"This picture book with no pictures knows a thing or two about both books and kid-friendly comedy... Once children get the joke, they'll want to play it on as many of their grownups as possible."-. Sharing wordless books is a terrific way to build important literacy skills, including listening skills, vocabulary, comprehension and an increased awareness of how stories are structured.
And children love them. FAQs Conclusion Introduction Imagine a children's book that defies convention. Enter The Book with No Pictures by B.J.
Novak. Yes, you heard it right-a picture book without pictures! At first glance, this may sound like a recipe for boredom. But don't you dare underestimate this gem.
When it first hit the shelves, skepticism ran rampant. When I found out that B J Novak, of The Office fame, had written a children's book, I had to get my hands on it. And quickly.
I had my preconceptions about a children's book with no pictures, would it be boring? Would it hold their attention like a picture book does? I couldn't have been more wrong. BJ Novak's book is pure genius. The Author B J (Benjamin Joseph) Novak is a household.
Editorial Reviews A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2014 This supremely silly, entirely endearing book is one of the year's most delightful surprises. B.J. Novak understands that if there's one thing kids like even better than pictures, it's nonsense words.
Even better? Hearing nonsense words read aloud by your parents. We've yet to make it through this one without the kids collapsing into. He is also acclaimed for his stand-up comedy; his performances in motion pictures; and his New York Times bestselling books, the children's book The Book With No Pictures and the short story collection One More Thing.
A graduate of Harvard University with a degree in English and Spanish literature, he lives in Los Angeles, California. Reading to Kids is a grassroots organization dedicated to inspiring underserved children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and opportunities for future success. Beautifully illustrated wordless picture books for children of all ages to enjoy.
From artists like David Weisman, Jerry Pinkey, and more. No pictures but oodles of silly words and giggles. Read Common Sense Media's The Book with No Pictures review, age rating, and parents guide.
Wordless picture books are great for active reading - you can point things out, make sounds, and act out the plot.