Little Sister, Big Mess!

Written by Jane E. Gerver · Illustrated by Shelley Dieterichs

Part of the Rookie Readers series

Discover how stories and culture shape identity and influence choices.

3.2 Goodreads · 12 ratings

32 pages· 110L

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Bookroo's summary

Join a boy and his sister as they embark on a delightful cookie-baking adventure, discovering the world of opposites along the way. As they mix, measure, and bake, their playful journey unfolds through engaging language and vibrant illustrations. This charming tale not only entertains but also introduces young readers to the concept of opposites, encouraging them to explore language and culture. Will their teamwork lead to the perfect batch of cookies, or will their differences create a recipe for chaos? Dive into this sweet story to find out!

From the publisher

Fits national reading standards by linking images to the text to provide picture clues and introduces age-appropriate vocabulary.- This series meets the Reading First initiative.- The repetitive language, structure, and rhyming patterns help children decipher words.- Word lists at the back of each book help build reading vocabularies.Grades K-4 Social Studies StandardsCulture: I- Describe ways in which language, stories, folktales, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture and influence behavior of people living in a particular culture.Individual Development and Identity: IV- Work independently and cooperatively to accomplish goals.- Explore factors that contribute to one’s personal identity such as interests, capabilities, and perceptions.- Describe the unique features of one’s nuclear and extended families.- Identify and describe ways family, groups, and community influence the individual’s daily life and personal choices.

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