Status
Available
Call number
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Publication
Turtleback Books (1977), Edition: Turtleback School & Library ed., 48 pages
Description
Dandelion overdresses for a come-as-you-are party and is turned away because the hostess does not recognize him.
User reviews
LibraryThing member kwolcott
A very good book that teaches that it's better just to be yourself!
LibraryThing member hd071338
Modern Fantasy, The book Dandelion is about a lion who gets invited to his friend Jennifer the giraffe tea party. Before Dandelion goes to the tea party he decides to get a haircut, have his hair styled, get a manacure and buy a jacket that just so happens to be the lasted fashion. When Dandelion
I thought this book was cute and intertaining. I could definately tell this book was written in the 60's. Children who like animals should definately read this book.
This book definately teaches children that they do not have to spend a lot of money to look good because your true friends will be there in the end. I also thought that this book can teach children to not give up if you made a wrong decision in life because things eventually do turn around. Children can also learn that they can be themselves they don't have to turn themselves into something that they are not because in the end you could lose friends and spend more money than you ought to. This book can also teach children to spend their money more wisely, not frivolously.
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show up a Jennifer's door she shuts the door on him because she does not recognize Dandelion because he looked completely different. Dandelion walks off down the block and it begins to rain and Dandelion gets his jacket all wet. Before he decides to go back to tea party Dandelion has to take off his jacket because the jacket had gotten wet. When Dandelion shows up for the party again, this time Jennifer resognizes him and lets him come in to enjoy the party. "Dandelion said he would never again turn himself into a stylish dandy again, he would always be plain old me. I thought this book was cute and intertaining. I could definately tell this book was written in the 60's. Children who like animals should definately read this book.
This book definately teaches children that they do not have to spend a lot of money to look good because your true friends will be there in the end. I also thought that this book can teach children to not give up if you made a wrong decision in life because things eventually do turn around. Children can also learn that they can be themselves they don't have to turn themselves into something that they are not because in the end you could lose friends and spend more money than you ought to. This book can also teach children to spend their money more wisely, not frivolously.
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LibraryThing member katitefft
This book is a wonderful example of modern fantasy because it teaches readers about friendship through the story of a lion named Dandelion who gets invited to a tea party. Since lions and other animals cannot talk and have tea parties, this story appropriately captivates readers into the world of
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fantast. In preparation for the party, Dandelion decides to dress himself up, but his friends do not recognize him. After a rainstorm ruins his new hair and clothes, Dandelion returns to the party as his old self. This teaches readers to remain true to themselves and to not change who they are in order to impress people. Show Less
LibraryThing member jerryreads
This a a story of a lion that gets an invitation to a party and he gets a perm and the lions hair is curly and he get a suit a hat and a cane and he arrives to the party and the giraffe does not recognize him and he goes to a park bench under a tree and a storm comes and his hair is straightened
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out and the cane is gone and his hat flew off and his coat get blown off of him and after the storm is over he picks up 3 dandelions and goes back to the party and rings the door bell and the giraffe answers the door and he recognizes him and lets him in and he told them the story about him getting ready for the party and then the storm blowing and raining on him and how they recognize him then they all laugh. Show Less
LibraryThing member britwidenhouse
Summary:
This was about a lion who dressed up with culy hair, a nice hat, and a pink and black checkered jacket. He went to a party he was invited to and nobody in the party recognized him so he left the party and went under a tree and waited for the storm to pass. When it rained all of his culs
Personal Reaction:
i thought this book was really cute and also funny at the same time.
Classroom extention ideas:
BRing a few dandelions into the class for them to see.
also, i could find some coloring pictures for the class to color of lions.
This was about a lion who dressed up with culy hair, a nice hat, and a pink and black checkered jacket. He went to a party he was invited to and nobody in the party recognized him so he left the party and went under a tree and waited for the storm to pass. When it rained all of his culs
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went flat, his hat flew off, and he lost his cain. He looked down and saw three dandelions, went back to the party and rang the doorbell. everyone knew who he was then! He told everyone at the party what happened and they all laughed with him.Personal Reaction:
i thought this book was really cute and also funny at the same time.
Classroom extention ideas:
BRing a few dandelions into the class for them to see.
also, i could find some coloring pictures for the class to color of lions.
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LibraryThing member blossomfairy
Summary:
This book is about a lion named Dandelion. He receives a letter from his mailbox and got invited to a tea-and-taffy party at his friend's place. The party was scheduled actually on that same day so he decides on going to the shops to get a new look before he arrives there. His giraffe
Personal Reaction:
I liked how the author illustrated the story with an interesting plot, setting, and the theme giving and opportunity to shape the children's imagination and insight to their own experiences.
Classroom Extension:
1. Write in their journals about an idea that if they were invited to a party, explain what kind it would be and how they would want to present themselves such as doing their hair, dress up nice, etc.
