Scholastic: I Love You Like Crazy Cakes and More
Synopsis
As with the other Scholastic Video Collection releases, the title story is a carefully crafted video adaptation of a classic children’s picture book, and the other assorted tales are enhanced by those with related themes. “I Love You Like Crazy Cakes” by Rose Lewis is included, and the additional stories include Cari Best’s “Three Cheers for Catherine the Great.” Sara’s feisty Russian grandmother Catherine asks for “no presents” for her birthday – and gets them – one by one from the people around her. Next is “Five Creatures,” an adapted story by Emily Jenkins, told from a young girl’s point of view regarding the two cats and three humans that live in her house. This DVD edition also offers the bonus story “Uncle Elephant” by Arnold Lobel and a Read-Along screen option.
Dove Review
Over the years the people from the Scholastic Company have finished fantastic educational products that encourage children in the learning process. This DVD collection of award winning stories takes them on an adventure in four different styles that will expose your youngsters to other cultures, social issues and feelings. Gather the children around to enjoy in the same fashion as story time with your local librarian.