Children's β¦ Penny’s Take
Clifford's Manners
Norman Bridwell Β· 2016
68/100
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Clifford is a reliably beloved character and the familiar artwork makes this a comfortable family read-aloud, but the book functions more as a list of manners than a story β there is no real narrative arc, just illustrated examples. It covers useful ground and works well for classroom settings where the lessons can be discussed, but as a standalone picture book the narrative engagement is thin. A useful tool; a limited book.
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Verdict receipt0β100
safety98
substance60
craft58
originality52
accuracy82
hype80
age_fit78
human_eye62
Penny’s verdict68
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