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Friday, January 27, 2012

The Stinky Cheese Man and other Fairly Stupid Tales


Book Title: The Stinky Cheese Man and other Fairly Stupid Tales


Author(s): Jon Scieszka


Illustrator/Photographer/Artist: Lane Smith


Publisher: Penguin Group


Copyright Date: 1992


Genre: Postmodern Picture Book


Brief Annotation:


Jack, the character we all know from Jack and the Beanstalk, narrates a story about some not-so-familiar fairy tales. For instance, Jack will tell you the story of “Little Red Running Shorts” and “Cinderumpelstiltskin.” Jack isn’t so sure what’s gonna to show up on the next page, but you’ll sure want to find out!


Your Rating (1-5) and why:


5 – Scieszka created a fun and playful twist on stories we already know and love. The writing is witty, Smith’s illustrations fit perfectly, and the book itself is a fun character in this fairly hilarious collection of tales.


Readers who will like this book:


This book would inspire readers interested in creating their own stories. It would be a great read-aloud for the children that are already familiar with all of the original fairy tales.


Yopp & Yopp Activity


Dramatic Response p. 113

Have the children create a puppet show about Scieszka’s fairly stupid tales. They could extend one Scieszka’s tales or act out the entire book. Have them create elaborate puppets that capture the silly facial expressions.


Fold up Book p. 138

Have the students create their own original fairly stupid tales, using the same writing and illustrative elements that Scieszka and Smith used.


Question to ask about this book before a read aloud:


How many of you know about The Little Red Hen? Little Red Riding Hood? Jack and the Beanstalk?

Have any of you ever come up with your own fairy tale before?


1. Interest Level (age): 5-9


2. Grade Level Equivalent (grade): 3.9


3. List Awards:


Caldecott Honor Book


4. Youtube project:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRs13jsM2Yc&feature=related


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