Saturday, February 12, 2011

The Missing Piece Meets the Big O


The Missing Piece Meets the Big O
By Shel Silverstein
Published by HarperCollins (1981)

Reading Level: Ages 9-12 years
Pages: 104
Genre: Poetry, Picture Book

Summary: A missing piece is trying to find someone to roll with. He has a hard time finding
someone that he fits with. He finally find someone he fits with, but then he grows and is all alone
again. He meets a O that needs no missing piece and inspires the missing piece to try rolling in his own. The missing piece learns to roll on his own.
My Reaction: I thought this story was very cute, but it had a profound meaning.
Potential Problems: I don't see any problems
Recommendations: I would recommend this to older children
on up. I think anyone can learn from this book.

If you like this you might also like the following books, also by Shel Silverstein:
  • The Missing Piece
  • The Giving Tree
Checkout Shel Silverstein's Website! www.ShelSilverstein.com

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