I Am Sam-I-Am

by Tish Rabe, Tom Brannon (Illustrator)

A board book based on Green Eggs and Ham! for Dr. Seuss's youngest fans!

In this sweet, sturdy board book, Sam-I-Am shares the story of how he persuades his friend to try green eggs and ham. (What's Sam's secret? He never stops trying, of course!) Written in rhymed verse, this funny board book is an ideal introduction to the story for toddlers and preschoolers too young for the classic Beginner Book. Now everyone in the family--even pre-readers--can share in the fun and learn a valuable life lesson about trying new things!

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books, Kids, Poetry

26 pages, Board Book

Published January 8, 2019

About the author

Tish Rabe is the bestselling author of over 170 books for Sesame Street, Disney, Dr. Seuss, and many more. She is Founder and Content Creator of Tish Rabe Books, LLC, an independent publishing company that partners with nonprofits and businesses to create books that make a positive difference in the lives of children, parents, teachers, and caregivers worldwide.

"Sweet Dreams Ahead Time for Bed" is a gentle, rhyming storybook written in partnership with Pajama Program, a national nonprofit that promotes healthy sleep routines and gives pajamas and books to children facing adversity.

"Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money", helps children learn how to manage money. It was produced with Clarity 2 Prosperity, a business development company for financial advisors. To learn more, visit tishrabe.com.

Reviews

[Michelle Haggard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Counting this as I finished an additional beginner set of another 10 dr seuss books. Very much and cute to read with my daughters, although I got a little tongue tied! 😜

[Faloni ©]

At these times you should encourage your children to keep up the reading skills. This book will help your child to develop a love for reading. 🥰

[Dannon Hewitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son loves this book and anything to do with green eggs and ham

[Rory Toohey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not sure what the point of making Green Eggs and Ham even simpler, but it does align nicely to the tune of "Say My Name" by Destiny's Child.

[Anthony · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sam-I-Am tells his side of the story of how he got his unwilling "friend" to eat a plate of green eggs and ham.

[Wade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Based on the Dr Seuss book. But what makes it a good read is that it is short and good for children as they learn to read.

[Alyssa Victoriana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love how this book is based off of the Dr. Suess book Green Eggs and Ham. This book is filled with rhymes and is really great for children just beginning to read. It is such a cute and fun book to read especially for children who are not so good with trying new things. This book is about Sam trying to convince his friends to try the green eggs and ham. It teaches a life lesson about trying new things. Very great children’s book.

[Andrés · Rating 3 out of 5]

Standing on its own, this book is fine, even good. I really don't remember the original Green Eggs and Ham, though, so it might just be restating everything in that book. I like the invitation on the last page, "Would you like to try some, too?"

[Nicki · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is ok if you have a kid that won't sit still for the whole Green Eggs and Ham, but it doesn't compare to the original.

[Pinky · Rating 3 out of 5]

More rhyming from Sam-I-Am and his reluctant friend, yet in the end Sam's friend does finally eat green eggs and ham.

[Jon Nakapalau · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new take on Green Eggs and Ham!

[Shanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute picture book that focuses on Sam-I-Am from Dr. Seuss's picture book Green Eggs and Ham.

[IvyInThePages · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4 leaves out of 5
Characters: 4/5
Cover: 4/5
Story: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
Genre: Children/ Board book
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes

[Courtney Madison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Please let me read this book to see if I want it!?

[Debbie Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE SAM I AM!!!! Dr, Seuss is a masterpiece!

[Briana · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing book I lost my sh*t this book made my boyfriend give me back rubs

[Lisa Gravely · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun book. My grandsons enjoyed it!

[Robin Obara · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s good to try new things.

[Kevin · Rating 1 out of 5]

What the hell is this??? Was there something wrong with the original Green Eggs and Ham? Why would you make this strange abridged version???

[Hailey Crose · Rating 5 out of 5]

OUTSTANDING READ

[Classroom #9 · Rating 3 out of 5]

A persuasive story of Sam-I-Am offering his friend green eggs and ham in many different ways.

[Emma Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute little book. It is similar to green eggs and ham. It seems to just be from a different perspective.

[Spencer & Theo Pilot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Want to read Green Eggs and Ham to a little one but short on time, or attention span?

This book is this perfect solution. We both love the short sentences, and little rhymes. My child stays engaged while reading this as we work up to the larger volume Dr. Seuss books.

[K Morlando · Rating 5 out of 5]

we loved reading this!

[David · Rating 1 out of 5]

A depressingly lazy way to copy a good Dr. Seuss story when you have no ideas to add, but just want to sell more books.