Jack And The Box: Toon Books Level 1 (2008) - Plot & Excerpts
1. Genre: Graphic Novel2. When Jack gets a new toy, he is excited to play with it. This toy is full of surprises, each time the box opens, something new awaits Jack's discovery.3. a) Area for Comment: Vocabularyb) While I found this book a tad bit creepy, I did notice that the author uses very appropriate vocabulary suitable for young readers (4-6 years old). This in itself made me appreciate the book a little more. I know that young, emerging readers would take to this book because it is so silly and easy for them to read/memorize.c) Examples: Every time Jack makes the box pop open, the author uses the word, "pop". This is repeated throughout the book and children will grasp the word quickly.On pages 3 and 4, Jack tried hard to get the box open and he calls it "silly". Likewise, Jack says that he wants to play with the toy, but the toy says no. Children are sure to relate to this.4. Curriculum Connection: I am not sure if I would use this book because I did find it a bit creepy, with the Jack in the box popping up whenever he wanted to. However, I would use it to teach children the concept of word and perhaps new vocabulary. I am a huge fan of Art Spiegelman's comics for adults, and was excited to see this children's book of his. The Toon Book series is billed as "a first comic for brand-new readers." Unfortunately, this work is sorely lacking in plot and entertainment, and I can think of countless picture books that are far more imaginative while still employing a limited vocabulary. The art isn't that stimulating either, though I normally appreciate Spiegelman's craft.I very much support introducing comics to kids at a young age, but this book may not be a good way to do so.
What do You think about Jack And The Box: Toon Books Level 1 (2008)?
I love Toon Books! Thanks, Art & Francoise, from this longtime reader.
—dirtytoastr
This book will give me more nightmares than Maus did.
—swati
This book is way too terrifying for children.
—Gladys
