Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing

By Judi Barrett and Leslie Helakoski

In the hilarious and heartwarming picture book Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing, award-winning author and illustrator Judi Barrett teams up with her daughter, Leslie Helakoski, to create a whimsical and thought-provoking story about the folly of dressing up our pets.

With its laugh-out-loud text and charming illustrations, Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is sure to delight children and adults alike. The story follows a group of animals who decide to dress up in human clothing. At first, they are excited to try on all the different clothes, but they soon realize that it's not as much fun as they thought it would be.

Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing

by Judi Barrett

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	689 KB
Print length	:	36 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

The animals quickly learn that clothes can be uncomfortable, restrictive, and even dangerous. The cat gets its tail stuck in a pair of pants, the dog trips over its long dress, and the rabbit can't see out of its hat. Eventually, the animals decide that they are much better off without clothes.

Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is a fun and lighthearted story with a deeper message about the importance of being yourself. The book teaches children that it's okay to be different and that they should never feel pressured to conform to what others expect of them.

In addition to its heartwarming message, Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is also a great way to teach children about the different types of clothing and how to get dressed.

Here are some of the things that children will learn from Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing:

• The different types of clothing, including shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, hats, and shoes.
• How to get dressed, including how to put on a shirt, pants, and shoes.
• The importance of being yourself and not conforming to what others expect of you.

Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is a must-have for any child's library. It's a fun and educational book that will teach children about the importance of being themselves and the different types of clothing.

Activities

Here are some activities that you can do with your child after reading Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing:

• Talk to your child about the different types of clothing and how to get dressed.
• Let your child dress up in different types of clothing and see how they feel.
• Read other books about animals and clothing, such as The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss or Corduroy by Don Freeman.
• Make your own animal costumes and have a dress-up party.
• Talk to your child about the importance of being yourself and not conforming to what others expect of you.

About the Author

Judi Barrett is the award-winning author and illustrator of more than 80 children's books, including the best-selling Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the Caldecott Medal, the Newbery Medal, and the National Book Award.

Leslie Helakoski is the daughter of Judi Barrett and a children's book author and illustrator in her own right. She has written and illustrated several books, including the popular picture book Little Owl Lost.

Reviews

"Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is a hilarious and heartwarming story about the folly of dressing up our pets. With its whimsical illustrations and laugh-out-loud text, this book is sure to delight children and adults alike." - Parents Magazine

"A fun and educational book that will teach children about the importance of being themselves and the different types of clothing." - School Library Journal

"Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing is a must-have for any child's library." - The Horn Book Magazine

Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing

by Judi Barrett

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	689 KB
Print length	:	36 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE