This story follows David, a little boy who often gets into trouble but is always loved. In the classroom, it‘s useful for discussing rules, self-control, and unconditional love. It also provides opportunities for students to connect with their own experiences of learning boundaries and to practice sequencing events or retelling a story through both words and pictures.
pickIn No, David!, the illustrations are bold, exaggerated, and filled with playful lines and bright colors. The slightly chaotic compositions mirror David‘s mischievous energy, while the simple, childlike drawing style matches the humor and perspective of a young child. The art works hand-in-hand with the text, amplifying both the comedy and the warmth of the story.
After reading, students can make their own “No, ______!” page by drawing a character doing something silly and adding a big “No!” sentence.
pickNo, David! (Picturebook, Caldecott Honor, 1998) tells the story through its pictures. The bright colors make the book feel fun and playful. The simple shapes look like a child‘s drawing, which makes the story easy for kids to connect with. The wiggly lines show David‘s wild and messy behavior. The pictures are set up so David is always the focus, which makes his actions the center of the story.
“Whatever he does, wherever he goes, trouble follows“
This book is great for the classroom because its bold, colorful illustrations make the story easy to follow. The book encourages friendship, problem-solving, and creativity.
pickThe picture book my friend rabbit, a Calecott winner, published in 2002 uses bold black lines, bright colors, and lots of space to show action and emotion. The characters often move across the page and the illustrations guide the eye, making the story fun and easy to follow.
