Square Eyes
Craig Smith
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Review published
April 24, 2023
April 2023
Oh no, Panda's got square eyes! Can anything get him to exercise?
In this sing-along story from author Craig Smith, Panda and his friends have a big problem: they've got square eyes from watching TV and using devices all day! There's lots of fun outdoor activities to be done away from screens, but can anything persuade the lazy Panda to get some exercise?
Told entirely with the rhyming style that made Craig Smith a household name, this is a fun story about the benefits of getting away from screens and being active.
The talented Scott Tulloch also has a lot of fun with his detailed illustrations too, such as when Panda is watching CHaPs on his TV (an obvious nod to the 70s and 80s police show CHiPs).
And of course, Craig has another catchy song to go along with the story, which you can download or stream so you and your kids can sing along with him.
If you have a kid who has trouble resisting the siren call of the TV just like Panda, then this book will be perfect for them.
Overall, this is a fun musical story with a new cast of animal characters and a serious message, and perfect for kids faced with their own 'square eyes' problems.
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Buzzometer
Beginner
Reader level:
Awesome!
Story rating:
Laughter
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Vital statistics
Author
Craig Smith
Scott Tulloch
Illustrator
Publisher
Scholastic
Publication date
2014
Pages
24
Genre
Picture book
Humour
Animals & nature
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