Another great Elephant & Piggie book on waiting...this is definitely a concept all children will be able to relate to. Like I Am a Frog, it's a straightforward lesson with a small surprise at the end, delving less deeply than usual into the two mismatched characters' endearing friendship. This is a book in the series where the moral is pretty clear – waiting is hard but worth it. In... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. I just received my delivery, and I purchased a new book not used. Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but will not tell him what it is and also tells him he will have to wait for it. Piggie is not. Talk about backfiring! (An Elephant and Piggie Book), Let's Go for a Drive! Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The book is a good book for easy readers and it teaches a lesson on how to be patient. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. She is just learning to read, and now she reads Piggie's speeches and her big bro reads Gerald's. I bought this book like a year ago for a friend’s baby & it’s been sitting in my room since. "For Trixie. Finally read it. Waiting is not easy. In the book, Piggie asks Gerald (the elephant) to wait for a special surprise. We saw in the weeks before Christmas. He keeps asking leading questions, trying to figure it out, and even asked the other day, "Can you show me a little piece?" Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Can Gerald wait the entire time without groaning... Every time a new Elephant and Piggie book comes out, I think, He can't possibly top the last one! (That's three-year-old for "Maybe I can sneakily get you to answer my question!") We’ve certainly used the lessons in this book with our daughter. (An Elephant and Piggie Book), Hardcover – Illustrated, November 4, 2014, Hyperion Books for Children; Illustrated edition (November 4, 2014), An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Gerald is careful. I'm disappointed... maybe the intended message would work for an older group, but not a toddler/preschool who takes everything literally and repeats what she hears. But there's one thing that can make waiting go a little bit faster—a friend! It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Please try again. Just be warned once you buy your child one of these books, you will eventually have to get the whole set! by Mo Willems.Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he is going to have to wait for it. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Mo Willems is the bomb, I love his work! The simple words and expressive illustrations, as always, reveal the fact that we often overlook the obvious and that there is beauty all around us. Prior to creating the Wikki Stix craft, read the book, Waiting is Not Easy by Mo Willems, to your kids (older kids can read independently). The fruit is great. (Elephant & Piggie, #22). (An Elephant and Piggie Book) ebook. Please try again. So when Gerald gets so impatient waiting to see Piggy's "surprise" that he storms off angrily, my little guy really understood. $ 9.99. But there's one thing that can make waiting go a little bit faster—a friend! Gerald can't wait for the surprise Piggie told.But Piggie said he'd better just keep waiting..Finally he came to see the thrilling surprise!What could it be? No. In the end, Gerald was able to wait and is glad he did.) In sports today, players and teams are waiting … waiting patiently for their time to shine. However, that lesson is still wrapped up in the fun of a typical Elephant and Piggie book. (An Elephant and Piggie Book) online books in PDF, EPUB and Mobi Format. I am honestly excited for children to be reading this, because Mo Willems captures the exasperation and ecstasy of human existence better than any adult writer does. This set This book has two characters, that teach each other how to be patient with waiting for a surprise at the end of the day. The church however encourages waiting; in fact, we devote a whole season to it. by Mo Willems, is a favorite in many primary classrooms. Waiting Is Not Easy is a Caldecott Award Winner. Mo Willems captures the exasperation and ecstasy of human existence better than any adult writer does, Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018. Kate saved her money and bought this book. And Wait. My girls and I have been waiting for this book since we pre-ordered it in April! The ELEPHANT & PIGGIE story, Waiting Is Not Easy! Piggie has a special surprise for her friend, but Gerald is going to have to be patient and wait for it...and then wait some more! Welcome back. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. My husband wears glasses and hates waiting, so when I accidentally stumbled into the children's section at Strand, I immediately showed the book to him. My 3 year old picked this book out of the library and became so obsessed with it that I had to go and buy it, as well as several others in the series. Unable to add item to List. He keeps asking leading questions, trying to figure it out, and even asked the other day, "Can you show me a little piece?" Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2018. However, our discussions on a more nuanced and insightful level. I bought this for my preschooler, who, at almost 4 years old, has a very hard time being patient. (In this case, Piggy has something to share with Gerald but he has to wait for it. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. How do you think Gerald is feeling? Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Piggie is patient, Gerald is not and says as much. Those very words have come out of my daughter's mouth since we started reading this book! With Mo Willems & Trixie we can go back to Trixie and Knuffle Bunny. In the end, Gerald was able to wait and is glad he did.) The children’s book, Waiting Is Not Easy by Mo Willems captures the angst of waiting. What kind of thoughts do you think he is having?” READ THE BOOK POST READING DISCUSSION The book was well-packaged and made. And Wait. The only problem is that Gerald literally can't deal with waiting, and he gets more and more anxious about the surprise. But there's one thing that can make waiting go a little bit faster—a friend! Gerald is very impatient but the surprise is worth it. His reactions include producing several loud GROANS and reminding Piggie repeatedly that waiting is NOT easy. