I Did It! (I Like to Read Comics)

by Michael Emberley (Author)

Reading Level: K − 1st Grade

Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Winner! Learning to ride a bike is hard. Can I do it? Yes, I can!

A fun comic that kindergarteners and first graders can read on their own.

Can I do it?

I can't do it.

I want to do it.

I did it!

Simple text that new readers can read by themselves, along with delightful pictures in a comic format, show a little creature trying and trying again as they learn to ride a bicycle. All their friends help with supportive words of encouragement. "You did it!" their friends exclaim.

Comics-lovers can now share the fun with their kids, students, siblings, and younger friends who are learning to read! I Like to Read(R) Comics are perfect for kids who are challenged by or unengaged in reading, kids who love art, and the growing number of young comics fans.

Filled with eye-catching art, humor, and terrific stories these comics provide unique reading experiences for growing minds. We hope that all new readers will say, "I like to read comics!"

An American Library Association Notable Children's Book

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year

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Kirkus

Starred Review
When it comes to excellent books, Emberley does it! Joyfully encouraging--just what uncertain little ones need as they make their first forays into independence. 

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Lively cartoony illustrations with plenty of white space provide humor and relatability.

School Library Journal

Starred Review

PreS-1--The thrill and trepidation of trying something new is explored in this unpanelled graphic story. A catlike critter in striped pajamas tries their hand at childhood skills like building block towers and scaling trees, resulting in frustrating failures. The critter is undeterred, or perhaps spurred to action by frustration, and riding a bicycle becomes the story's central challenge. With encouragement from their friends, the feline protagonist is fully satisfied with the results of their efforts. Emberley's illustrations wobble, march, and scale the blank pages to create a sense of movement, and the pencil-etched cast feels loved and familiar, like a well-worn collection of stuffed animals. The text is comprised of a litany of variations on the title, expressive while spare, ideal for newly independent readers. VERDICT Pairing animated, thoughtful illustrations and simple text with a story focused on determination, this book is a perfect pick for new readers, both nervous and brave.--Emilia Packard

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★ This title will be cherished by librarians, educators, and caregivers for its simple yet direct message but also by young readers, who will see themselves reflected in the main character. When it comes to excellent books, Emberley does it! Joyfully encouraging—just what uncertain little ones need as they make their first forays into independence. —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

The all-dialogue text, with just a handful of words in total, is easy to read and will give new readers, too, the self-assurance finally enjoyed by our main character. Lively cartoony illustrations with plenty of white space provide humor and relatability. —The Horn Book
Michael Emberley
Michael Emberley has been writing and illustrating children's books since 1979. He is best known for illustrating Robie Harris's It's Perfectly Normal. He lives in Ireland.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9780823446513
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Holiday House
Publication date
October 11, 2022
Series
I Like to Read Comics
BISAC categories
JUV039090 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | New Experience
JUV039140 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
JUV043000 - Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Beginner
JUV032180 - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation | Cycling
JUV008110 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Humorous
Library of Congress categories
Friendship
Friendship in children
Graphic novels
Cartoons and comics
Comics (Graphic works)
Cycling
Bicycles and bicyling
Geisel Medal (Dr. Seuss)
Winner 2023 - 2023
An American Library Association Notable Children's Book
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year

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