A multilayered, richly illustrated examination of a familiar crawling creature, yielding new pleasures and perspectives with each turn of the page. A great curricular tie-in for elementary students.
A brief catalogue of minor masterpieces of nature, eager to prove its worth with sugary-sweet illustrations and giggle-grabbing verse, this is a gentle introduction, rather than a comprehensive compilation, of the strengths of tremendous tiny creatures.
Emberley’s grasp of narrative pacing, playful exploration of the multitudinous use of the pages of a book, and irresistibly giddy group of toy-like friends, make this a fun, flowing read.
A straightforward, satisfying treatise on friendship weathering difference and change, with richly colored, lively illustrations, this title offers a lovely, light reading experience for early readers.