I Can See Just Fine

Author: Barclay, Eric

Edition: Illustrated

Features:

• I Can See Just Fine

Format: Picture Book

Number Of Pages: 32

Details:

Paige is just like every other kid. She goes to school. She practices her violin. She plays outside. The only problem is, she cannot quite see the chalkboard, her sheet music, or anything else! Despite Paige’s repeated refrain of “I can see just fine,” the comical illustrations portray a different story. Paige’s parents decide it’s time for her to visit the eye doctor, despite her protests. But Paige’s stubbornness quickly dissolves as she braves an enthralling eye checkup, enjoys a playful frame selection, and, most importantly, ends up with perfect eyesight! Barclay successfully depicts a very real and relevant issue with lightheartedness and gentle humor. Young readers will relate to Paige’s journey and celebrate her triumph of seeing clearly in the end. Praise for I Can See Just Fine "It’s a useful, non-didactic story for kids in Paige’s situation―and utterly fun, too.” -- Publishers Weekly "A gentle way to introduce the topic of eyeglasses with a resistant child and what to expect in finding a solution." -- Shelf Awareness for Readers "With an attractive, clean layout and big speech bubbles, this story is one that young readers will easily follow as Paige ultimately triumphs with her new glasses." -- School Library Journal "This is an easy picture book for beginning readers with full-color illustrations. The stylized, pleasing illustrations are done well and a lot of children can relate to the situation." -- Library Media Connection From School Library Journal Gr 1-3–Barclay approaches the subject of eyesight and glasses with empathy and humor. Paige insists that she can see “just fine,” but the illustrations show that she has mistaken a skunk for a kitten, can't see the sheet music in orchestra, and has her bedtime book upside down. Children will delight in noticing the details that contradict the child's declarations. When she finally receives her glasses after a visit to the eye doctor, two pictures (one blurry and one crisp) settle the matter in a simple, yet convincing manner. With an attractive, clean layout and big speech bubbles, this story is one that young readers will easily follow as Paige ultimately triumphs with her new glasses.–Nora Clancy, Teachers College Community School, New York Cityα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. From Booklist Paige’s teacher notices that she is having trouble seeing the chalkboard. Dad observes that the “kitty” she brings home is a skunk. Could it be that Paige needs glasses? In her opinion, which is often repeated, “I can see just fine!” Still, Mom takes her to have an eye exam and to choose frames. Later, when Paige first looks through her new glasses, she suddenly goes from seeing “just fine” to seeing “EVERYTHING!” Told with simplicity and wit, the story has a good mix of narrative and information. Children anticipating their first eye exams will appreciate knowing about eye drops and the “mask with nobs and buttons,” while other kids will absorb the details as a small part of the narrative. The digital illustrations have clean lines and subdued colors as well as bits of hidden visual humor. The Paige’s-eye view of the world just before—and just after—putting on her glasses will be a revelation to children who haven’t had that experience. Fine for reading aloud. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan

About the Author:

Eric Barclay has been illustrating and designing for the advertising world for more than a decade, working with clients such as American Express, Disneyland Paris, Nokia, Sprint, Hyatt Hotels, and Westin Kids Club. He currently illustrates for American Greetings and Hallmark. He lives in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and their two daughters....

EAN: 9781419708015

Release Date: 06-08-2013

Languages: English

Item Note: Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp.Has a remainder mark. Hardcover Used - Like New Ships fast! 2013

Item Condition: UsedLikeNew

Binding: Hardcover