Today I Will Fly!

Today I Will Fly! (An Elephant and Piggie Book) by Mo Willems

In the world of picture books, Mo Willems is a superstar.  Author of Knuffle Bunny and Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! he crafts books that children demand again and again.  In his Elephant and Piggie series he has created books that very beginning readers will be able to tackle on their own or with just a tiny bit of help.

In this installment, Piggie announces that she will fly.  Elephant, of course, does not believe this will happen, and tries to convince Piggie that not only will she not fly today, she will NEVER fly.  Ever optimistic, Piggie is undeterred.  In fact, when Elephant says (a bit snottily) “you need help!” Piggie only sees this as a kind suggestion.  And with a little bit of help, Piggie flies (or close enough).

This is one for the very youngest of readers, so many first graders will be able to enjoy it all by themselves.

Sex, Nudity, Dating – None.
Profanity – None.
Death, Violence and Gore – None.
Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking – None.
Frightening or Intense Things – None.