Stanley's Diner (Stanley Picture Books)

by William Bee (Author) William Bee (Illustrator)

Stanley's Diner (Stanley Picture Books)
Reading Level: K − 1st Grade

It's another busy day at Stanley's Diner!

"Stanley's new story line of working in the kitchen will appeal to any preschooler who plays house or pretends to cook." ―School Library Journal

Eggs and pancakes, coming right up! Stanley is cooking for all his hungry friends in his diner, while Hattie takes their orders. Then Stanley bakes and serves up a special cake--all for one very special "little" customer. Starring everyone's favorite hard-working hamster and his friends, Stanley's Diner will appeal to toddlers curious about restaurants and food, kitchens and cooking. Brightly colored illustrations framed in bold black outline and a cheery diner setting showcase recognizable menu items, kitchen tools, and appliances. The story ends in jubilant celebration but also with the responsibility of clean up. Then Stanley returns home for his familiar, comforting nighttime routine: "Time for supper! Time for a bath! And time for bed!"

Perfect for fans of Maisy, William Bee's beloved Stanley series features adorable hardworking hamster Stanley and his community of rodent friends as they work different jobs and help each other along the way. The sturdy padded picture book format is ideal for readers at a transitional age between board books and picture books, and the books are trusted models of basic preschool concepts such as colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, community helpers, jobs and careers, vehicles, and daily routines. Don't miss any of the titles in the Stanley series!

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School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 1--Another addition to the series, Stanley's Diner follows another busy day at the diner, where Stanley and his friend Hattie cook up eggs, pancakes, and even a special cake for Little Woo's birthday. Of course, when the day is done, everything must be cleaned up so Stanley can return home and rest for the evening. Bee's familiar hamster is always on the go and is a jack of all trades. These books are great for building young children's literacy skills, as the text asks engaging questions, leading readers to the answer on the next page. The illustrations are clear and helpful rather than distracting for young readers. Items in the illustrations are clearly labeled, making connections for beginning readers. Stanley's new story line of working in the kitchen will appeal to any preschooler who plays house or pretends to cook. VERDICT A solid purchase.--Kaitlin Connors, Virginia Beach Public Library

Copyright 2015 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Review quotes

"Stanley's new story line of working in the kitchen will appeal to any preschooler who plays house or pretends to cook." ―School Library Journal
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781561458028
Lexile Measure
420
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Peachtree Publishers
Publication date
September 01, 2015
Series
Stanley Picture Books
BISAC categories
JUV002180 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, etc.
JUV023000 - Juvenile Fiction | Lifestyles | City & Town Life
JUV006000 - Juvenile Fiction | Business, Careers, Occupations
Library of Congress categories
Diners (Restaurants)
Hamsters
Rodents

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