2. The teacher can even arrange the party to actually be held in the classroom.
This book is about a lion named Dandelion. He receives a letter from his mailbox and got invited to a tea-and-taffy party at his friend's place. The party was scheduled actually on that same day so he decides on going to the shops to get a new look before he arrives there. His giraffe
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friend does not let him at first because she acts like she does not recognize the lion and tells him that he has the wrong address. At last, after a disaster happened from the wind and the rain, he goes back in his natural image to the party while the sun is shining. The giraffe finally welcomes him into her house having a good time among with her other guests.Personal Reaction:
I liked how the author illustrated the story with an interesting plot, setting, and the theme giving and opportunity to shape the children's imagination and insight to their own experiences.
Classroom Extension:
1. Write in their journals about an idea that if they were invited to a party, explain what kind it would be and how they would want to present themselves such as doing their hair, dress up nice, etc.
2. The teacher can even arrange the party to actually be held in the classroom.
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LibraryThing member pussreboots
Dandelion by Don Freeman is the story of a lion who wants to look his best of a party being held at Giraffe's house. He primps and preens and gets a new suit and hat.
Poor Dandelion, though, isn't recognized by his friend and isn't let into the party! Before he can do anything his new look is ruined
The illustrations are done in the colors of spring — goldenrod, pink, orange and black and white. Although Dandelion's checkered sports jacket and cravat looks dated, the pictures are still visually appealing.
My only complaint — and something my daughter picked up on too — is the strange behavior of the Giraffe. To make the "be yourself" moral work, she has to not recognize him. But what sort of friend is she that she doesn't know her own friend when he dresses differently. More importantly, why is she so rude? Perhaps Dandelion needs better friends.
Poor Dandelion, though, isn't recognized by his friend and isn't let into the party! Before he can do anything his new look is ruined
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by the weather. Worse yet, he's scolded for being late (when he arrives wet, but in his normal clothing).The illustrations are done in the colors of spring — goldenrod, pink, orange and black and white. Although Dandelion's checkered sports jacket and cravat looks dated, the pictures are still visually appealing.
My only complaint — and something my daughter picked up on too — is the strange behavior of the Giraffe. To make the "be yourself" moral work, she has to not recognize him. But what sort of friend is she that she doesn't know her own friend when he dresses differently. More importantly, why is she so rude? Perhaps Dandelion needs better friends.
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LibraryThing member larasimmons2
This is one of my favorites from childhood. It is one of Don Freeman’s “lesser known books” as the Corduroy series tends to be more popular. I certainly love this book and use it as a staple baby shower gift. I have even shared it with some of my former teacher co-workers from China who where
Dandelion gets an invitation to attend his Giraffe friend’s taffy and tea party. As a result this spawns Dandelion’s desire to look “dapper” for the party. He cuts and curls his mane, then gets a manicure. He finalizes his party preparation with a new well-tailored outfit. To his dismay, when he arrives at the party, his friend doesn’t recognize him and closes the door in his face. He gets caught in a thunderstorm, which ruins his hairstyle and new outfit. He tries his friend’s door again, and they all laugh at how they had left him out before. The theme of the book is to be who you are.
I like this book, as it is a great book to help inspire confidence. I like how the story line is simple and easy to follow, utilizing straightforward language. It includes a few words that may be new for young students. It also certainly provides an excellent classroom discussion topic as well. As an adult, I love the illustrations; they are austere and help the progression of the story, however, students may not view them as “catchy”. They are not as bright as some other books, using simple colors of yellow, black, white and some occasional reds. Despite that factor, my neighbor boys always request this story when I baby-sit.
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less familiar with the book. I would categorize this book as fantasy fiction, as it includes animals in more humanistic traits.Dandelion gets an invitation to attend his Giraffe friend’s taffy and tea party. As a result this spawns Dandelion’s desire to look “dapper” for the party. He cuts and curls his mane, then gets a manicure. He finalizes his party preparation with a new well-tailored outfit. To his dismay, when he arrives at the party, his friend doesn’t recognize him and closes the door in his face. He gets caught in a thunderstorm, which ruins his hairstyle and new outfit. He tries his friend’s door again, and they all laugh at how they had left him out before. The theme of the book is to be who you are.
I like this book, as it is a great book to help inspire confidence. I like how the story line is simple and easy to follow, utilizing straightforward language. It includes a few words that may be new for young students. It also certainly provides an excellent classroom discussion topic as well. As an adult, I love the illustrations; they are austere and help the progression of the story, however, students may not view them as “catchy”. They are not as bright as some other books, using simple colors of yellow, black, white and some occasional reds. Despite that factor, my neighbor boys always request this story when I baby-sit.
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LibraryThing member arodri13
This modern fantasy picture book tells about a lion who did not want to be himself. The main idea of this picture book is to accept yourself for who you are. The beautifully drawn illustrations and amusing plot line makes this book an enjoyable read for all ages.
LibraryThing member wichitafriendsschool
When Dandelion gets an invitation to a party, he's excited. The invitation is extra fancy, so Dandelion decides to get himself all dressed up. But when he gets to the party, no one recognizes him! Fortunately, it all works out in the end, and Dandelion learns an important lesson about being true to
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Original language
English
Physical description
9 x 7.32 inches
ISBN
0808523120 / 9780808523123
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