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A brand new series, Preschool Pretend, from Kari-Lynn Winters.
I Am a Growl is a high-energy, performative read-aloud where children become growl-y, rowl-y, animals that sneak, lumber, sprint, and reach.
With clues in the words and face painted faces, children guess each animal. Perfect for classrooms, homes, and birthday or Halloween celebrations.
I am a growl.
Prowling through the grass, my stripes hide me- shhhhh.
I am a...
TIGER!
With lively, rhythmic text that’s perfect for reading aloud, I Am a Growl introduces children to animals that growl and the wild places they live. Kids don't just read this book—they embody it, becoming the animals, growling, sneaking, sprinting, and pouncing along the way. These movements align with kindergarten and primary curricula (e.g., drama, dance, physical education).
Author Kari-Lynn Winters explores an exciting new story format designed especially for children who are just beginning to discover the world around them. Her energetic, engaging text invites active participation and inspires young minds to grow through curiosity and imagination.
On-Sale Calendar: September (Publisher’s Weekly)
- “This is a great selection for reading aloud, for reading together and for having children bring the animals to life through dramatization and vocalization. This is a fun, playful, dramatic book. I Am a Growl is noted as a pre-school pretend source. Indeed, it is!” —Dr. Larry Swartz (Dr Larry Recommends Blog)
- "Those who know me know that I’m a bit of a sucker for photography in children’s books. And when that photography appears in board book form? Fugettaboutit. I’m there. Instant success. This particular title was born to be used in an interactive storytime. Essentially, you get to make different sounds with your child readers, alongside images of kids in facepaint. Turn the page and voila! The photograph of an actual animal that would make that noise. I tell you, it’s a great combination. And best of all? The book apparently contains facepainting tips!!"—SLJ, Betsy Bird Fuse 8