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Herbert is deeply doubtful about his first Halloween--but with a little help from his dad and a special tiger costume, Herbert might just find confidence on Halloween night. Together, father and son practice roaring, carve a pumpkin, and venture out in search of candy. And by the end of the night, Herbert finds his doubts have melted away. A sweet introduction to Halloween and to being brave, this book is sure to delight the youngest of trick-or-treaters.
Author Notes
Cynthia Rylant was born on June 6, 1954 in Hopewell, Virginia. She attended and received degrees at Morris Harvey College, Marshall University, and Kent State University.
Rylant worked as an English professor and at the children's department of a public library, where she first discovered her love of children's literature.
She has written more than 100 children's books in English and Spanish, including works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Her novel Missing May won the 1993 Newbery Medal and A Fine White Dust was a 1987 Newbery Honor book. Rylant wrote A Kindness, Soda Jerk, and A Couple of Kooks and Other Stories, which were named as Best Book for Young Adults. When I was Young in the Mountains and The Relatives Came won the Caldecott Award.
She has many popular picture books series, including Henry and Mudge, Mr. Putter and Tabby and High-Rise Private Eyes. (Bowker Author Biography)
Reviews (2)
School Library Journal Review
Toddler-PreS-Herbert, like many other young children, is just a little bit anxious about his first Halloween. The text is simple yet conversational. The clear but somewhat muted illustrations allow for a slow, thoughtful exploration about this upcoming challenge. Father is very patient, letting Herbert make his own decisions about what he will be and carefully measuring the little one step-by-step for a tiger costume. Herbert's confidence increases as he practices his roar in the closet. As his courage grows, so will that of the children enjoying his story. The pumpkins are carved with happy faces and named Jack, which will help dispel fear of the holiday. The spread depicting the overview of neighborhood children out trick-or-treating is somewhat lit; readers will be able to identify all the costumes. Rylant and Henry know children well and it shows; this book is sure to become a dog-eared favorite. VERDICT This winning introduction to Halloween meets young children where they are, and will be a welcome addition to all libraries. Day care centers and new parents will appreciate it greatly.-Elizabeth Swartz, Warrior Run School District, PA © Copyright 2017. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Publisher's Weekly Review
A piglet learns what trick-or-treating is all about in this gentle father-son story. "Herbert was not sure about Halloween," begins Rylant. Herbert's father attempts to share his love of the holiday, starting with an old photo of himself in a cowboy costume. Herbert remains skeptical, but asks, "Can I be a tiger?" Father and son get to work on the costume and decorations, and Herbert practices his roar for the big night. Henry's warm domestic scenes bring to mind the pig family at the heart of Jean Van Leeuwen's Tales of Oliver Pig as Rylant highlights the comfortable bond between parent and child. Wearing a cowboy outfit, Herbert's father accompanies him for a night of trick-or-treating. With his first Halloween a success, Herbert is already planning next year's costume. Perhaps he'll be back for other holiday firsts, too. Ages 2-4. Author's agent: Steven Malk, Writers House. Illustrator's agent: Robin Rue, Writers House. (Aug.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.