Carry Along Book & Cassette Favorites: Little Gorilla (Hardcover)

from jessy555

Genre: Fantasy Critique of Genre: This is a cute example of fantasy because it is about a baby gorilla whom every animal in the jungle loves, even when he grows up. Media: pastels Age Appropriateness: primary

from conuly

I love the message in this book, that even when Little Gorilla isn't little anymore, everybody still loves him. I'm meh on the illustrations - they're not my favorite style, but that's rarely my priority anyway :) The color choices seem odd to me, but really, I don't pay that much attention mysel...

from bkullman

Sweet book - great pictures/artwork.

from ageoflibrarius

Sweet book about how Little Gorilla is so loved by all in his community---even when he gets big. Conversation starter about family, neighborhoods, growing up--as well as animals, adjectives, birthdays and colors. Potential for discussion about opposites as well--big and little, old and young.

from Rowboat

Both of my children LOVED/love this story. It was one of the first stories that prompted reactions from them...even at very young ages (beginning at around 8 months). It remains a story that is still being requested at three years of age. The illustrations of the gorilla as he grows "big" are ado...