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No, David! (Hardcover)
by David Shonnon
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Health, Ages 0-3, Children's book |
| Market price: ¥ 168.00
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¥ 158.00
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| MSL Pointer Review:
A young boy is depicted doing a variety of naughty things for which he is repeatedly admonished, but finally he gets a hug. |
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Author: David Shonnon
Publisher: Blue Sky Press
Pub. in: September, 1998
ISBN: 0590930028
Pages: 32
Measurements: 11.3 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
Origin of product: USA
Order code: BC00057
Other information: Library Binding edition
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A winner of Caldecott Award and a real modern children's literature classic. |
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All of our young children have days like David's. Some of our children have lives like David's. David does a series of typical toddler no-nos like writing on walls and trying to steal cookies. The text consists almost entirely of "No, David!" but the illustrations speak volumes. They appear crude, but for all of that they are strangely realistic. And they convey very well the awkwardness of toddlerhood.
No, David! is a very special book. This story does not need a lot of words in order to be captivating. Instead, it grabs the reader because it so accurately depicts the spirit of the child. Children will be children, and what to them is great fun, to an adult can be a definite no-no. It is through David's innocence, and his precarious foothold in the world, that we are instantly transported back to our own childhoods, where we too had to learn that there were consequences for our actions. I can't imagine that there is a person out there that cannot identify with the round-headed, gap-toothed David.
No, David! is one of those rare books that helps young children believe that they can read. Part of learning to read is memorization, and little ones quickly remember the exact words on each page of this book that they love to look at over and over again. And of course, there is no need to ask which page is their favorite. You'll know it when you see it, and when they see it, they can't stop laughing!
David Shannon has created several more entries in his "David" series, but for sure, the original is a modern children's literature classic.
Target readers:
Kids aged 0-3
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David Shannon is the author and illustrator of many highly praised books for children. Born in Washington, D.C., he grew up in Spokane, Washington. He graduated from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, with a fine arts degree, and then moved to New York City. His editorial illustrations have appeared in The New York Times, Time, and Rolling Stone, and his artwork has appeared on numerous book jackets. Shannon is a passionate baseball fan and softball player. He and his wife now live in Los Angeles.
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From Susan Pine, New York Public Library
In this ode to bad and boisterous little boys, a resourceful and inventive young David wreaks havoc in every room of the house and even runs down the road nude. He reaches too far for the cookie jar, tracks in too much dirt, bangs too loudly, and creates a potato head with string-bean arms and chicken legs instead of eating his dinner. He even sticks his finger up his nose farther than anatomy would seem to allow. The text consists mostly of his mother saying, "No, David," or variations thereof. Finally, a broken vase leads to banishment to a chair in the corner and a tear on the cheek, which leads to a motherly hug and the best affirmation of all. "Yes, David...I love you!" The vigorous and wacky full-color acrylic paintings portray a lively and imaginative boy whose stick-figure body conveys every nuance of anger, exuberance, defiance, and, best of all, the reassurance of his mother's love. This book is perfect for reading aloud. Children will relish the deliciously bad behavior and the warm and cuddly conclusion.
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T. Leitner (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
My son has had this book as his favorite for more than half of his life. He's two now. He already has some 50 books, and this is his favorite and mine too! While reading this book to him, he laughs and repeats "No, David" when David does things he's not supposed to. Afterwards, I only need to remind him of what is No, David and he understands. Interestingly, it seems as if some other (adult?) reviewers here understand the message less than he does. Regardless, it is one of the best books we own and I would recommend it to any intelligent child and parent. |
Carolyn (MSL quote), Canal Winchester, OH
<2006-12-27 00:00>
Oh, you have to get this book! Especially for a baby shower! Pretty funny stuff here. I bought this for my little one age 4 and he won't let me put it down at night. I have to read this thing at least 4-5 times nightly, along with our other "David" book. The words are very, very simplistic, mostly consisting of "no" and "David" but it shows that although David is very ornery, his mother will always love him. A very good, simplistic message, one that kids love everywhere. A literary work of art it is not, but the message is quite excellent. My little one likes to say, "I've done that!" throughout the whole book so kids have a great time relating to David's antics. My particular favorite is David running down the street naked. Pretty funny stuff!
This is a very cute book, one that belongs in everyone's library and it is highly recommended! Don't forget about this book for your next baby shower gift!
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
As the parent of two preschool boys, I certainly see the humor as intended by the author. Answer the door, answer the phone, or use the bathroom and kids are bound to do something they shouldn't to grab attention! Didn't we all?
My kids love the book, and the best part is the hug at the end. However, my oldest child, (...) never picked his nose until we started reading this book, when he was [young]. (And obviously, not every kid will pick up on this.) My oldest child is a very visual learner, and I don't like the part about negative images (like nose-picking) being filed in my child's brain. So, this book was pulled from our repertoire until we resolved the whole nose picking issue.
When a child is old enough to grasp the concept of the humor and a conversation about making a better choice (like getting a Kleenex), instead of imitating the funny pictures, it's a great book. I'm probably not going to read this to my youngest son until he is 4 or 5. That being said... this book is fun and funny, and kids love it! |
Kirsten Wallevand (MSL quote), Farmington, MN
<2006-12-27 00:00>
This book is hilarious! My 3 year-old loves all three of the David books and wants to read them over and over (he already knows all three books by heart) It is a great book for introducing reading to a young child since the text is so simple. The message at the end is positive (even though David's actions are rather negative) since it reinforces unconditional love. No matter what trouble David gets into, his mom still hugs him and says she loves him. I'm sure most parents can relate to having "David-like" moments with their children and often feel like all they say is "No". In an ideal world, all children would be perfect and would never break a vase, splash in a bath, or have a messy room, but in the real world...kids aren't perfect and do have to hear, "No." If you are concerned about David's naughtiness, turn the reading experience into a teachable moment and discuss what David could do instead of the behavior that gets him in trouble. On the whole, though, it's nice to see a realistic child in a book...not all children can behave all the time. |
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