oday's read looked adorable and promises a little magic and kid goodness. I believe it is one that also helps out beginning readers, too.
So, let's just take a look and find out more!
MAGGIE'S MAGIC T-SHIFT
The Magic Begins
by Teri Farrari
34 pages
ages 4 to 8
Maggie has no idea that her new flowery pink t-shirt is a Magic T-Shirt. But when she starts dropping and dribbling things all over it, the Magic T-Shirt begins to play tricks. Join Maggie and her friends to discover what happens when the Magic T-Shirt starts to grow and grow and grow……How big will the T-Shirt grow? What will Maggie do when her Magic T-Shirt grows as big as a tent? Follow Maggie as she discovers just how magical and mischievous her t-shirt can be. Maggie’s Magic T-Shirt, The Magic Begins, is the first in a series of enchanting story books about a little girl called Maggie and her Magic T-Shirt.
Created by early years educationalist, Teri Farrari, The Magic Begins is the perfect book for pre-school and kindergarten age children, who enjoy funny, magical stories. The captivating color illustrations, plus a lively arrangement of text, enables children to have fun learning new words and repeating words as the story is read out to them. Maggie's Magic T-Shirt, The Magic Begins, nurtures an enthusiasm for books in young children and helps facilitate early reading development.
Teri Farrari is an acknowledged authority on the development of early learning skills. She has featured regularly on television, radio and in other national and international media, including Parents Magazine.
MY TIDBITS
With a very relatable situation, this tale adds a touch of magic to create an easy-to-enjoy adventure.
Maggie loves pink. When her grandmother gives her a T-shirt with pink flowers, she's super excited and swears never to take it off again. Maggie wears it everywhere and every day. Unfortunately, Maggie isn't a clean girl and the shirt grows increasingly dirty. To make matters more interesting, the T-shirt happens to be a little magical and grows every time something is spilled on it.
This is a simple, yet oh-so fun adventure. Maggie is a normal, cheerful girl, and her love for her favorite t-shirt is more than understandable. Readers will have no trouble sympathizing with her as they remember their own favorite items. They'll also understand the problem as the shirt grows messier and messier and wonder why it isn't getting a wash. Still, this book doesn't roll into bad hygiene or disgusting. Rather, things flip-flop as the shirt begins to grow and grow. It begs the question of what will happen next, since Maggie doesn't want to remove the shirt, either. So, it packs a little tension in all the right ways to keep those pages turning. The ending is well-rounded with a bit of unpredictability and fun before sliding in the last bit of message.
Everything about this book embraces a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The illustrations head in the direction of younger drawings to slide in the same familiar atmosphere that Maggie's love for the t-shirt does. Yet, the illustrations are well done and bring across each scene nicely. The text is just right for beginning readers and packs enough excitement to keep them in the story, since it isn't clear what will happen next. The words aren't over-whelming and, still, practice reading skills. At the end of the book, there's a quick question-answer section for reading comprehension. This also makes a lovely read-aloud, and it wouldn't surprise me if this one got the word 'again'.
And here she is...
I’m passionate about creating early learning materials and books that make a difference in children’s lives.
My innovating early learning schools, initially set up for my own daughter, have been featured on national, international television and radio stations, such as BBC News, Sky Television and Channel 9 (Australia), and in many publications like The Sunday Time, The Observer, Daily Mail and Parents Magazine. I’ve dedicated my career to helping children learn in ways that excite and inspire them, and I’m excited to share my knowledge of early learning with you and your family.
As a developmental psychologist, natural health practitioner and author, I’ve spent years understanding how the enrichment of early learning can significantly nurture children’s confidence, creativity, and resilience – some of the vital attributes that children need to achieve a happy and successful life in our rapidly changing and uncertain world.
Learning should be fun, inspirational, and meaningful. Let me help you to help your child become inspired and engaged with a wealth of joyous learning experiences.
My innovating early learning schools, initially set up for my own daughter, have been featured on national, international television and radio stations, such as BBC News, Sky Television and Channel 9 (Australia), and in many publications like The Sunday Time, The Observer, Daily Mail and Parents Magazine. I’ve dedicated my career to helping children learn in ways that excite and inspire them, and I’m excited to share my knowledge of early learning with you and your family.
As a developmental psychologist, natural health practitioner and author, I’ve spent years understanding how the enrichment of early learning can significantly nurture children’s confidence, creativity, and resilience – some of the vital attributes that children need to achieve a happy and successful life in our rapidly changing and uncertain world.
Learning should be fun, inspirational, and meaningful. Let me help you to help your child become inspired and engaged with a wealth of joyous learning experiences.
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You can find more about her works, worksheets, and such... https://terifarrari.com/collections/all
