The Horn Book Guide

EASY READERS

Howard, Reginald

The Big, Big Wall

20 pp. | Harcourt/Green Light | September, 2001 | Trade ISBN 0-15-216504-5 $$10.95 | Paper ISBN 0-15-216522-3 $$3.95

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Ariane Dewey & Jose Aruego. In a brief, simple tale, Humpty Dumpty cowers on top of his wall, afraid he might fall, until enough animal friends gather to help cushion his landing. Bright colors, winsome animal characters, and an especially goofy Humpty will entice new readers to reach the satisfactory conclusion. Use of rhyme and repetition is helpful.

Reviewer: CHristine Sarrazin