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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 185 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Editorial Review:

"I went to sleep with gum in my mouth and now there's gum in my hair and when I got out of bed this morning I tripped on the skateboard and by mistake I dropped my sweater in the sink while the water was running and I could tell it was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day."

So begin the trials and tribulations of the irascible Alexander, who has been earning the sympathy of readers since 1972. People of all ages have terrible, horrible days, and Alexander offers us the cranky commiseration we crave as well as a reminder that things may not be all that bad. As Alexander's day progresses, he faces a barrage of bummers worthy of a country- western song: getting smushed in the middle seat of the car, a dessertless lunch sack, a cavity at the dentist's office, stripeless sneakers, witnessing kissing on television, and being forced to sleep in railroad-train pajamas. He resolves several times to move to Australia.

Judith Viorst flawlessly and humorously captures a child's testy temperament, rendering Alexander sympathetic rather than whiny. Our hero's gum-styled hair and peevish countenance are artfully depicted by Ray Cruz's illustrations. An ALA Notable Book, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day is a great antidote to bad days everywhere, sure to put a smile on even the crabbiest of faces. (Ages 5 to 9)

Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 17 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Kind of out of date. 3 out of 5 stars.
0 of 2 people found this review helpful.

This book needs to be updated! It is a good book and good idea, but it needs references to things that kids of today can understand.

wonderful read aloud book 5 out of 5 stars.
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I love this book for the point it makes and the simple yet funny way it does so. My only wish is that it could be reissued with an update as many of the cultural references are outdated and have to be explained before children can understand the meaning or humor. It is a sweet classic though.

Spending and Regrets....for kids. 4 out of 5 stars.
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I just read this book for the first time to my 7 year old son. We recently re-read the original Alexander tale and he wanted to find the others in the "series" that he saw on the back cover. For my part, I have been searching for books that teach children about money, so this was great fun to read together.

This book illustrates the difficulties that children have in saving money. There are so many temptations on a daily basis to spend money that it can be hard to keep the end goal in sight. Viorst has made Alexander into a sympathetic character that most children will recognize, but his choices are clearly impulsive. The title of the book, and the way events unfold, make it possible for kids to recognize the mistakes Alexander is making. Hopefully it will lead to a bit of self-reflection.

It is a pity that some of the references in the book are out of date. My son had never heard of a bus token or deposit bottles before. Also, a few of the places where Alexander's money goes are going to seem odd to many children. For instance, he loses a small bet to his mother and is fined by his father for bad language and fighting. Still, I like that the story includes scenarios where money is lost in ways that don't have to do with spending.

I recommend this book for children ages 5-8, especially those who would benefit from a lesson in goal-setting, self-restraint and spending habits. The story also alternates between referring to coins by their name and by their value, a nice touch.

Editorial Review:

Last Sunday, Alexander's grandparents gave him a dollar -- and he was rich. There were so many things that he could do with all of that money!

He could buy as much gum as he wanted, or even a walkie-talkie, if he saved enough. But somehow the money began to disappear...

Readers of all ages will be delighted by this attractive new edition of Judith Viorst's beloved picture book.

Alexander y el día terrible, horrible, espantoso, horroroso

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Review of Alexander.... 4 out of 5 stars.
11 of 14 people found this review helpful.

Overall, this was an excellent book. It does not differ much from the english version, and it is, as is the english, wonderfully illustrated. It is not perfect, however. I thought that it was well translated into spanish, however, the words are not as easily read and understood as the english version. Also, it was very disappointing to me that the character's names are the traditional, english names, and were not translated into their spanish cognates. That detracts from any feelings of non-ethnicity and partiality that good literature nees.

Editorial Review:

Alexander se dió cuenta de que iba a ser un día terrible couando se despertó y se encontró chicle en el pelo. Y aun fue peor...

Su mejor amigo lo abandonó. No ten ía postre en su bolsa del almuerzo. ¡Y para colmo, había habas verdes en la comida y besos en la televisión!

Este cuento clásico de Judith Viorst, ahora en español, será sin lugar a duda del agrado de los lectores de todas las edades, como lo ha sido hasta ahora.

Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move

Judith Viorst, Ray Cruz

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Do you hear me? 4 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

This is a continuation of the Alexander books. We should all have read about his terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day already. I also use this book in my classroom and have found that while the kids do like to hear another story about this adorable little boy, this story just doesn't click with them. The success of Alexander's other stories came from the way kids were able to relate to his situation. This book just doesn't have that.

What it does have though is a wonderfully planned out story and some good imitations of Ray Cruz's original depictions of Alexander. Again, things just aren't going Alexander's way and his imagination begins to spin ways he can keep from moving with his family. He learns his brothers and parents are much more understanding of his situation than he first thought however.

Why 4 stars?:
This book still deserves a place in your library, however it can't compare to the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Still, children will enjoy hearing another story about Alexander and if any of them have moved or are moving, they will get even something more out of this cute story.

Editorial Review:

Alexander is not going to leave his best friend Paul. Or Rachel, the best babysitter in the world. Or the Baldwins, who have a terrific dog named Swoozie. Or Mr. and Mrs. Oberdorfer, who always give great treats on Halloween. Who cares if his father has a new job a thousand miles away? Alexander is not -- Do you hear him? He Means it! -- going to move.

Alexander's back, facing another of childhood's trials and tribulations with Judith Viorst's trademark humor and keen sense of what's important to kids.

Absolutely, Positively Alexander

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day was first published in 1972, catapulting a lovable, if peevish, young hero into the world of children's literature. Since then, Judith Viorst--mother of three boys, one of whom is named Alexander--has created two more Alexander books, Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday and Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move.

This wonderful Alexander-fest features the complete tales, illustrated by Ray Cruz and Robin Preiss Glasser, much to the delight of fans who want to introduce Alexander to the uninitiated. Viorst says that she has been writing always--"or at least since I was seven or eight, when I composed an ode to my dead parents, both of whom were alive and well and, when they read my poem, extremely annoyed." If you've ever gone to sleep with gum in your mouth or dropped your sweater in the sink while the water was running, you'll be able to relate to Alexander, and so will your favorite kids. (Ages 4 to 8)

The Tenth Good Thing About Barney

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 34 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Not for those who believe in Heaven 1 out of 5 stars.
1 of 4 people found this review helpful.

This book has SO much promise- it's fundamental storyline is beautiful and realistic for those who are grieving and having a funeral for a pet. However, this book takes a horrible detour when the young boy who's pet died and his friend return to the kitchen after the funeral for cookies and begin to argue if the cat is in heaven or just in the ground. The father enters in and states 'We don't know too much about heaven'... 'we can't be absolutely sure that it's there' and the frustrated little neighbor girl defends heaven one last time and goes home. As a parent dealing with the grief of losing a pet, the one firm anchor for us was that our cat's spirit has gone to Heaven and is happy and joyful alongside God and Jesus and those people and pets who have died before him. We are just putting his body into the ground- from which it will provide strength and nourishment to the living things around it. The book does cover that point nicely (I know some reviewers have found this issue unsettling- but for us this is a nice feeling to know that the 'fur and bones' of our cat that were left behind in this world will be helping the new tree we planted to grow and flourish).

Editorial Review:

My cat Barney died this Friday. I was very sad. My mother said we could have a funeral for him, and I should think of ten good things about Barney so I could tell them...

But the small boy who loved Barney can only think of nine. Later, while talking with his father, he discovers the tenth -- and begins to understand.

Earrings! (Aladdin Picture Books)

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Great persuasive book! 5 out of 5 stars.
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.

As a teacher, I am always on the lookout for a great book that demonstrates the type of writing I am teaching. In this case, EARRINGS is a wonderful example of persuasion. The little girl is trying to convince her parents that she is ready for pierced ears, but her parents (like myself) are stubborn. She uses every form of persuasion, from begging to making deals, to get her parents to relent.
I use this book when introducing persuasive writing, to my fifth graders.

Earrings a wonderful tale 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 6 people found this review helpful.

My sister really enjoyed this book and we checked is out of the library so much we had to but it for Christmas. A cute tale for all little girls to read.

