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In rhyme, then amplifies in expository text selected essential aspects The iconic Sleeping Bear Press abecedarian format introduces They came to write those tales for others to read is aĪ true celebration of the Reader-Writer Connection, S is for Story:Ī Writer’s Alphabet offers readers an A-to-Z journey through a writer’s Or email IS FOR STORY: A WRITER’S ALPHABETįolks have been telling tales forever. Read more about TXTNG MAMA TXTNG AUTHORS at Kate Hannigan's Authorof… blog.Ĭlick here to learn how a grandson-in-waiting opened his Luddite Grandma's eyes to 2day's Techy-Techy World.Ĭlick here to learn even more about Babies, Toddlers, Texting and Technology.Ĭlick here to find a fun texting Writing Activity (or two). Sharon McElemeel, McBook Words,, December 1, 2013 Better yet, perhaps Hershenhorn (and her publisher) will consider some follow-up titles: Txtng Papa Txtng Baby and special titles for aunties and uncles - how much fun that would be? This is a perfect gift at a baby shower, in a new baby gift basket, and just for fun for any tech savvy parent of a young toddler - or a special txtng aunt or uncle.

The text is very child friendly and a fun reminder to parents that there are special phrases that delight young learners. A charming book that ends (on the back cover) with this: 'No matter how the message is delivered (by book or phone or both!), Mama Baby. “The format and size of this board book fits nicely in the hands of a very young toddler and as Mama is txtng - baby is occupied. Watch the video review of Txtng Mama Txting Baby from It will feel familiar to toddlers used to seeing their parents texting and should find a niche as a gift book appealing to all those texters who prefer to keep their messages on the shorter side” “This board book, shaped like a cell phone, recounts a simple conversation between a mother and her baby, all relayed in text speak. Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune/Literary Saloon But they are just as sure to smile at such exchanges as:ĭo not for a moment believe that this book is some sort of anti-literature ‘tome’ rather, it’s a playful take on these modern times.” This is such an original and clever idea that a lot of people will sure fall into I-should-have-thought-of-that regret. “A charming new board book…a 16-page ‘opus’ consisting of a text conversation between a mother and her baby, colorfully illustrated by a couple of surprisingly expressive bright yellow faces.

S Is for Story by Esther Hershenhorn