About this item
Tiny is a very big dog. But Tiny wasn't always so big. When Tiny was a puppy, there were some things he just couldn't do well...like learn tricks, or run fast. But Tiny was always a good friend...and he still is.When Tiny Was Tiny, written at the very first level of easy readers, is ideal for early readers. The brief sentences, repetitive phrases, and important visual clues within the illustrations help readers along while keeping them entertained. Predictability, simple vocabulary, and colorful, expressive illustrations combine to build children's reading confidence.
About the Author
From a young age, Cari made up stories. One of her favorite places to make up stories was on her grandpa and grandma's farm in southern Minnesota. There, she would find a quiet little spot in the corn field, or on a swing and let her imagination wander. Cari has lived in Minnesota, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. She now resides in Evergreen, Colorado with her husband, John, their four boys, two horses, and a very energetic runaway dog named Koki.Cari loves to visit libraries and schools and talk about the power of the imagination and the joy of reading.Besides writing and reading, Cari enjoys running, skiing, riding horses, yoga, and playing with Playmobil toys. Contact information: email Cari at mice2tiny@aol.com. She would love to hear from you. [Pronunciation guide: Cari (cuh-rye) Meister (my-stir) ]Photo Credit: Steve Henke Copyright 2010
