Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
Written by: Doreen Cronin
Written by: Doreen Cronin
Illustrated by: Betsy Lewin
2001 Caldecott Honor Book
This book book tells the story of Farmer Brown's cows, who find an old typewriter in the barn and proceed to write letters to Farmer Brown, listing various demands. When their demands aren't met, they go on strike.
This innovative and smart story introduces children to the concept of bargaining and compromise. Using the tools at their disposal, the cows worked hard for their basic needs. Skills and smarts add up to a successful outcome. It is also a great tribute to fair play and introduces the power of communication in a way that even the youngest listener will enjoy.
This story is funny, engaging, and was one of my daughter's favorite books when she was younger. Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type is a great read aloud book that offers many opportunities for learning. Please check out http://www.readwritethink.org/lessons/lesson_view.asp?id=847 and http://www.webenglishteacher.com/cronin.html for some great lesson plan ideas!
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