Being Cooperative

Children's Literature - Carlee Hallman

Cooperation is defined with words and ten examples. "Being cooperative means working with others as a group. Cooperative people know that by doing their part, everyone is better off." A few hand lettered lines per spread explain the purpose of the group activity. Heavier print states the conclusion. "There are many leaves in Maya's yard. Maya's family members work together to rake up the leaves. Maya's family members are being cooperative." The picture shows five people cleaning up the yard. Painting a mural, looking for a lost cat, and making a lemonade stand are other examples of group cooperation. Brightly colored acrylic illustrations with black outlines show children in their normal habitats of home, school, and neighborhood. This is one of the "Way to Be!" series. An index, a list of books for further information, and a FactHound web site are included. This is an "Accelerated Reading" book. The concept is clearly presented for the age group. This is a good book for discussion with parents and in the classroom. Reviewer: Carlee Hallman