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kovvy's review against another edition
4.0
(Free e-book found here: http://www.magickeys.com/books/noblegnarble/index.html )
This is the tale of the noblest Gnarble of them all-- unlike his fellow gnarbles, who are content to stay on the ocean floor, this fellow decides that he has to see the sun before he dies. In spite of his nay-saying friends and neighbors, who say that he just isn't built for such an adventure, he sets off. He meets a host of other creatures on his journey to see the sun, most of them with ridiculous names, and most of them eager to eat this gnarble who is so far from home. The meter and ludicrousness of the names of all the creatures brings Lewis Carroll to mind, and the poem is very fun to read out loud. The paintings that accompany the text are brightly colored and imaginative, full of made-up animals (with their silly names), making this a good book to share when people are in a silly mood. Recommended for grades K-2.
This is the tale of the noblest Gnarble of them all-- unlike his fellow gnarbles, who are content to stay on the ocean floor, this fellow decides that he has to see the sun before he dies. In spite of his nay-saying friends and neighbors, who say that he just isn't built for such an adventure, he sets off. He meets a host of other creatures on his journey to see the sun, most of them with ridiculous names, and most of them eager to eat this gnarble who is so far from home. The meter and ludicrousness of the names of all the creatures brings Lewis Carroll to mind, and the poem is very fun to read out loud. The paintings that accompany the text are brightly colored and imaginative, full of made-up animals (with their silly names), making this a good book to share when people are in a silly mood. Recommended for grades K-2.
soulkissed2003's review against another edition
5.0
A determined little fish lives at the bottom of the sea, but dreams of seeing the sky one day. He leaves his home and sets off on a big adventure! For my full review visit http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980652115
britneyleegwater's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The Journey of the Noble Gnarble was written by Daniel Errico and illustrated by Tiffany Turrill. This book was found online and published in 2011 for readers between the ages of eight and ten. This book is a good fit for its target audience because some of the words used will challenge the readers to use different strategies they were taught to read some of the text. The story follows a curious gnarble and its determination to swim to the surface of the ocean to jump out of the water and feel the sun. When the gnarble shares its dream with others, they tease and laugh at the little gnarble and do not believe it will be able to go to the surface. The lack of confidence from others is what makes the gnarble determined to go on its great adventure to prove everyone wrong. While swimming to the top of the ocean, there are challenges that the little gnarble is faced with and has to overcome if it wants to jump out of the ocean and feel the sun. This fictional story can be one that parents and teachers use to teach children about determination and not letting others influence the dreams one has for themselves. In the classroom, teachers of older students can use this book to show how authors can have fun making up words that will fit their stories. Errico uses a variety of different and unusual names for the sea creatures and he also includes a rhyming pattern to enhance the creativity of the words used. Teachers can use the strategies Errico has in this book to demonstrate to students how to have fun using and playing with words in their writing. <adventure> <fictional> <fantasy> <rhyming>
nikkitellkamp's review
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
This story can be an inspiration to children and even adults. When you leave the comfort of what is familiar it can be scary and seem hopeless, but with persistence and faith one will discover they can achieve their dreams. This story is full of fun and inviting characters and even some that challenged the Gnarble. A good read that encourages children to work towards their dreams. The imagery will also snag your attention and draw you under as though you are right there in the middle of the story as well. This online book is a great story to play aloud in class. This book was published in 2011, which is geared towards younger children.
acacia1rose's review
adventurous
medium-paced
3.0
The Journey of the Noble Gnarble by Daniel Errico, illustrated by Tiffany Turril, published 2013 by Sky Pony
Age appropriate: 5+
Summary/Review: This is a delightful nonsense-rhyming book that follows the journey of a "noble gnarble" up to the surface of the sea. The gnarble is a brave little creature, determined to see the sun. He swims from the depths of the ocean and encounters many other creatures, some of which are dangerous! The illustrations are rich and vividly colored, adding a fun element to the underwater setting. In the end, the gnarble finally reaches the surface and sees the sun!
In a classroom: Good readloud - fun nonsense words; use when developing fluency and decoding to get used to nonsense words; bring out when learning about creatures under the sea
Age appropriate: 5+
Summary/Review: This is a delightful nonsense-rhyming book that follows the journey of a "noble gnarble" up to the surface of the sea. The gnarble is a brave little creature, determined to see the sun. He swims from the depths of the ocean and encounters many other creatures, some of which are dangerous! The illustrations are rich and vividly colored, adding a fun element to the underwater setting. In the end, the gnarble finally reaches the surface and sees the sun!
In a classroom: Good readloud - fun nonsense words; use when developing fluency and decoding to get used to nonsense words; bring out when learning about creatures under the sea
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