The Littlest Inventor
The Littlest Inventor by Mandi C Mathis (Illustrated by Danielle Ragogna) The Littlest Inventor is a children's picture book which tells a story about adjusting to sensory difficulties with some very sensible "inventions". These days, I'm finding myself reading a lot of really thick textbooks on the subject of autism and sensory processing disorder. As a children's book with limited text and some gorgeous illustrations, this was an absolute breeze to read. I really enjoyed it. At around 30 pages with one or two lines of rhyming text every couple of pages, it's the perfect size for a bedtime story or to read in the classroom. The story is about a boy who goes shopping with his parents and experiences a sensory overload. (Mild spoilers follow) The senses covered include sight, flickering lights, sounds in the form of chatter and smell. The ordeal in the shopping centre leads to a meltdown. When the boy gets home after the experience, he heads up to his bedroom to "invent" his way out of the problem. His inventions deal with the sensory problems and also provide him with sensory stimulation options including a weighted vest and chew toy. Danielle Ragogna’s illustrations are great and recall the style of my favourite children's book artist (Raymond Briggs). They're bright and colourful, simple but full of interesting details. I love the way the littlest inventor and his parents are fully drawn but the other people (that he doesn't know) are drawn as sketchy blue or purple blobs. It really gives you the little inventor’s perspective. If you have a young child with sensory issues, (or if you have an older child whose issues you need to explain to your younger children) this is a great book to get. If you have a elementary school or preschool library to stock, then this book belongs there. The Littlest Inventor is a great practical book with twin messages of "acceptance" and the will to overcome difficulties. You may well find that the littlest inventor inspires you or your children to come up with similar inventions -- and that's a great thing. The Littlest Inventor by Mandi C Mathis (Illustrated by Danielle Ragogna) is available in paperback from Amazon. You can also visit Mandi's website here for more purchasing options. http://www.mandicmathis.com/ Honesty clause; I was provided with an eBook version of this book free of charge for review purposes.
This resource includes 2 sets of 6 posters about the Engineering Design Process. Differentiated mini-anchor-charts are also included. These posters are perfect on a bulletin board at the beginning of the school year. ************************************************************************ ⭐ Please take the time to look at the preview to have an idea of what is included. Files are .pdf. ************************************************************************ Posters included: ✔ Ask ✔ Imagine ✔ Plan ✔ Create ✔ Test ✔ Improve ************************************************************************ What is included: ☑ 6 posters ( color and ink-saver versions) ☑ 3 differentiated mini-anchor charts (answer key included) ☑ Copyright and credits. ************************************************************************ ▶ If you like this product, please leave some feedback so I can get back to you :). You will also receive FREE credits towards your future purchases. ▶ You may blog about this activity but please link back to my store. ************************************************************************ Copyright © Satsumas and Bees. All rights reserved by author. Not for public display. For personal use only. This product is to be used by the original downloader only. Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Can autistic children solve their sensory overload? "The Littlest Inventor" children's book shows how one clever boy turns his sensory issues into success.
These books (for the littlest readers to middle grade readers) drive home some of the most important qualities for inventors: creativity, resilience, and problem-solving.
About the Book Oona the mermaid is friends with everyone, but when her attempts to befriend a shark with sensory issues fail miserably she realizes what may be fun for her may be overwhelming for him. Book Synopsis The big sea's littlest mischief-maker, Oona, is back in another delightful tale from New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award winner Raissa Figueroa.Oona loves to share her inventions with her friends. They're big and bold and LOUD--just like her! But there's one underwater creature who doesn't seem to enjoy Oona's company, or her creations.Stanley the shark! He doesn't care for her squeaky unicorn. And he's far too busy for the Sea Horse Carousel. And oh GOODNESS! Oona's latest hopping, chopping, and popping inventions just make him angry.Oona may not know what Stanley likes, but she does know what he doesn't. And maybe that's a good place to start. Because mermaids never stop trying...not when there's a friend out there to make. Review Quotes "DiPucchio returns here with ebullient Oona...heavy on the charm. Extroverts will see themselves in Oona's quick ability to chat up just about anyone she meets, introverts will appreciate the tender portrayal of Stanley's need for solitude, and aspiring inventors will be delighted by Oona's various contraptions." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Oona's missteps and eventual success will inspire children to be more observant and tolerant of personalities that are different from their own. A welcome addition to the vast sea of friendship books for children. " -- Kirkus Reviews"Intriguing illustrations filled with underwater details, colors, and effects such as filtered sunlight reveal the flora and fauna of Oona's ocean . . . SEL lesson for all ages, Oona learns that fun can loud... but it can also be quiet camaraderie's with individuals happily sharing time together." -- School Library JournalPraise for Oona: "This title celebrates independence, self-confidence, and bravery to try the new even after defeat as Oona becomes aware of the true treasure in her personal effort." -- School Library Journal (starred review)"Oona is an adorable protagonist, with her dark skin, enormous Afro, and striped, orange tail. With her ups and downs and her fundamental ebullience, she will easily win fans... [T]he messages of persistence and of valuing the work of one's own creation are strong and effective. A small heroine young readers will be happy to meet." -- Kirkus Reviews"Oona is undeniably adorable, and her pal Otto is similarly charming. The playful humor is, like Oona herself, "sweet . . . and a little bit salty," bringing together gentleness with just a dash of sass. Disney kids will recognize the book's many nods to The Little Mermaid and appreciate its attempts to diversify the underwater world." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksPraise for Grace for President: "DiPucchio and Pham are game gals. Explaining the electoral system to adults isn't easy, but they make it understandable to kids." -- Booklist"Thought-provoking and timely." -- School Library Journal"Delivers lessons on electoral votes, polls, and the reason every vote counts." -- New York TimesPraise for Dragon Was Terrible: "The text and illustrations work together to offer readers a different story--one that is modern and timeless... This is one terribly good dragon tale that will leave readers laughing and with an appreciation for the healing power of a good book." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"In naive, flattened cartoons, Pizzoli mixes modern and medieval with aplomb as Dragon TP's a castle and spray paints "Dragon was here" on a wall underneath a posted notice from the king promising a reward to whomever stops Dragon. These pictures, combined with DiPucchio's clearly disapproving narrator make Dragon's transgressions all the funnier." -- Publishers Weekly"Funny details abound in Pizzoli's cartoon illustrations...The witty, conversational-style narration interjects timely comments. VERDICT: In this laugh-out-loud picture book, the powers of storytelling triumphantly tame the beast." -- School Library JournalPraise for Super Manny Stands Up: "This charming story marries the mania for superheroes with a potent anti-bullying message, making it an apt tale for present times." -- Kirkus Reviews"DiPucchio's...brevity and directness should make an instant connection with readers. Graegin's pencil-and-ink pictures seem unassuming and lighthearted..., but when the lunchroom scene unfolds, the images take on surprising and touching drama, creating a powerful moment of truth." -- Publishers Weekly"VERDICT: This wonderful read-aloud is sure to be a crowd-pleaser." -- School Library JournalPraise for Everyone Loves Bacon: "Retro art meets wry humor in this very funny tale of hubris set in a diner. Throughout, Wight's expressive illustrations meet DiPucchio's text at every humorous turn as they define the foodstuffs-er, characters with cartoonish panache. A bacon book so funny that perhaps even some vegetarians will love it." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"DiPucchio and Wight...tell a comically cautionary story that's worthy of Behind the Music. DiPucchio's short, direct text provides just the right setup for Wight's boisterous, spoofy drawings and egomaniacal star. His bright-eyed anthropomorphism and visual nudges should remind many readers of Veggie Tales at its most supremely silly." -- Publishers Weekly
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