Jeanne Willis

Advantages: Will appeal to the mischieviousness of kids
Disadvantages: will encourage bad habits

...Author: Jeanne Willis Illustrator: Tony Ross Publisher: Anderson Press Publish Date: February 2006 Genre: Children's Picture Book Pages: 32 Age Suitability: 3-5 RRP: £5.99 (I got it as a 3 for 2 deal from ELC) At my two year old son's insistence, I took him into town this weekend to buy him a new book. We went into the Early Learning Centre First where there was a 3 for 2 deal on. My son picked up The Really Rude Rhino to which I added two other titles which appealed to the sensible mum in me a little bit more. Having scanned through the book on the drive home, I grew increasingly happy I had bought the other two books as well. ***Who is Jeanne Willis?*** I have to admit to having not heard of Jeanne Willis before but having done my research, I realise she is front runner in the world of Children's stories from picture books up... Read review

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Advantages: Great fun, hits the spot.
Disadvantages: None

...in the zoo (I think, but it not really clear), both asking, 'Who's in the Loo.' There then follows some of their ideas as to who might be taking so long in the loo. For example: "Is it a stoat who's making a stink? Or a pig who's washing his pants in the sink?" There, it is a simple plot, and not too taxing. The book was written by Jeanne Willis and Adrian Reynolds did the artwork. Willis has other books to her credit, such as 'The Really Rude Rhino,' and 'Grill Pan Eddie.' I think I will be looking out for more of her books! ISBN 9781842706985 www.andersonpress.co.uk Note - Special Criteria below is for an audio book for some reason! Will tell CIao!... Read review

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Advantages: A starting point to discuss manners and politeness with older children. Humorous element for children.
Disadvantages: Young children could find the rhino so funny that they begin to copy his rudeness.

...Having a couple of 'rude' children in my Year 2 class, I searched high and low for a short story that would deal with rudeness and the importance of being polite and well-mannered. I came across this book and the title suggested the appropriateness of this for a short PSHE circle time session but I was not totally overwhelmed by it...........more on this later! - The author, Jeanne Willis - Jeanne Willis is a prolific writer of children's picture books and books for older, independent readers. She has also written for television and video companies. Other books by this author include: * Dozy Mare * Cowgirl * Stephanie Smiled * Brought up by Teddybears * Laughs - The illustrator, Tony Ross - Tony Ross went to Liverpool's School of Art and is a prolific writer and illustrator of children's picture books. He has illustrated for many... Read review

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