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Cover of Book Review Robot, Go Bot! (Step into Reading Comic Reader)

Book Review Robot, Go Bot! (Step into Reading Comic Reader)

by Dana Meachen Rau

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:2013-06-25
Pages:36
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0375870830

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

Step into Reading Comic Readers have action-packed panels and speech balloons! Simple, graphic layouts introduce emergent readers to the joy of comics. This Step 1 tells the story of a girl and a robot whose friendship is tested when one of them gets a bit bossy. Step 1 Readers have big type and easy words, rhyme and rhythm, picture clues, and easy-to-decode dialogue. *A Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2013 title*

Our Review

This early reader comic book introduces emergent readers to the graphic novel format through a simple, engaging story about a girl and her robot companion. With action-packed panels, clear speech balloons, and easy-to-decode dialogue, it provides a supportive bridge from picture books to more text-heavy comics. The simple graphic layouts and big type are perfectly designed for children just beginning their reading journey, making this an excellent first comic book experience.

The narrative cleverly explores a relatable friendship dilemma when one character becomes a bit bossy, offering a subtle social-emotional lesson within its accessible plot. Its recognition as a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2013 underscores its quality as a standout beginning reader that successfully captures the excitement of comics while supporting literacy development. Young children will delight in following the visual storytelling and feel accomplished reading their first comic book independently.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction