This week’s prompt…What is your favorite book to read aloud or to hear read aloud and why?
I absolutely love reading Tikki Tikki Tembo-no sa rembo-chari bari ruchi-pip peri pembo aloud to anyone that will listen. This retelling of an old Chinese folktale tells the story of two brothers with very different names and explains how parents in China historically gave their “first and honored” sons grand, long names. Case in point, the full title of this book is actually the name of the first son in the story. I must admit, the story is a bit troubling and maybe a little harsh at points, but it is a very fun read that kids enjoy hearing over and over again. I never cease to giggle at the first few times I hear that wonderful name.
How are you spending World Read Aloud Day (WRAD) on March 4th? I’ll be reading aloud with my favorite three year old out in the Sydney Royal Botanical Gardens. I also have a personal goal of setting up my first reading as an author before March 4th, so I’ll be reaching out to my local independent bookstores to coordinate a storytime that includes a chance to read Wally the Warm-Weather Penguin aloud publically to children for the first time.
For more information about World Read Aloud Day, visit litworld.org/worldreadaloudday. You’ll find lots of helpful information, downloadable kits for classrooms, home and libraries as well as ideas for communities to come together on WRAD 2015.
Shout out to The Busy Librarian (@MatthewWinner) for coordinating the World Read Aloud Day “Speak Your Story” Blogging Challenge. And if you are participating in WRAD, please leave a comment about your activities!
Stephanie Ward 
I remember this book, but from a long time ago. Thanks for bringing back memories! Also, thanks for sharing on the Kid Lit Blog Hop!
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I do think I’ve read that book a while ago, but my very favorite book to read aloud (as fast as I can) as Fox in Socks by Dr. Seuss. I consider it a personal challenge! Thanks for sharing in the Kid Lit Blog Hop.
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Thank you for introducing me to this book! It will be a ton of fun to read aloud to my kiddos. Visiting from the Kid Lit Blog Hop :).
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I can’t remember if I’ve ever read this book. I must find it now. Thanks for sharing on the KidLitBlogHop and for sharing about World Read Aloud Day.
~Cool Mom for the
Stanley & Katrina Gang
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I have never met a kid who didn’t love this book! Thanks for linking up at the Kid Lit Blog Hop. Off to share your post!
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This brings back such delightful memories. I remember the first time I heard this read aloud in 3rd grade. Such a fun book.
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I’m visiting from Kit Lit blog Hop. This looks like a fun book. Loved reading this to my children (oh so very long ago) when they were growing up.
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It’s always fun to learn of new cultures. Thanks for sharing!
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I love that book too. Scholastic DVD Collection has a great semi-animated version of it that is wonderful to watch.
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