Wait, Skates!

by Mildred D. Johnson

This excellent beginning-to-read series will score easily with early readers.

Genres: Mathematics

Paperback

First published March 1, 1983

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good story for emergent readers.

[Rocheal Hoffman · Rating 5 out of 5]

My kindergartener read this with a little assistance, and cracked up the entire time. This book is engaging and has amusing illustrations. I enjoyed the word list at the end of the book.
This book has mathematical directional words such as, in, out, on, and straight, making it a fun introduction to directional lessons. Children may make skates (piece of paper under their shoes) and make their 'skates' go in, out, etc.

[Dana Snyder · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like the Rookie Reader Series. I have seen these both in my Pre-K and Kindergarten classes. The children always get a kick out of the illustrations. This book teaches children about directional terms such as: in, out, straight. An extension could be discussing other directional terms. I also liked this book because the main character shows perseverance, which is a good concept to instill in young children. This book series can be sent home for parents to read with their children.

[Gala · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book while walking with the class back from lunch. The students were looking at me laughing at this funny little story. Great read for emergent readers. I am surprise to see a second grader reading it.

[Partridge Public]

Johnson, Mildred D.

[Court]

I like that he tried and tried again.