furthermore, the
changing sizes and perspectives of the illustrations add visual
interest and keep the reader a bit off-balance--just as the bunnies
do their antagonist! [Suggested Grades: K-3]
Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS <mailto:tonibuzzeo@tonibuzzeo.com>
Maine Library Media Specialist of the Year Emerita
Maine Association of School Libraries Board Member
Buxton, ME 04093
http://www.tonibuzzeo.com
Our Librarian Won't Tell Us ANYTHING! A Mrs. Skorupski Story,
illustrated by Sachiko Yoshikawa (Upstart 2006) NEW!
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Please note: All LM_NET postings are protected by copyright law.
You can prevent most e-mail filters from deleting LM_NET postings
by adding LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU to your e-mail address book.
To change your LM_NET status, e-mail to: listserv@listserv.syr.edu
In the message write EITHER: 1) SIGNOFF LM_NET 2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL
3) SET LM_NET MAIL 4) SET LM_NET DIGEST * Allow for confirmation.
* LM_NET Help & Information: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/
* LM_NET Archive: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/archive/
* EL-Announce with LM_NET Select: http://elann.biglist.com/sub/
* LM_NET Supporters: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ven.html
--------------------------------------------------------------------
LM_NET
Mailing List Home