Watch Out! Around Town (Watch Out! Books)
PreSchool-Grade 2–Each book begins on a positive note, such as how much fun water can be, and then points out safety issues that children are likely to face in the various environments. While not exhaustive for each setting, the books do create awareness that there are dangers that can and should be avoided.Towndiscusses getting lost, dogs, building sites, etc.Homefocuses on stairs, scissors and knives, flames, and so on.Watertalks about swimming in pools, the ocean, and rivers; boating safety; and more.Roadcautions about staying on the sidewalk, using crosswalks, car safety, etc. Children will profit most from these titles when shared with an adult or in a group so that they can think about the issues, talk about prior experiences, and brainstorm ideas. First graders will be able to read them independently. The texts are well written, posing questions about the various dangers and encouraging readers to think about the best course of action. Detailed color cartoon illustrations include text bubbles. Each book contains a note to caregivers and a list of safety-awareness activities. Good introductory books.–Lynda Ritterman, Atco Elementary School, Waterford, NJCopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.