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| Thank You, Mr. Falker Contributor(s): Polacco, Patricia, Gauch, Patricia Lee (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0399231668 ISBN-13: 9780399231667 Publisher: Penguin Group USA Retail: $16.99 OUR PRICE: $11.81 You Save Over 30% Buy 100 or more: OUR PRICE: $11.38 Save More! Buy 200 or more: OUR PRICE: $10.87 Save Even More!! Binding Type: School And Library - Other Formats Published: May 1998 Annotation: Overjoyed at the thought of starting school and learning to read, Trisha is dismayed when all the letters and numbers in her books are jumbled up. Only Mr. Falker recognizes her problem and takes the time to lead her to the magic of reading. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | School & Education |
| LC Subject: - Reading; Fiction. - Teachers; Fiction. - Self-perception; Fiction. |
| Dewey: [E] |
| LCCN: 97018685 |
| Academic/Grade Level: Grade 1-2, Age 6-7 |
| Book type: Juvenile Fiction |
| Physical Information: 11.50" H x 8.75" W x 0.50" (0.90 lbs) |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 27677 Reading Level: 4.1 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Scholastic Reading Counts Info |
| Quiz #: Q11355 Reading Level: 4.8 Interest Level: Grades 3-5 Point Value: 2.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Reviewed by Horn Book Guide Reviews (Horn Book Guide Reviews 1998) A young girl named Trisha looks forward to learning to read, but when the time comes, she has trouble and begins to feel stupid. Finally, her fifth-grade teacher nurtures her to success. The last page reveals that the story is autobiographical. Although somewhat sentimental, the book tells an engrossing tale. As usual, Polacco's illustrations are full of expression and emotion.Copyright 1998 Horn Book Guide Reviews |
Reviewed by Publishers Weekly Reviews (PW Reviews 1998 April #2) Fans of Polacco's (Thundercake; Pink and Say) work know well her talent for weaving her colorful family history throughout her picture books. Here Polacco shares her childhood triumph over dyslexia and discovery of reading in an inspiring if slightly formulaic story. Young Trisha is eager to taste the "sweetness of knowledge" that her grandfather has always revered (here symbolized by drizzling honey onto a book and tasting it, which harkens back to Polacco's earlier The Bee Tree). But when she looks at words and numbers, everything is a jumble. Trisha endures the cruel taunts of classmates who call her "dumb," and falls behind in her studies. But finally the encouragement and efforts of a new fifth grade teacher, Mr. Falker, trigger a monumental turning point in Trisha's life. She begins to blossom and develop all of her talents, including reading. Polacco's tale is all the more heartfelt because of its personal nature. Young readers struggling with learning difficulties will identify with Trisha's situation and find reassurance in her success. Polacco's gouache-and-pencil compositions deftly capture the emotional stages?frustration, pain, elation?of Trisha's journey. Ages 5-up. (Apr.) |
Reviewed by Publishers Weekly Reviews (PW Reviews 1998 April #3) Pink and Say) work know well her talent for weaving her colorful family history throughout her picture books. Here Polacco shares her childhood triumph over dyslexia and discovery of reading in an inspiring if slightly formulaic story. Young Trisha is eager to taste the "sweetness of knowledge" that her grandfather has always revered (here symbolized by drizzling honey onto a book and tasting it, which harkens back to Polacco's earlier The Bee Tree). But when she looks at words and numbers, everything is a jumble. Trisha endures the cruel taunts of classmates who call her "dumb," and falls behind in her studies. But finally the encouragement and efforts of a new fifth grade teacher, Mr. Falker, trigger a monumental turning point in Trisha's life. She begins to blossom and develop all of her talents, including reading. Polacco's tale is all the more heartfelt because of its personal nature. Young readers struggling with learning difficulties will identify with Trisha's situation and find reassurance in her success. Polacco's gouache-and-pencil compositions deftly capture the emotional stages frustration, pain, elation of Trisha's journey. Ages 5-up. (Apr.) Copyright 1998 Publishers Weekly Reviews |
Reviewed by School Library Journal Reviews (SLJ Reviews 1998 June) Once more Polacco shares a personal story with engaging results. This moving saga of her struggle with a learning disability makes an inspiring picture book. Young Tricia wants desperately to read but when she starts school she finds that the words "wiggle" on the page. Teased by her classmates, she retreats into dreams and drawings. It's not until the family moves to California and Tricia has managed to reach the fifth grade that a new teacher finally recognizes her pain and distress. What's more, he does something about it. Without belaboring the point, the author clearly shows the ways that children internalize critical comments made by others and suffer for their differences. This touching story is accompanied by illustrations in Polacco's signature style. Youngsters, as well as adults, may find themselves choked up at the emotions so eloquently described in words and pictures. Yet, like the tears young Tricia cries at the end of the book, these are ultimately tears of joy. Thank you, indeed, Mr. Felker (the real name of the teacher involved) for making it all possible. Readers will be grateful for the chance to recognize, appreciate, and share in Polacco's talent and creativity. Lisa Dennis, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA Copyright 1998 School Library Journal Reviews |
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