Review by Booklist Review
Posey treasures Poinky, the tiny pink pig her grandfather bought her at the toy store. Though she knows that her teacher doesn't allow personal treasures during class time, Posey takes Poinky to school. The temptation to show the piglet around is strong, and sure enough, Poinky ends up in the dreaded Consequences drawer. This tender story draws readers into Posey's imaginative world, where fantasy merges seamlessly with reality and small mishaps can have dramatic results. The simply written, satisfying text and pleasing gray-wash illustrations make this beginning chapter book from the Princess Posey series a beguiling choice for young readers.--Phelan, Carolyn Copyright 2010 Booklist
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Review by School Library Journal Review
K-Gr 2-First-grade boys are so annoying. In class, one burps and another makes rude noises-much to the annoyance of Posey and her friends. Then there's poor, rock-loving Henry; although he's smart, he's different than other boys in Posey's class and is teased, even by Posey. When Posey starts a silly song, Ms. Lee chastises her for being a bully to Henry, followed up at home by a talking to by Posey's mom. The next day, after feeling sorry for herself, Princess Posey comes to the defense of her little brother when some older boys tease him the same way Posey had teased Henry. Posey realizes the error of her ways, apologizes, and opens up to the idea of a friendship with Henry. Stina Nielson's expressive reading captures the changing emotions of Posey and the other children. The effective pacing captures Posey's world and experiences. VERDICT This is just right for younger listeners who would benefit from the lesson about kindness.-Maria Salvadore, formerly of the Washington, DC, Public Library (c) Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
Posey once again dons her princess costume and wields her wand for inspiration when facing difficulties. In First Grader, her jealousy of the new girl in class turns to sympathy when she realizes she's lonely. In Treasure, Posey figures out how to bravely approach her teacher when Miss Lee is upset. These short chapter books are welcome additions to the likable series. [Review covers these titles: Princess Posey and the New First Grader and Princess Posey and the Tiny Treasure.] (c) Copyright 2013. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Kirkus Book Review
Obedient Posey worries about the Consequences Drawer, the place where Ms. Lee sequesters all the toys and other tchotchkes that kids love to bring to school. After three warnings, Ms. Lee calmly takes the watch, toy or lip gloss and returns it at a later time. But when Posey brings in Poinky, a new and adorable pig finger puppet, an unusually grumpy Ms. Lee warns her to put the toy away. After Poinky falls out of her pocket by accident, Ms. Lee confiscates the pink porcine pet, telling her Poinky will not be returned till Friday, a much longer incarceration than other items have received. Posey confesses her crime to her mother and makes a plan to speak to Ms. Lee. What follows is an awkward, emotionally real conversation that will be an inspiration to any student who feels wronged by a teacher. Ms. Lee responds with love and empathy, even admitting that her own bad headache played a role in the bad day for all. Greene continues to place sympathetic characters in familiar situations conveyed in short, breezy chapters--the ideal recipe for a series for newly independent readers or for a quick classroom read-aloud. Gentle black-and-white illustrations capably complement the story, adding another emotional level. New readers, especially girls, will be happy to see that another Posey book is in the works. (Fiction. 5-8)]] Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
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