By: Judith Viorst & Arnold Lobel , 周英 (Translator)
Originally Published in: United States
Format: Hardcover
Language: Simplified Chinese
Pages per book: 36
Lines per page: 1-5
Luka® can read this book!
From Judith Viorst, the author of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Day, and Arnold Lobel, illustrator of Frog and Toad, comes 我要收拾安东尼 (wǒ yào shōu shí ān dōng ní) I'll Fix Anthony . This story will resonate with frustrated little siblings everywhere!
It's tough being a little brother. It's especially tough being Anthony's little brother! "Mom says that deep down in his heart, Anthony loves me." "Anthony says that deep down in his heart, he thinks I stink." However, when I'm six, all of that will change. "When I'm six, I'll fix Anthony."
In page after page of this tragically comic book, Viorst perfectly articulates the voice and perspective of a frustrated little sibling. With extreme exaggeration and keen insight into the minor milestones which define childhood (losing teeth, floating, being tall enough to reach a shelf, getting a shot without crying, etc.), she subtly reminds us how frustrating it can be to be little. Fortunately, as the narrator reassures us, everything will be better at age 6!
Is my child ready for this set?
"Read to me":
Ages 4+ will enjoy having these books read to them either by Luka® or a caregiver.
"Read by myself":
The limited text per page and the prevalence of common language make it a good "bridge book" for readers. The involved plot and detailed illustrations will capture the interest of experienced readers ages 5+.
Option to pair with Luka®:
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Set Luka® in front of the book, and it will read aloud any page your child turns to-- creating a unique, independent physical book reading experience even if your child isn't ready to read by themselves. Click to read our founders' personal review of Luka here.
Happy learning!