I Won A What?

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 6, 2017

Review

A funny story about a boy who wants a pet, but his parents keep saying no until he convinces them to let him win a goldfish at the fair. Little does the boy know that his prize winning goldfish is not a goldfish at all, but a whale. Story reinforces the responsibility of taking care of a pet which sometimes is not always fun , because of the work that is involved.

The illustrations are created using an Apple computer and a #2 pencil. They coincide with the text and emphasize the feelings of the boys love of his whale and the frustrations and warnings of his parents in owning a pet. The ending is wonderful example of the love between a pet and its person.

Recommended for Pre-K to 2nd grade. A good book for read alouds and for curriculum support with the use of many sight words within the text.

Overall Book Score: very good