Two pages at the end mention the hidden frog and also contain various activities that parents or teachers can introduce to children to make the story even more meaningful and interactive.' Recommended. Small details, such as a small frog hidden amidst the action on each page, will also be fun for children observing the colourful images. The illustrations are full of action and movement that children will enjoy following as the story is read to them or as they look at the book independently. 'On each page, children will take delight in searching for letters along with Gabby. The story shows young readers how letters turn into sounds and come together to spell words. Throughout the book's bright images, colourful letters of the alphabet are embedded into objects appearing in Gabby's playroom.

The text by Joyce Grant is skilfully placed on each page to complement Jan Dolby's illustrations. The story also functions as a creative lesson in how to spell and attach meaning to words. Highly recommended.'Gabby is a colourful and animated picture book that will engage children through its bright illustrations and imaginative text. As Gabby rearranges the letters, the things they spell out spring to life! First C-A-T spells a cat, then Gabby assembles F-I-S-H to give the cat a seafood meal, and then B-I-R-D creates a bird! But what is Gabby to do when the cat and the bird won't get along? A charming read-aloud story ideal for getting little ones interested in forming their own spelled-out words, Gabby includes a couple pages of fun word-related activities at the end. ' - CM Magazine, 'Gabby is a charming children's picturebook about a young girl who is putting her books away, when suddenly a book tumbles out of her hands and its letters spill everywhere. Gabby, Drama Queen comes to an end with the children and their very entertained neighbour sitting down to tea.

The children's play also appears as a story within the story when the font of the text changes in that section of the book to introduce The Perils of Queen Gabriella.

Many other creatures, such as the cat and the frog from the first book, also appear throughout the illustrations. As in the previous Gabby story, a funny little blue bird appears or is hidden on each page. 'Author Joyce Grant's love of reading and lifelong support of children's literacy shines through this jubilantly playful story, brought to life with uniquely energetic illustrations.' - Midwest Book Review 'There are numerous elements in this picture book that will keep young children entertained.

Gabby by Joyce Grant