Book
Astro the Alien learns about the dodo / by Emily Sohn ; illustrated by Carlos Aón.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781684508488 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 1684508487
- ISBN: 9781684046089 (paperback)
- ISBN: 1684046084
- Physical Description: 32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Publisher: Chicago : Norwood House Press, [2021]
Content descriptions
| Target Audience Note: | Grades K-1 Norwood House Press. |
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| Subject: | Dodo. Extinct birds. |
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Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at Kenton County.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington Branch | ER SOHN E (Text) | 33126024865861 | Easy Reader | Available | - |
| Independence Branch | ER SOHN E (Text) | 33126024865754 | Easy Reader | Available | - |
- School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2021 April
Copyright 2021 School Library Journal.K-Gr 2â Two kids and an alien learn about extinct creatures in this early reader series. Ben and Eva visit locations such as the zoo and museums to teach their alien friend, Astro, about animals. They also use his spaceship to travel through time in one book. Along the way, the kids share facts and answer Astro's questions in simple language aimed at new readers: "'What is that?' asked Astro. 'It's a dodo bird,' said Eva. 'There are none left,' said Ben" (Dodo ). While the text is accessible, it is also stiff and unengaging. Occasional forced attempts at humor do not add to the story or the characters' personalities (e.g.,T. Rex , "'It had a big, strong bite," said Ben. 'So do I,' said Astro"). The kids explain why each animal disappeared, sometimes finishing with a positive statement about changing the world. Cartoon drawings depict story content adequately.VERDICT Neither the narrative content nor the facts are strong enough to engage most readers.