The OK Book
Nov 08, Kathryn rated it really liked it Shelves: I give this one five stars for the idea and three stars for the execution. The concept is really fun as the character is shaped like "OK" and it tells how it is "ok" at many things, like swinging in a tree, doing handstands, etc. However, I found myself getting a little bored once the novelty wore off as there really wasn't much "special" about the illustrations or the text.
The ending has a nice message, though. View all 4 comments.
The author of more than 30 books, Rosenthal was one of my favorite picture book writers. She had a knack for producing work that was just the right balance of clever and emotional—clever without being smug; emotional without being sappy. She had a great talent, a great sense of humor, and, judging by her creative output, a great passion for the little things that make up a life. You can pick up just about any of her books and come away with a smile. The OK Book is just one example of the many wonderful titles in her bibliography. The OK Book is more than just an ok book.
Pairing for the first time with artist Tom Lichtenheld, who would go on to illustrate several of her most popular books, including Duck! Or Bedtime for Mommy. Or any and all of the numerous other books Amy Krouse Rosenthal left us as her legacy. Sep 04, The Styling Librarian rated it it was amazing Shelves: I love when these two book creators work together.
Appreciate the simple reflection on how not being fantastic at something is just fine. Apr 18, Sherry rated it it was amazing. To just be ok? Aug 12, Danielle rated it it was amazing Shelves: Brilliant concept and execution. Plus, it's ok to be ok. There's time to become excellent at something. The letters "O" and "K" are used to make a stick figure who tries out different things. Though OK isn't really great at anything, they enjoy trying things and are fine with being just okay at them, knowing that they'll get better in the future.
Nov 28, Reba Walton rated it really liked it Shelves: This is a simple story about how it's ok not to be great at everything. Ok enjoys trying a lot of activities and ok enjoys just being ok at them while he waits to figure out what he is great at. This will be read as part of my growth mindset unit for second graders.
Sep 12, Faith Tydings rated it liked it. I love Amy Krouse Rosenthal and I love most of her books. This one was cute but it fell a little short with me. Still a big fan of the author! Apr 12, Sarah rated it really liked it. The child-like illustrations stick person are a perfect fit, and there are just the right number of examples. Feb 05, Annette rated it it was amazing. This was super cute book. One day he says he will be excellent at something and until that day he is having fun finding out what he will be excellent at.
Cute idea -- OK guy.
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May 22, Kerri rated it it was amazing. I really enjoy Amy Krouse Rosenthal. I love her fascination with word play and how she incorporates that into her books.
Fun book especially when you pay close attention to the illustrations. My kids loved the "I'm an OK sharer" page.
Silly yet profound picture book. Dec 26, Ms Threlkeld rated it liked it Shelves: Ironically, this story is just ok, although the last page elevated it to 3 stars. Good for talking to kids about a fixed vs. May 05, Gary Anderson rated it really liked it. I don't know what it is yet Dec 03, Beyond the Pages rated it really liked it Shelves: Great use of OILS.
From the team that created the bestselling I Wish You More, this is a motivational picture book for exceptionally OK children!In this clever and visual play. The OK Book Hardcover – April 24, From the team that created the bestselling I Wish You More, this is a motivational picture book for exceptionally OK children! This item:The OK Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal Hardcover $
Dec 06, Mikayla Brown rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book is great, in it we follow a child as they state all the things they are ok at doing. I would recommend this book to preK to 1st grade because it is a very easy book to read, and it has a very important lesson they need to hear. I gave this book 5 stars because it is very cute, and discussed something not found in most books, and the ill This book is great, in it we follow a child as they state all the things they are ok at doing. I gave this book 5 stars because it is very cute, and discussed something not found in most books, and the illustrations were adorable even though they were simple.
The genre is fiction. Apr 04, Debbie Smith rated it really liked it Shelves: This creative book has short sentences with cute figures created with the letters O and K. All of the sparse illustrations and text have OK in different positions performing the act. This is a wonderful book for creative children to see wha This creative book has short sentences with cute figures created with the letters O and K.
This is a wonderful book for creative children to see what an artist can do with the letters O and K. But more than that it is a valuable message that being OK is just fine and may one day lead to finding something you are better than OK doing, or maybe not. Such a great reminder to engage in life! Jan 28, Anam Fatima rated it it was amazing Shelves: For all the immense profundity of picture books and its relevance across age groups I, for one, discovered the beauties not very early in life. However, my ravenous appetite has me gorging them at a rapid rate.
I have to admit it intrigues how a younger version of me would have responded to the wisdom and silent encouragement these books provide. Working with children to a certain extent has compensated for any loss that I may feel. HarperCollins April 24, Language: Don't have a Kindle? Our favorite toys for everyone on your list Shop now. Try the Kindle edition and experience these great reading features: Is this feature helpful? Thank you for your feedback. Share your thoughts with other customers. Write a customer review.
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Read reviews that mention amy krouse krouse rosenthal stick figure growth mindset great book new things rosenthal books great message everything you try book for children great at everything something they are good love this book clever book message this book book with great okay students child ages. Showing of 69 reviews. Top Reviews Most recent Top Reviews. There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. Kindle Edition Verified Purchase. At first I thought to myself, "It's not okay to just be okay! I want to encourage my kids to strive for greatness!
I love that the little character is actually the letters OK! I think the message of this book is trying to be positive i.
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After awhile, my 7-year-old son tunes out and, unfortunately, I think the message gets lost. After one or two readings we get the idea, and we don't really feel like reading the book again. It's probably good for a check-out from the library, but I wouldn't have purchased it had I known. I purchased this book because I read that it was a great book to help teach "theme" to students. I have purchased other Amy Krouse Rosenthal books, so I was looking forward to receiving this one.
It is one book that will not wait to be used. I'll be using it tomorrow. It is a great book - easy read- but it has a powerful message. I will be using this book in my 5th grade classroom. I teach junior high school and read this to my classes during homeroom to discuss life and the reality of goals and self-acceptance. It is well done. One person found this helpful. My 4 year old son loves this book, along with Rosenthal's other books. Bought this one used.
It looked like it had a coffee stain, or something of the like, on the front, but not big deal. Heard about this book online. My son used to get very upset when he could not complete a task the first time, but we used this book to help him learn that it's ok! He's not going to be perfect at something immediately.
The OK Book
It really helped and it's one of his favorite books to read at bed time. He practically "reads" it to me now. I love this book for teaching students that it's OK to be OK at something. In a world where kids are sometimes pushed too hard to be great at everything sometimes by their own expectations this book takes a whimsical look at on'es skills that aren't top notch. And it's OK to be average at something What makes this book even more appealing is that the OK is turned on it's side to resemble a human stick figure body that is actually doing all of the activities talked about.
Kids love that little twist! Simple and straightforward illustrations to pair with the words. Impactful for the littlest ears and heart! I had never realized that OK turned on it's side looks like a stick figure. Once again, Amy Krouse Rosenthal knocks another out of the park with her creative and fun play on words and imagery. See all 69 reviews. Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers. Learn more about Amazon Giveaway. Set up a giveaway.
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