FICTION

I Could Be, You Could Be

by Karen OWEN
978-1-84686-405-6.
COPY ISBN
PreS-Gr 1—In this sweet story, a boy and a girl make believe they are everything from astronauts to animals in the jungle. Each spread has a rhyming couplet that begins either with "I" or "You": "I could be the king or queen/Making all the rules"; "You could be a dragon/Guarding all their jewels." This simple formula and clear writing make the story accessible for listeners who love to play pretend games as well as for beginning readers. Barroux's eye-catching acrylic and pencil illustrations are filled with vibrant color and evoke a joyful feeling. The book is great for sharing aloud and sparking discussions about imagination and pretend.—Lora Van Marel, Orland Park Public Library, IL
Reviewed by Lora Van Marel , May 01, 2011

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