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Summary: Terrific for newborns and older
Review: "Biscuit" is an unforgettable existentialist tome. Not only an enigmatic and deeply disturbing tale about the individual's struggle against the chains of authoritarian oppression. The unnamed narrator (calling to memory "Big Brother" from Orwell's "1984") attempts repeatedly to put Biscuit to bed. This is one pup, however, with what Rand called "a strong sense of self," what Heidegger referred to as "dasein". This is a dog that will not submit. The ending, left amibguous, seems to imply a victory on the part of the "Big Brother" character. But anyone with even the most basic understanding of denouement and characterization can tell that this is simply an allegory for the crushing weight of society breaking the backs of every individual--and, more than that, it is a cliffhanger. Because Biscuit will not quit. But even without the biting social commentary, "Biscuit" remains a classic of modern suspense. Will Biscuit EVER go to bed? Though I have already given the ending away, with this masterwork of post-modern existentialism, it is the journey, not the destination, that is key.
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Summary: One brave, self-actualizing dog vs. the weight of the world
Review: "Biscuit" is an unforgettable existentialist tome. Not only an enigmatic and deeply disturbing tale about the individual's struggle against the chains of authoritarian oppression. The unnamed narrator (calling to memory "Big Brother" from Orwell's "1984") attempts repeatedly to put Biscuit to bed. This is one pup, however, with what Rand called "a strong sense of self," what Heidegger referred to as "dasein". This is a dog that will not submit. The ending, left amibguous, seems to imply a victory on the part of the "Big Brother" character. But anyone with even the most basic understanding of denouement and characterization can tell that this is simply an allegory for the crushing weight of society breaking the backs of every individual--and, more than that, it is a cliffhanger. Because Biscuit will not quit. But even without the biting social commentary, "Biscuit" remains a classic of modern suspense. Will Biscuit EVER go to bed? Though I have already given the ending away, with this masterwork of post-modern existentialism, it is the journey, not the destination, that is key.
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Summary: For the tired parent's bedtime kit!
Review: "Biscuit" fascinates my two and a half year old daughter. It's her favorite bedtime story, and she says the words from memory along with me as I read to her. An important plus is that it's very short - just what a tired parent needs after a hard day's work to satisfy his/her kid!
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Summary: A Comforting Story for the Beginner Reader
Review: Biscut is a cute "small, yellow puppy" owned by an equally adorable 3 to 6 year-old, auburn-haired girl. Most of this 21-page book is in the following format: Time for bed, Biscuit!
Woof, woof!
Biscuit wants ... What does Biscut want? Well, he wants "to play, a snack, a drink, to hear a story, his blanket, his doll, a hug, a kiss, a light on, to be tucked in, one more kiss, one more hug, and to curl up." Thirty-five simple words are introduced and many are used over and over again so that the text eventually averages a little more than six words per page. This warm, comforting story is perfect for a child who has just started to learn to read.
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Summary: A Comforting Story for the Beginner Reader
Review: Biscut is a cute "small, yellow puppy" owned by an equally adorable 3 to 6 year-old, auburn-haired girl. Most of this 21-page book is in the following format: Time for bed, Biscuit!
Woof, woof!
Biscuit wants ... What does Biscut want? Well, he wants "to play, a snack, a drink, to hear a story, his blanket, his doll, a hug, a kiss, a light on, to be tucked in, one more kiss, one more hug, and to curl up." Thirty-five simple words are introduced and many are used over and over again so that the text eventually averages a little more than six words per page. This warm, comforting story is perfect for a child who has just started to learn to read.
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Summary: Terrific for newborns and older
Review: I started reading this book to my boy when he was 2 months old. The bright pictures of Biscuit's appealing face immediately grabbed his attention. He also loves the "woof" "woof" sounds and the repetitiveness. I'm still reading it to him now at 7 mos and he still loves it more than any other book. If he "accidentally" learns to read, it will be from this book, I'm sure.
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Summary: I love Biscuit!!
Review: I'm way too old for this book, but I worship it. I think Biscuit is adorable--I love dogs--and "Biscuit Finds a Friend" is just as cute. Buy this book!
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Summary: Very Helpful for Beginning Readers
Review: My daughter is in first grade, and really struggles with reading. So I ordered Biscuit and Bathtime for Biscuit and both books have really helped her. The words are simple and repetitive, she was able to read the books with a little help. The story of Biscuit is interesting to her and the pictures are cute. My daughter likes to read about the little girl trying to get Biscuit to bed, and every time she reads it her reading skills improve. This book is a five star hands down, I am looking forward to ordering more My First I Can Read books by Alyssa Satin Capucilli.
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Summary: Toddlers Love Biscuit, Too!
Review: My son is almost 21 months old, and he is positively addicted to Biscuit! As many reviews attest, the Biscuit books would be wonderful for beginning readers, but they are also great for toddlers just learning how to string sentences together. My son now asks us to "curl up" with him, tell us that "Biscuit wants a big hug" and has even named his favorite stuffed puppy "Biscuit." We read this book (and the two others we have) nearly every night; they're short, they're simple, and they're adorable. Definitely a good investment.
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Summary: Biscuit is a hit at my house!
Review: My two year-old cannot get enough of this book. It has just the right amount of text per page to hold her interest and enough repetition on the theme (getting Biscuit to go to bed) that she gets really tickled when she can tell me what comes next for Biscuit on each page.
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