Citation: Rex, M. (2005). Dunk skunk. New York: G.P. Putnam’s Sons.
Ages: 2-5
Grades: PreK – K
Description: Dunk Skunk is a simple story of animals engaged in different types of sports. Each page depicts the animals in action, and the story is told with simple, two word rhymes such as “Coach Roach” or “Hurdle Turtle.” The book has bright, large images and text.
Uses: Dunk Skunk’s large text, simple rhyme, and humorous feeling make it an ideal text for a family or toddler storytime. The animals moving in different ways will inspire children to go and play different sports. There are several ways librarians could incorporate actions into storytimes with this text: first, librarians could read the story, and then lead the children in a storytime appropriate sports game, such as quiet ball. Second, librarians could read the story and ask children to mimic the movements of the animals in the story: they can pretend to dunk, to throw a football, etc.
Review Sources:
Roach, J. (2005). Dunk Skunk. School Library Journal, 51(4):110.
Dunk Skunk. (2005). Kirkus Reviews, 73(3), 181.
Tags: animals, sports, rhyme