[LM_NET] ELEM: BOOK REVIEW: Martha Doesn't Say Sorry! by Samantha Berger

[Toni Buzzeo <tonibuzzeo@TONIBUZZEO.COM>]

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Martha Doesn't Say Sorry! by Samantha Berger, illustrated by Bruce 
Whatley. Little, Brown, 2009. 978-0-316-06682-2

There is not a single preschool, elementary, or public library that 
will not want a copy of this completely charming and utterly on-point 
picture book about the resistance to and need for apologies!  Martha, 
an adorable otter clad in pink dress and headband, does many nice 
things such as giving hugs, sharing her snack, making presents, and 
reading stories.  But Martha doesn't say sorry--no matter how bad her 
behavior is (think kicking, throwing, and even direct attacks with 
pancake batter, paint, or excessively loud noises).  Unfortunately 
(or fortunately, depending on your perspective), Martha's mother, 
father, and baby brother respond to her refusal to apologize by 
withholding cookies, piggyback rides, and hugs. Bingo!  As it turns 
out, that adorable little otter does say sorry-loud and clear!  The 
illustrations here are large and uncluttered, the font large, the 
text simple.  You'll find frequent uses for this book with young 
children and they are likely to pick it up on their own, as 
well.  Very Highly Recommended.  Suggested ages: 3-6.


Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS <mailto:tonibuzzeo@tonibuzzeo.com>
Maine Library Media Specialist of the Year Emerita
Buxton, ME 04093
http://www.tonibuzzeo.com
Adventure Annie Goes to Work , illustrated by Amy Wummer (Dial 2009) BRAND NEW! 

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