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Roller Coaster

Roller Coaster

Published in
2003
4.06
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Description

From Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Marla Frazee, a thrilling picture book that takes readers up, up, up to the highest point of a roller coaster, where no book has ever gone before! Wheeeeeeee! This exhilarating amusement park visit begins with a line of prospective riders, eagerly awaiting their turn . . . with at least one person who has never done this before. Zooming, swerving, dipping, and diving, this delightful story featuring a breathtaking ride and a hilarious range of reactions, will help readers lose their roller coaster anxiety. Marla Frazee's witty narrative and slyly building of tension delivers an experience unlike any other and will have readers begging to take another ride.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
beginner
Length
32 pages

Why to read

  • Engaging Illustrations: Marla Frazee's 'Roller Coaster' features vibrant and dynamic illustrations that capture the excitement and emotions of a roller coaster ride, making it visually appealing for readers of all ages.
  • Universal Theme: The book explores the universally relatable theme of facing fears and trying something new. It's a great conversation starter about courage and the joy of overcoming apprehension.
  • Reading Development: With its simple yet expressive text, 'Roller Coaster' is an excellent choice for early readers to practice their reading skills while being entertained by the story's progression and rhythm.
  • Emotional Journey: The book takes readers on an emotional journey that mirrors the physical one of a roller coaster ride, providing a fun and thrilling experience that can help children understand and express their own emotions.