David is a small boy who gets into trouble at school. He chews gum in class, talks out of turn, draws on his desk, pushes in line, and ends up in detention. Each time, his teacher says "No, David!" or something similar, in a way that every child will recognize. By the end, he gets a small reprieve, because he finally does something right. The pictures, drawn with a childlike crayon feel, tell as much as the sparse text.
This picture book is for preschool and early elementary children and parents. It is useful for talking about classroom rules in a funny way, since kids see themselves in David. Its bold colors, big faces and cheerful chaos make it a reliable choice for read-aloud sessions at the start of the school year.
Practical, outward-looking, growth-minded, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1999
- Language
- EN
