House Is a House for Me
School year: Year 1, Year 2
No. of pages 48
Published: 2007
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"House Is a House for Me" by Mary Ann Hoberman is a whimsical exploration of the concept of a house through vivid illustrations and imaginative text. The story invites readers to consider the various forms that 'house' can take, from traditional family homes to imaginative spaces like a shoebox, a tree, or even the whimsical "houses" that animals create. Through engaging rhymes and playful observations, Hoberman captures the essence of shelter and belonging, celebrating the diversity of homes and the comfort they provide. The book encourages children to think creatively about what constitutes a house and the meaning of "home." [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: Picture Puffin, Picture Puffins, Viking Kestrel Picture Books .
This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Perfection Learning .
Mary Ann Hoberman and Nadine Bernard Westcott have collaborated on all of the books in the Sing-Along Stories series. Mary Ann Hoberman has published more than twenty books for children, including the American Book Award winner A House is a House for Me, illustrated by Betty Fraser. She and her husband live in Greenwich, CT. BETTY FRASER has illustrated many books for children, including The Cozy Book and A House Is a House for Me, both by Mary Ann Hoberman. She lives in New York City.
Learning Concepts in literature
Animals in literature
British Book Industry: Children's Book of the Year
This book is in the following series:
Picture Puffins
The "Picture Puffins" series is a collection of beautifully illustrated childrens picture books published by Puffin Books, a well-known imprint of Penguin Random House. This series is aimed primarily at children aged 3 to 7 years and encompasses a wide range of stories, including fairy tales, fables, original tales, and adaptations of classic literature. One of the standout features of the series is the vibrant and engaging illustrations that accompany the text. Many books in the series promote educational themes, such as friendship, kindness, sharing, and problem-solving. The narratives often carry moral lessons, making them suitable for both entertainment and educational purposes. The stories are typically written in simple, rhythmic language that is easy for children to understand and enjoyable to read aloud.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
National Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the National Book Award.
