The Topsy-turvy Towel

By: Julie Goulis

Summary:

Sam, Sally, and Suzy are enjoying a day at the beach. When the ocean carries away the castle they've been building, it's time to create something new. But what? They pick up their towels and they're off on great adventures.

Reader Enjoyment Factors:

The story is presented simply enough that your kids can take off where Sam, Suzy, and Sally left off. The activities expand the learning.

Content Awareness Factors:

It isn't clear from the question "what do you see" if there are hidden images or if it is just a prompt for interactive reading. There are no clues in the front/back material.

Little Kid Reaction

Our preschooler/kindergartner loves this book. S/He has pulled it from the shelf several times. Each time reminds us to turn to the last page so s/he can tell us what to do next.

Parent Reaction

Although the story itself seems pretty bland, it engages our child in using his/her imagination and exploring the pages. The activity pages are fabulous, with easy-to-do activities that you can do together.

Type of Book:
This is a picture book that encourages kids to use their imagination.

Educational Themes:

The story, when combined with the activity ideas in the back, make it easy to bring the themes of the book to life: use your imagination to explore. Use everyday objects in new ways; or explore new things.

Reading Level:
0.0

Recommended Age To Read By Yourself:
7 to 9

Recommended Age To Read Together:
3 to 6

Age of child:
Started reading with 5-year-old child.

Purchase Recommendation:
Borrow, at least. Based on our child's reaction, it propels ideas and exploration in ways we (parents) may miss.