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Barclay, Eric
3 Reviews
(3)
K-3
After she meets a sheepdog, a none-too-bright sheep decides to school him in how to do his job because "everyone knows I'm an expert at watching sheep." She doesn't realize what readers do: she's so oblivious that Sheep Dog has to keep rescuing her from danger. This odd-couple pair recalls a Looney Tunes duo in a picturesque pastoral setting.
Reviewer: Nell Beram
(4)
K-3
Three siblings find an elephant named Phil. They have a blast playing with him and decide to hide Phil from their parents. Hiding an elephant, though, isn't that easy: the grownups find him, decide he has to go, then ("whisper whisper whisper") take it back--a change of heart that's pleasing but undeveloped. Barclay's expressive, playful illustrations outshine his simple speech-balloon text.
Reviewer: Kari Allen
(3)
K-3
Paige insists, "I can see just fine!" But through a series of humorous situations, readers will know that's not true. Sure enough, Paige goes to the eye doctor and finds out she needs glasses; once she finds the perfect pair, Paige "can see...EVERYTHING!" The adorable illustrations contain clever touches and combine with the warm, funny story to make the getting-glasses experience inviting.
Reviewer: Kari Allen
3 reviews
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