Perfect 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

This is a wonderfully funny book to share with young girls. It's a perfect book to teach persuasion-if you're a teacher.

Editorial Review:

I want them.
I need them.
I love them.
Beautiful earrings.
Glorious earrings.
What will a young girl do to get her ears pierced?
Will she walk the dog for a year?
YES!
Will she clean her room every day for a year?
YES!
Will she be nice to her brother for a year?
YES! Well, maybe for six months...

If I Were in Charge of the World and Other Worries: Poems for Children and their Parents

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

I can even top that 5 out of 5 stars.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

I was in the second grade when I first found this book, and subsequently read and memorized each poem. Viorst has an astounding ability to incorporate the hightened emotions of childhood with the reality of aging. She can be whimsical and rhythmic as well as dramatic and mornful. I would recommend buying this for any relative, friend, or yourself no matter what age. I still have my very first copy given to me by my grandmother and have yet to go a year without picking it up. Believe me, it is more than it seems.

If I Were in Charged of the World 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

Great book to read aloud to students and to challenge them to write similar poems.

good book 3 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

I bought it for the poem by the same title. I used it the first week of school for my 6th graders.

Judith Viorst is Timeless 4 out of 5 stars.
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This book is a handy tool if you are a substitute teacher or a room parent. The poems lend themselves to creative writing exercises for students of all ages. Even though the book is a bit dated, the poetry speaks to the basic truths of children that we all can identify with, young and old.

Editorial Review:

If you've ever had trouble apologizing or keeping a secret, had a crush or a broken heart, there's a poem here for you! Written with humor and understanding, Judith Viorst's poems are certain to delight children and adults alike -- and be read again and again.

My Mama Says There Aren't Any Zombies, Ghosts, Vampires, Demons, Monsters, Fiend

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Would give zero stars if that were an option! 1 out of 5 stars.
7 of 14 people found this review helpful.

I bought this book after reading the good comments of other reviewers, but find I completely wasted my money since I immediately donated it to charity without ever letting my kids see it. I am pretty liberal about what they read----"My Monster Mama loves me so" and "Frank was a Monster (who wanted to dance)" are their FAVORITE books---but this book is plain scary, not humorous or comforting. I bought this for my fearful 5-year-old (to try to help quell her fear of the dark) but this book would give even my eight-year-old nightmares, though my 10-year-old would probably find it amusing. I agree with the reviewer who said that mom is made to look like a bit of a dolt, right up until the very last (and somewhat confusing) page. If your kids weren't scared of the dark before reading this, it will give them plenty of new monsters to worry about. Skip this book and instead go for "No Such Thing".

Editorial Review:

How can Nick believe his mother's telling him there aren't any monsters when she forgets what his favorite flavor of ice cream is? Or when she makes him wear boots and it doesn't even rain?

Well, sometimes Mamas do make mistakes...but sometimes they don't.

Judith Viorst's appealing text combines with Kay Chorao's wickedly evocative drawings in this all-new edition of a favorite book.

I'll Fix Anthony (Aladdin Picture Books)

Judith Viorst

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Total reviews: 9 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

When I'm six 3 out of 5 stars.
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My children like the things Alexander plans to do to Anthony. But my 2 younger kids (4 and 3) do not understand that it is just day dreaming. They are also a bit confused that Alexander can do all these thing and still get away with it. The story is also a little too long. But for the older boy (6) this is a great book.

One of my favorites as a kid! 5 out of 5 stars.
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This was one of my twin sister and my favorite books as a kid. My parents read it to us at least a thousand times. I am almost 24 years old now and will be ordering it for my newborn daughter. This book is funny and teaches a great lesson. Judith Viorst is a great children's author.

Editorial Review:

Mother says deep down in his heart. Anthony loves me. Anthony says deep down in his heart he thinks I stink.

Anthony's younger brother puts up with a lot. Every time he wants to play with Anthony and his friends, or even go into the playroom, Anthony starts to clobber him. There's nothing he can do now...but just wait until he's six!

Judith Viorst's fine, funny story, now available in a handsome new edition, will charm readers of all ages.