Book details
Gossie (Reader) (Gossie & Friends)
Description
Meet Gossie, a small yellow gosling who loves to wear bright red boots every day. One morning, Gossie can't find her beloved boots and she looks everywhere for them: under the bed, over the wall, and even in the barn. Preschoolers will enjoy helping Gossie in her quest to find her red boots and will be delighted by the surprise location where Gossie finally discovers them. 'Gossie' is the first book in the preschool-perfect 'Gossie & Friends' series by Olivier Dunrea, in which Gossie not only searches for her missing boots but also finds a new friend in the process. 'Gossie,' the beloved first story in the Gossie&Friends series, is now available in a completely new format! This simple story of friendship and sharing, with its expressive illustrations and childlike gosling characters, shines in this new Green Light Readers, early reader edition. This is just the right book for young readers who are beginning to decode stories on their own. Features a bonus audio book download so kids can listen and read along. Look for the companion Gossie and Gertie early reader edition!
Age
4-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Develops Early Reading Skills: 'Gossie (Reader) (Gossie & Friends)' is designed for young readers, with simple language and repetitive phrases that help children learn basic vocabulary and sentence structure, fostering early literacy.
- Engaging Characters and Storyline: The character of Gossie, a small, yellow gosling, is relatable and endearing to children. The story captures the adventures and emotions of Gossie and her friends, keeping young readers engaged and entertained.
- Teaches Valuable Life Lessons: Through Gossie's experiences, children learn about friendship, sharing, and perseverance. These important themes are woven into the story, providing a platform for parents and educators to discuss these concepts with children.
- Beautiful Illustrations: Olivier Dunrea's charming and expressive illustrations complement the text, making the reading experience more enjoyable and helping children to better understand the story and connect with the characters.