Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Troll Swap by Leigh Hodgkinson-OPTIONAL



Hodgkinson, Leigh, Troll Swap. pgs. 29. Nosy Crow, 2013. $15.99. PICTURE BOOK.

Timothy Limpet is a troll who’s not messy, loud, or untidy. Tabitha Lumpit is a nose-picking, puddle-jumping, loud, messy little girl. Both are misunderstood and want to be able to act like who they are. When the two bump into each other, they decide to switch places. Will Tabitha decide to stay with the trolls? Will Timothy decide to stay with the humans?

The illustrations are cute and colorful, but still complement the text. The words spelled out would be helpful for early literacy skill teaching and practice. Although the book has cute enough premise, the story still leaves something to be desired. Nevertheless, young children who like monsters will enjoy having this book read to them. PreK, EL (K-3). OPTIONAL. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services Librarian, WHI Public Library.

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