This is a really easy read, and the first in this series. It is the autobiography of author Tomie DePaola. He has written books such as Strega Nona, as well as Big Anthony, and the Cloud book. This year I am moving down to middle primary and I wanted to read a book that children can examine the author's craft to improve their own writing. This is one of those books. The author has written about ideas which are familiar to him with detail. I am hoping by examining this book with my class I can improve their writing.
The book is set in 1938, which is very unfamiliar to the class, but since Tomie's book reflects his life before going to kindergarten, I am hoping that the children can still make connections.
My favourite chapter is Tomie's reflection of seeing Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven dwarves for the first time. I can't wait to read this chapter to the class.
A very enjoyable light read.
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