Fix-It

By David McPhail and Illustrator-David McPhail

Book Overview

One morning Emma gets up early to watch television. But the TV won't work. No one can fix it-not Mom, not Dad, not even the repairman. Neither can a balloon or a song or playing horsey fix Emma's disappointment. But then Emma's mother reads her a book. "Read it again," says Emma. "And again." And when Emma's father finally realizes what's wrong with the TV-it was just unplugged -Emma is too busy reading to care. The power of books to enthrall has rarely been presented in such a clever, simple way for the TV-savvy preschool set.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140547525
• ISBN13: 9780140547528
• Release Date: July 1992
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.7" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 3 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Kindergarten

Customer Reviews

good product

This is a good product. I bought it for a listening station in my classroom. The theme goes with another story with my reading program.

The Power of Books

I can see the charms of this book...a young bear gets up to watch TV only to find the TV isn't working. First her mother, then her father and finally a repairman try to fix it but by the time it's fixed, she no longer cares because she is happily reading a book. There is an enormous amount of data supporting the power of reading and it happens that in our own house the TV is rarely on so we found this book somewhat less compelling. The hardcover version has pictures on the title pages which add to the story - be aware that the board book may be lacking these (I haven't seen the board book so I don't know for sure).

Lost by David McPhail

As an elementary educator, I highly recommend this book for both teachers and parents of young children. The power of reading over watching television has substantial research and ultimately confirms that reading is a powerful tool. David McPhail is my hero when it comes to writing and illustrating text. His delightful message is not only for Emma the bear, but for all children. Read Read Read.

A Great Little Book

David McPhail's "Fix-It" is a charming way to introduce reading to beginning or relunctant readers. Emma wakes up one morning to find the television set not working. Her dad, mom and even the repairman are unable to fix it. When the T.V. problem is finally solved, Emma no longer cares. She has found an equally enjoyable activity, reading a book. Although this book could be considered a "baby book" by more "experienced" readers, preschoolers should be able to find this book appealing. The message that the book is trying to get across to children is great. The illustrations are soft and help tell the story accurately. This book has charm and should be enjoyed by a variety of children.

Great for pre-readers and beginning readers!

David McPhail's Fix-it! is a charming book. The illustrations are clear; the text is simple. It is good for pre-readers and beginning readers. The book promotes reading with your children.