DON’T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS!/NO DEJES QUE LA PALOMA CONDUZCA EL AUTOBúS!
Author: Mo Willems
Grades: PreK - 1
Lexile®: 120
Guided Reading Level: G
Release Date: 2009
Themes: Animals and Pets;Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving;Humor;People at Work
When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place -- a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. Paperback Formats Available for Schools Only.
Reviews:
"This frist-rate adaptation of Mo Willems' hilarious, beloved picture book delights on every level." - Starred Review, Booklist "...a tremendously captivating film." - School Library Journal "Dixiland jazz...and sound effects add even more energy to (the) animation. Highly recommended. Editor's Choice." - ****, Video Librarian "Mo Willems, with help from Jon Scieszka, narrates this delightfully boisterous and interactive animated story about a pigeon who is very determined to drive a bus." - ALA Notable Video Committee
Awards:
ALA Notable Recording;Earphones Award;School Library Journal Best Book of the Year;Booklist Best Book of the Year;Child Magazine Best Book of the Year;Caldecott Honor Book;ALA Notable Book