Land Shark Hardcover – Picture Book, August 4, 2015

"Land Shark" has quickly become a favorite in my classroom, and it’s easy to see why! This cute and funny book is the perfect addition to any kindergarten or early elementary classroom.✅ What I Love:Engaging Story: The plot is entertaining and perfect for young readers. It's about a little boy who gets a “land shark” as a pet (which leads to all sorts of hilarious situations). The storyline is fun, creative, and sure to keep kids laughing.Easy to Follow: The text is simple enough for early readers to follow, but still engaging enough to keep their attention. It’s perfect for read-aloud sessions, and I’ve noticed the kids are always excited when it’s time for this story!Great Illustrations: The illustrations are colorful, lively, and add so much charm to the book. The cute pictures of the “land shark” really bring the story to life and are perfect for visual learners.Rooted in Reading Connection: As part of the Rooted in Reading curriculum, this book does a fantastic job of reinforcing important literacy skills while being fun and relatable for kids. It encourages vocabulary development, predictive skills, and comprehension in an entertaining way.✅ Why It’s Perfect for Kids:Teaches Valuable Lessons: While it’s fun, "Land Shark" also teaches kids about responsibility (when the boy has to take care of his unusual pet), problem-solving, and imagination. It’s a great way to introduce meaningful lessons in a lighthearted way.Great for Classroom Activities: This book pairs beautifully with activities in the Rooted in Reading curriculum. I’ve used it for discussions, vocabulary-building exercises, and even fun creative writing prompts for the kids.Kids Absolutely Love It: The humor and quirky premise make it a crowd-pleaser. Every time I read it, the kids giggle, and they always ask to read it again!Final Thoughts:If you’re a teacher or parent looking for a fun and engaging read for younger kids, "Land Shark" is a must-have. It’s both entertaining and educational, and its place in the Rooted in Reading curriculum makes it an even better resource for building early literacy skills. The kids love it, I love it, and it’s become a classroom favorite!Highly recommend for any early reader or classroom library!

This book is beautifully illustrated with graphic design sprinkled throughout the text. The story is about a boy who really wants a pet shark for his birthday. So the boy drops all of the normal hints that one would drop to clue in their parents that a pet shark would be the best birthday present ever, minus the part about the pet being a shark. The boys parents buy the boy a pet DOG for his birthday. The boy is disappointed, to say the least. Hilarity ensues. In the end, the boy realizes that shark lovers can also be dog lovers and begins dropping hints for his next birthday surprise.I am not entirely sure that my 3-year-old was able to really comprehend the humor in this story. He couldn't get over the idea that anyone would want a shark for a pet, because "sharks eat people's bones and muscles.. " However, I thought it was funny and very well written. Much better than most "literature" that is out there for young children. I am sure we will read it again tomorrow and he will understand more of the story. I can see this one becoming a favorite in a few years.Comments with exceptional children's book recommendations are much appreciated:)

So cute! The story is interesting, clever, and cute. I love how she wrote it and the illustrations are great.

My 2yr old boy loves shark and there are many colorful shark pictures in this book that makes him love the character and the story. In the first week of we bought this book, we read it every other night.

Such a cute story. A boy who wants a shark gets a dog. All kids should read this book!

Great birthday present. He loved it.

Very cute story... my 4 year old enjoys this book!

My nephew is obsessed with this book, he asks me to read it at least 3 times a day!