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Keep waiting and keep trusting God. Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2019. When reading aloud I always share the dedication page & sometimes we have no idea who the person is or what the story is behind the dedication. Prices as of Jan 14. After several disappointing books, particularly among the Pigeon series, I think Mo Willems may have found his humor again as well as. Granted, it’s a book about patience. In Waiting Is Not Easy , Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he is going to have to wait for it. Enables discussions on many age appropriate levels. Gerald can. Gerald is careful. And waiting can take a long time. is another spirited installment in Mo Willems ' award-winning Elephant & Piggie series for beginning readers. I *love* the Elephant and Piggie books, and so does my toddler! You need to get it at a library or bookstore. Very funny and great way to understand patience, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 21, 2016. #1 New York Times Bestselling author and illustrator Mo Willems is best known for his Caldecott Honor winning picture books, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Nominee (2015). In fact, my son's birthday is coming up soon, and he's been going insane waiting to find out what his gift is. Download Waiting Is Not Easy! Gerald the Elephant is eager to learn when Piggie announces that there is a surprise on the way. Stay tuned, folks! He hates waiting for anything; suspense i. I *love* the Elephant and Piggie books, and so does my toddler! (I'm not good with suspense/anticipation, either.) The topics are ones that kids can relate to, and this volume is no exception. Explain to the students that this book is called ‘Waiting is Not Easy.’ The character on the book cover is Gerald. Gerald the Elephant is eager to learn when Piggie announces that there is a surprise on the way. Not a lot of reading in it, but it summed up how impatient she can be using fun characters. (An Elephant and Piggie Book) (An Elephant and Piggie Book, 18), Can I Play Too? Especially when surprises are anticipated. Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, and he is very excited. VERDICT This original story is about friendship, but it also offers insights into human emotions.—Janene Corbin, Rosebank Elementary School, Nashville, TN, *"These masterful mini-dramas will delight and amuse early-reader and picture-book audiences, alike. The book is a good book for easy readers and it teaches a lesson on how to be patient. That should be the title of the book 'How to be Obnoxious'. Can I read waiting iso not easy already ???????? And Wait. The drawings are really great in this book. Gerald GROANS impatiently throughout the book as Piggie asks him to … This book has a very important message for kids to learn: patience. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In fact, my son's birthday is coming up soon, and he's been going insane waiting to find out what his gift is. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. In Waiting Is Not Easy!, Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he is going to have to wait for it. This is an easy-to-read book about Gerald the elephant and Piggie the pig. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. According to some historians, the month of April is actually named after Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, by way of the Romans.... To see what your friends thought of this book. I created 2 sets of comprehension questions to check for understanding (2 pages for each set).The first set is designed for grades 1-2 (responding by writing a sentence or a list). And when Gerald comes back because he can't stand not to know, and is blown away by the grandeur of his surprise (don't worry, I won't spoil it for you, but it really is amazing), we all breathed a sigh of relief. It's 50 pages (exaggerated but seems like it while reading it) of some ugly, unanimated man-looking-elephant begging to see a surprise. He groans loudly and throws tantrums, and yells things like "It's not easy to wait! Bless you Piggie. We could all use a little patience. Waiting isn't easy but Piggy encourages Gerald to be patient. Piggie is not. I want to encourage you not to give up. A delight every time and especially in this case reading with my intensely expressive 7yo about the difficulties of waiting. Waiting – an experience we have all come to know and not love during these challenging times. | Gerald is careful. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. It encourages your child to read as they can read the narration of one of the characters and you can read the other. Piggie cannot help smiling. This book is adorable, and I loved the twist on the usual animation; it made the surprise that much more special. And the payoff is good. How can you know what he is feeling? “I am tired of waiting!” Piggie keeps telling Gerald that the wait will be worth it. We wait for the day we can return to visit loved ones and reunite with friends. Piggie is not. November 4th 2014 Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2017. Well, my husband is, indeed, Gerald, and I am Piggie, and the things that happen to these two friends are pretty much real scenarios from our life. Piggie is not. In Advent the church teaches us to wait, to expect, and to hope. Parents need to know that Waiting Is Not Easy! With these multi-leveled lessons, students are encouraged to explore the important elements of any fiction text to support comprehension. Yep, Inigo Montoya and I both agree with Gerald on this; waiting is NOT easy. And Wait. Sometimes one of the hardest things to do is wait. I can't wait to see what you'll do next." See all 3 questions about Waiting is Not Easy!…, Edwina the Dinosaur Who Didn’t Know She Was Extinct, You Can Never Find a Rickshaw When it Monsoons, Goodreads Members' Most Anticipated Books of April. I have a pile of these books and Neo is eager to tackle them. “GROANNNN!” exclaims Gerald, “I am tired of waiting!” Waiting really isn't easy, but this is overly redundant...and just can't get beyond the dully-colored illustrations. Bless you Mo. