The Horn Book Guide

EASY READERS

Spohn, Kate , Spohn, Kate

Turtle and Snake's Valentine's Day

32 pp. | Viking | December, 2003 | Trade ISBN 0-670-03613-7 $$13.99

(3) K-3 Viking Easy-to-Read series. To surprise Snake on Valentine's Day, Turtle makes a card and buys Snake's favorite treats. But Snake is secretly watching his friend's preparations, and in the end Turtle's the one who's surprised--by Snake's Valentine's Day party. Readers can enjoy spotting Snake in the simple illustrations for this genial, accessible story, the seventh in a series. Instructions for making a Valentine are included.

Reviewer: Martha Sibert