Writing in rhyme is hard to do. So when it's done well, it's a standout joy to read.
Make More S'mores is one of those fantastic rhyming books!
Author: Cathy Ballou Mealey
Illustrator: Ariel Landry
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press, 2023
Themes: Friendship, Sharing, Food
Opening Line(s):
"Glowing coals are finally ready.
Roscoe holds his sharp stick steady."
What I like about this book: I'm a fan of books that do rhyme well. It's hard!!
We also have a "Roscoe" that's been visiting our backyard, and stole a box of chocolate truffles that was sent to my husband and delivered to the side steps while we were away. On the security camera, I thought Roscoe was knocking at the door! Turns out he probably needed more chocolate for s'mores, LOL.
The illustrations capture Roscoe's emotions well and use blue/pink and orange/blue contrasting tones to make the images pop off the page. Roscoe is the host I wish I could be. He's patient and sweet and a great role model for readers.
Activities:
- Make s'mores!
- Invite friends to share a treat with you and ask your reader/listener to help you calculate how much food/other treats you're going to need
- Discuss what you would do if there is only one cookie and two people want it. What if it's something you can't cut in half (like a stuffed animal or hair barrette)?
- Read another of the author's books and discuss which you prefer and why
- Make up a two-line rhyme about a food you like (keep going if you feel inspired!)
For more Perfect Picture Book Friday suggestions - visit Susanna Leonard Hill's blog!
Thank you for your kind review of MAKE MORE S'MORES Wendy! I am so sorry that your local Roscoe stole your truffles - bad manners! But I'd much rather see him at my door that all those hungry bears - or a Mama Bean separated from her cubs! I so appreciate the post!
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