The Spiffiest Giant in Town
by Julia Donaldson
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Author: Julia DonaldsonIllustrator: Axel Scheffler
Edition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-01-13
ISBN: 0142402753
Number of pages: 32
Publisher: Puffin
Book Reviews of The Spiffiest Giant in Town
Book Review: Hilarious and purposeful
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a fun book that early elementary students can enjoy on many levels. As a story, it is funny and engaging and develops in a predictable yet entertaining way. The scruffiest giant in town decides to change his image when a new clothing store opens up in town- a town inhabited by giants, humans, animals, and even an elf or two. In an instant, he transforms from the scruffiest to the spiffiest giant in town, and proudly heads home, walking tall. On his way home, however, he encounters several animals who are in trouble and without even thinking twice, the giant gives each animal an article of his new clothing in order to solve their problems. After each encounter, the giant walks off, singing a happy song that my students usually end up singing the rest of the day. Needless to say, the anticipation over when the giant ends up in his underwear and how the situation is going to be resolved brings much excitement and many giggles.
The illustrations are fun and colorful, and the students love to revisit the book and look at how the animals, people, and elves interact and behave in this unusual town. The giant is an excellent role model for all, and the appreciative response the animals give to the giant reinforces the concept of 'thanks' and 'being grateful'. This is an all around excellent read that rewards children in many ways during repeated readings.
Summary of The Spiffiest Giant in Town
When George the giant spies a shop full of wonderful clothes, he decides to treat himself to a new outfit. He puts on his new shirt, pants, shoes, and tie, and is immediately transformed from the scruffiest giant in town to the spiffiest giant in town. But on his way home, George runs into various animals who need his help. And little by little, George finds himself giving away all his new purchases.From the creators of Room on the Broom, this is a lively tale that reminds readers that sometimes it's what's inside a person-or a giant-that matters most.
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