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2015. Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he has to wait all day. The topics are ones that kids can relate to, and this volume is no exception. (An Elephant and Piggie Book), An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Gerald is careful. Brilliantly timed book about waiting and the magic of the night...perfect to use around the holiday season and for winter sky watching. We’d love your help. And waiting can take a long time. And that’s a good message to be sharing right before Christmas. Gerald can. Something went wrong. Really more like 4.5 stars. I remember learning to bake cookies with my grandmother who would always remind us as the oven door closed that “Good things come to those who wait.” by Hyperion Books for Children. Goodreads Rating - 4.5 / 5.0. Piggie cannot help smiling. Naturally Willems picked up yet another Geisel Honor Award for this fun book. Piggie quite innocently proceeds to drive Elephant nearly insane by telling him she has a surprise for him but he'd have to wait for it. I don't want my child reading an example of how to be obnoxious. We're wasting the whole day!" Can I read this book called waiting is easy through this website ???????? The word “wait” does not measure time spent, but rather it is a process of strengthening until fulfillment. As Gerald grows more impatient, his reactions get more fun. (Elephant & Piggie, #22)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Like waiting on the drip, drip, drip of rain to stop or the ding of the timer for cookies to be done baking. Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2014. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. Waiting can be fun sometimes, though not easy. I discovered the Elephant & Piggie books a few years ago and loved them, but my kids have just really got into them, so I bought my daughter a couple of new ones for Christmas. Piggie cannot help smiling. Waiting Is Not Easy! Like waiting on the drip, drip, drip of rain to stop or the ding of the timer for cookies to be done baking. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. Piggie knows that the surprise is worth the wait, but she has to keep Gerald there to see it. With this insightful message, Mo Willems fabricates a sweet and cute story! This is the perfect book for adults to read to children and plan a day for themselves to wait for the surprise at the end of this book. Waiting Together Book Description : Waiting is not easy! We both absolutely love them! Refresh and try again. Please try again. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2017, I love this book so does my 4 year old. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2015, Elephant and Piggy books and absolutely brilliant: I have bought every single one that has been published starting from when my 10 year old was little and now I am still buying them for my 5 year old. Piggie has a special surprise for her friend, but Gerald is going to have to be patient and wait for it—and then wait some more! How Elephant handles or rather, doesn't handle, the whole waiting business is really funny, sure to be appreciated by kids who have experienced the pain of having to wait for anything! In the end, Gerald was able to wait and is glad he did.) Is the surprise worth waiting for? Waiting Is Not Easy! book by Mo Willems. Love how the concept is explained here. In this wonderful book, Mo Willems takes us on a journey of waiting and the beautiful surprise that follows! The snippet of text I shared is from the beginning of the book. Book #22 in the Elephant and Piggie Series. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. It was my first book in the series. Mo Willems does a great job addressing children's feeling, relationships and dilemmas from their perspective. Buy a cheap copy of Waiting Is Not Easy! So one shouldn’t be surprised that it’s a little slow. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. We love Mo Willems. Waiting is one tough job! Waiting isn't easy but Piggy encourages Gerald to be patient. Like waiting on the drip, drip, drip of rain to stop or the ding of the timer for cookies to be done baking. (An Elephant and Piggie Book) (An Elephant and Piggie Book, 20), Don't Let the Pigeon Series 6 Books Collection Set by Mo Willems (Pigeon Drive the Bus, Stay Up Late, Ducking Gets a Cookie, Finds a Hot Dog, Needs a Bath & Wants a Puppy), K-Gr 2—Gerald and Piggie are sharing another adventure in the latest book in the series. Book Close Up and Inside Look, Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2018. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. However, once Gerald learns that the surprise is not yet ready, he is forced to accept having to wait. But keep waiting. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. This might be my favorite Mo Willems book to read aloud! Gerald (the elephant) tends to be serious and Piggie (the piggie) loves to have fun. What begins as a slight irritation soon sours him into an emotional mess and Piggie is forced to watch her friend unravel. Waiting Is Not Easy is a Caldecott Award Winner. Even adults have this problem. It gave rise to one of those long heart-felt sighs. THATS IT. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. What begins as a slight irritation soon sours him into an emotional mess and Piggie is forced to watch her friend unravel. (That's three-year-old for "Maybe I can sneakily get you to answer my question!") Stores cannot wait for sales, children for presents, and students for time off from school. You need to get it at a library or bookstore. It is uncomfortable in a world where so many things are available on demand. Piggie teaches Gerald how to be patient. These are acknowledged and validated while Gerald and Piggy sort things out and come to a satisfactory solution. Series Information It's all about friendship for this loyal duo! To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Bless you Gerald. Please try your request again later. He hates waiting for anything; suspense is not his friend. Waiting Is Not Easy! Worth the wait! 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