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On the island of habit lived a big creature who did the same thing everyday at the same time, but when a small creature arrives on the island, he does things different which bobbles the big creature's mind. This story tells of how being a creature of habit, can sometimes make you miss out on the finer things of life.
Another work read that’s way too adorable for words.
On the island of Habit, there's a big, fuzzy creature who has a very particular daily routine-- just the way he likes it! His world gets turned upside down when a tiny traveler comes to the island, doing all sorts of things that aren't on the agenda... however, it turns out that sometimes a change in schedule can bring exciting new discoveries. I adore the whimsical, blocky art style of this book, and I want to give both creatures big hugs!
I like this on the surface, but there is an underlying discomfort I have... knowing so many kids with autism or on the spectrum who do have anxiety or issues around things not going as planned or routines not being followed, it feels like this book could trivialize that or cause confusion for other kids.
Such a cute story and Espinoza's illustrations are adorable and vibrant and wholesome. Perfect for the creatures in the story.
On the island of Habit, there lived a creature. Every day, the creature did precisely the same things in precisely the same order (saying hello to the fish, looking for shells, and eating three pineapples and two bananas for breakfast and dinner). Every day was the same … just the way he liked it. Then one morning, a small boat carrying a small creature arrived on Habit. The big creature never had a visitor before, and he quickly showed his new friend the daily routine. But the small creature li...
Oh man. I am the creature of habit in this story. My routine is everything. BUT! What a great message of embracing change and trying new things. This is also a $10 book with any purchase at Barnes and Noble. And yes, I did read this one to the cafe as well. I even had voices for this one.
3.5 starsA cute book to help children understand the value of trying new things and breaking outside their comfort zones.
I received an electronic ARC from Random House Children’s Books through the Fall Day of Dialogue. Delightful book to encourage dialogue about how restricting habits can become. Readers see the very big creature follow the same routine every day. It never varies from this. A very small creature comes to visit and explores other options on the island. Both learn from each other and the big creature realizes it's okay to simply enjoy different parts of life. Great book to share with families or cla...
The creature of habit does the same thing and eats the same thing every day. It's very happy. Until a small creature--more given to whimsy than to habit--shows up. Gently and gradually the creature comes to explore other ways of doing things. Favorite line went something like this--"It was not at all what we were supposed to be doing at that time. And yet it was just the right thing." My sister called from the other room, "Hey! This book is for us!!" Yes, we are indeed creatures of habit!Very mu...
I adored this book. As a creature of habit myself, this story resonated with me, and I feel like it would be a good book for autistic kids, or other children who need routine. As someone who is autistic and thrives with routines, I felt a connection to the creature. I felt his frustration when this other creature showed up and just threw all of his plans out the window. It has a good message of being able to keep your routine but also try new things. Cute art, too.
3 1/2 starsPeople are writing reviews and having a debate over this whether this book is saying things that are dangerous and belittling and unkind to those with autism and those who need a routine OR whether it is okay to try something new and break a routine. I don't know. I am not an expert. I would rather err on the side of kindness and caution so I'm giving it 3 1/2 stars.Mister does better with a routine; Madam did better with a routine, when she was younger, and she still does better if t...
A book that challenges the concept of "well that's just how we've always done things here" and examines the joy and possibility of new perspectives.
Picture this: It’s been a week, nothing incredibly overwhelming, but I’m off my routine. (Truth be told, I haven’t been able to get into a great routine since the start of this year). I’m tired, but the kiddos need to be put to bed. So I grab this book, The Creature of Habit to read to my Sweet Abby, and I truly feel that this book chose me tonight. This book talks about an adorable Creature from the Island of Habit. He does the same thing day in and day out, until a new creature comes along an...
It's kind of funny, it's a book about how it's ok to do things differently, but it's a very cookie-cutter kind of book. The Creature of Habit does things the same way every day, then a new creature comes and does things differently every day. After thinking that "anything could happen!" if you don't follow your routine, the CoH is immediately convinced that things are better if you break routines. That's it. Very minimal mention of any kind of feelings.It felt like it was written by one of those...
For the right reader, this is a home run. I think it will read well with kids who are anxious by nature and need some help breaking outside of their comfort zones and routines. On the flip side, there are kids who really need/crave routine (thinking more like kids with neurodiversity here) and I'd steer clear of sharing this with them for fear it might trivialize the comfort they receive from knowing what to expect of their day.