It's a Book

 

Smith, L. (2011). It's a book. NY: Roaring Brook.

"It's a Book" by Lane Smith is a picture book about a monkey who is trying to read a book. However, his friend, the jackass, who is consumed by technology seem to have no idea what a book is. Through out the book his friend questions him about "the book." The monkey even appears frustrated at his ignorance. At the end the jackass is captivated by how amazing the book is and refuses to give it back.

Textbook Assignment 1:

Illustrations: The illustrations create or complement the story and are an essential part of evaluating a picture book.

In the picture book, "It's a Book,” Lane Smith makes great use of it’s illustrations to complement the story. The frustration felt by the monkey can be seen and felt throughout the book because of the pictures.

 

Here is the link to the book trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4BK_2VULCU

Lesson Plan from Teaching Library:
http://www.teachingideas.co.uk/library/books/its-a-book/