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Indlæser... Hungry Johnny (udgave 2014)af Cheryl Kay Minnema (Forfatter), Wesley Ballinger (Illustrator)
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Bliv medlem af LibraryThing for at finde ud af, om du vil kunne lide denne bog. Der er ingen diskussionstråde på Snak om denne bog. At the Ojibwa community feast, observing the bounty of festive foods and counting the numerous elders yet to be seated, Johnny learns to be patient and respectful despite his growling tummy. I am always on the hunt for new books that authentically share a people or community of color perspective on life. This one fit the need. Little Johnny really wants to eat but has to wait for his baby elder grandma to take him to a Native American celebration. Then he has to wait for the prayer to end, then wait for the elders to eat. Through all of this he learns about community, respect, and family. He is rewarded with a big sweet roll at the end. I love how Ojibway words are interwoven and the cultural lens comes out in this book. My beginning reader kid enjoys the repetition and some of the sentences are easy enough for her to read aloud. My personal response to the book: This is an excellent book that will grab the attention of young children. It would be a great book to have in the library when teaching about manners. Curricular connections: The curricular connections include: respect for elders, patience, taking turns, school counseling and Native Americans. The TL, teacher and school counselor could use this book for teaching manners at school.
Johnny is like many children: a busy, hungry little boy who must learn patience from his family members, but I sensed that the story is both ordinary and special because it includes reminders of the traditions and generosity of Native Americans. Ballinger’s colorful illustrations bring life to each page. The details of Johnny’s moccasins, his little plastic buddy, Grandma’s beaded earrings, and the community that Johnny is part of today reflect Ballinger’s understanding of life from Johnny’s point of view...I would recommend this book as an addition to any collection. Notable Lists
"I like to eat, eat, eat," choruses young Johnny as he watches Grandma at work in the kitchen. Wild rice, fried potatoes, fruit salad, frosted sweet rolls -- what a feast! Johnny can hardly contain his excitement. In no time, he'll be digging in with everyone else, filling his belly with all this good food. But wait. First there is the long drive to the community center. And then an even longer Ojibwe prayer. And then -- well, young boys know to follow the rules: elders eat first, no matter how hungry the youngsters are. Johnny lingers with Grandma, worried that the tasty treats won't last. Seats at the tables fill and refill; platters are emptied and then replaced. Will it ever be their turn? And will there be enough? No library descriptions found. |
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