World Famous Comics: Open Wide: Tooth School Inside
Open Wide: Tooth School Inside
By: Laurie Keller Publisher: Owlet Paperbacks Average Rating: Binding: Paperback Label: Owlet Paperbacks Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 40 Publication Date: April 01, 2003 Reading Level: Ages 9-12
From the author/illustrator of The Scrambled States of America, here is a fun-filled introduction to teeth."Before the principal's announcements, will you all please stand and recite our pledge: 'I pledge allegiance to this mouth and to the dentist who takes care of us. And to the gums on which we stand, strong and healthy, with toothbrushes and toothpaste for all.'"It's time for tooth school and Dr. Flossman is excited to meet the incoming class of 32--eight incisors, four canines, eight premolars, and twelve molars, including the four wisdom teeth. There's just so much to learn--from brushing and flossing to dentin and pulp to every student's nightmare: tooth decay!Best read with a toothbrush in hand, this hilarious book is full of interesting facts (for instance, George Washington's teeth were not made of wood, despite popular belief) and a classroom full of quirky characters. Young readers will laugh their way to a better appreciation for those pearly whites that beckon them to brush. And from there it's just a short hop to flossing.
Amazon.com Review: Lauri Keller, the much-applauded creator of the wacky, wonderful The Scrambled States of America, traces one school day in a classroom of teeth in Open Wide: Tooth School Inside. Fortunately, when Dr. Flossman takes attendance, all 32 teeth are present to take the pledge: "And to the gums on which we stand, strong and healthy, with toothbrushes and toothpaste for all." The day proceeds with an anatomy lesson (illustrating dentin, enamel, pulp, etc.), which is interrupted only momentarily when Carl Canine badmouths a little molar (hurting his feelings even though he has a hard enamel shell on the outside). Sally Incisor then shares her report on primary teeth ("Babies don't even need teeth. You never see them eating corn on the cob or anything"), and the Tooth Fairy makes a guest appearance, offering molar-coaster rides and bemoaning the whole "under-the-pillow" idea, which causes her to fear suffocation.
Lunch is a messy affair--complete with food fights--and when it is over, none of the teeth feel like brushing. Of course, an in-depth lesson on tooth decay and cavities ignites a flurry of flossing, gargling, and brushing. As in Scrambled States (which is a must-see if you haven't yet read it), every clever, colorful collage bubbles with activity, hilarious asides between the teeth, and tiny details that you may miss the first time through. Two quizzes conclude the book, posing questions such as "George Washington had teeth made out of rocks and twigs. T or F" and "Tooth decay is caused by a) bacteria and germs, b) slugs and worms, c) bad perms." Kids will never ignore their teeth again--and when they do take a look in the mirror they may see a smiling tooth face peering back, begging for a good brush. (Ages 5 to 9) -- Karin Snelson
Fun and Educational Little bit silly but loads of fun. Actually learn a few things about teeth in a fun way. 3 out of my 4 kids recommend it!
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Terrific book for kids ages 4+ This book cleverly teaches kids about the mouth! Laurie Keller is my new favorite kids' author. A great gift book!
Keller creates chaotic educational fun again. Filled with funny drawings, history lessons about teeth and fun stuff that all kids will identify with when it comes to thinking of their trips to the dentist. Belongs in every dentist's office. My grandkids and their friends all love this book. Great job.
J. George
Great motivator! After reading this book to my girls, they took more interest in brushing since they didn't want their teeth to look green and black as depicted in the book. It does have a lot going on and can be a little overwhelming (at least for me) but my kids enjoyed reading every last detail. It's a fun way to learn a little about the importance of brushing.
wonderful this is a wonderful book. It's better suited for reading with a small group rather than with a class. The asides are lost with a class. Even so my class walked away with an amazing amount of new knowledge about their teeth
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