Review of I'm So Thankful for My School Supplies

[MsH2k]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "I'm So Thankful for My School Supplies" by Jamal Blair.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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At first glance at the title of this children’s book, one may be tempted to dismiss it as a humdrum topic. Few kids would be thankful for school supplies. New shoes or a new hairstyle may bring a smile to a student’s face at the beginning of the school year, but hardly anyone would be excited about getting a new eraser.

Teacher, author, and illustrator Jamal Blair quickly allays any doubts about the engagement factor of this read. Starting with the dedication, the rhymes in this 39-page book entertain and engage the reader with clever phrases and a smooth rhythm.

Written in an AABBA rhyming scheme, a clue to the school supply’s identity is presented first, followed by its name and illustration on the next page. Blair’s drawings are simple and realistic, sprinkled with a dash of animation to keep the target age group engaged. The picture of the calculator is one of my favorites. The number displayed is 0.7734, a rite of passage for a first-time calculator owner: learning how to spell hello when the calculator is turned upside down. Virtues of 15 school supplies were extolled. The items ranged from crayons to folders to scissors, and I especially appreciated the clue for the lowly eraser: “If I write and regret my decision, Then, forgiving me is your sole mission.”

I reviewed the Kindle edition of this book, and it was perfect for holding the suspense before turning the page to find out if I had guessed the object correctly. Another benefit of an online edition is that it allows family members and other adults to share the reading experience remotely with a child.

I rate I’m So Thankful for My School Supplies! 4 out of 4 stars. There was nothing I disliked in this delightful read. The rhythm and message of the verses will keep children engaged and encourage them to appreciate everyday school supplies they may have taken for granted. I recommend this book for readers ages 3 through 7. The format would work well in a classroom as a riddle exercise. The words are not phonetically challenging—the teacher part of the author has ensured this—but conscientious readers will need a dictionary to learn the meaning of a few terms.

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[khaulah]

I loved the format of this book. It would be fun to solve the riddles with children. I'm sure the kids will love it. Thanks for your recommendation!

[Yasmine Zaki Muhieddine]

The title captivated me and made me want to discover the book. I enjoyed the review and after reading it, I wished I had this author as my teacher

[Okorji98]

The rhythm and message of the verses will keep children engaged and encourage them to appreciate everyday school supplies they may have taken for granted. A great children’s book.

[Olomofe]

This book seems thrilling and relieving for children. The presence of rhymes and drawings consolidates its quality

[Jermaine Moonsamy]

Kids can learn a lot from this book knowing how important that u have your own supplies of school stuff and appreciate them.

[MsH2k]

I loved the format of this book. It would be fun to solve the riddles with children. I'm sure the kids will love it. Thanks for your recommendation!

I was impressed with how the author kept the rhyming scheme throughout the entire book. Both the dedication and the afterword kept the flow intact. It was indeed a fun read.

Thank you for stopping by, khaulah. I appreciate your visit.

[Hager Salem]

What a wonderful idea! how absurd is it for someone my age to be interested in such a book?

[MsH2k]

The title captivated me and made me want to discover the book. I enjoyed the review and after reading it, I wished I had this author as my teacher

The author is quite a talented teacher--and illustrator! Judging from his rhythm and rhyming abilities, I wouldn't be surprised if he was a musician too.

Thank you for your visit and your comment.

[Chris Walter Mason]

I love reading children's books, I hope this one will be interesting. I will like to read it to gain some knowledge in teaching my kids. Weldon.

[Josephe-Anne]

I like the fact that this book teaches children to be grateful for their school supplies in a fun and interactive way. It sounds like the author put a lot of thought into writing and illustrating it.

Thank you for your wonderful review and analysis.

[Kavita Shah]

Always grateful to the school supplies. The book sounds great and memorable. And after reading your review, I learnt how to say hello on a calculators- Amazing!

[Duwire Banda]

This children's book sounds very intriguing although I am not a fun of such books. Great review.

[MsH2k]

I like the fact that this book teaches children to be grateful for their school supplies in a fun and interactive way. It sounds like the author put a lot of thought into writing and illustrating it.

Thank you for your wonderful review and analysis.

Yes, the author did put a fresh spin on these school supplies. Solving the clues would be a fun classroom exercise.

Thank you for your visit and your comment, Josephe-Anne!

[MsH2k]

The rhythm and message of the verses will keep children engaged and encourage them to appreciate everyday school supplies they may have taken for granted. A great children’s book.

It is a clever children's book indeed. The author is obviously a teacher who knows how to engage his students.
Thank you for your visit.