Description Share Post Stop the Ball! Susanne Strasser, translated by Melody Shaw (Gecko Press) ‘BAMM off the tree.’ Where is the ball bouncing? Can Duck follow its path? ‘WHOOOSH through the bushes’ with Duck being joined by Owl? It seems they’re both running! Stop the Ball! It’s BONKing on heads! Spider joins in! Then Dog too! What drama! What if it bounces into the mud? Susanne Strasser is the creator of Bookwagon favourite Can I Sit in the Middle? This picture book tracks the ball’s path, watching a growing crowd join in. What’s more, the constantly changing movements offer readers the opportunity to join in with the onomatopoeia and action. However what if the SPLASH signals that it’s ‘too late’? It seems the bright red and white polka dots are at the end of their path. Then again, are they? Really? After all, that crocodile looks impenetrable. In fact could the ball’s next move be a return to this group, or might there be a WHEEEE…. Bookwagon is delighted to welcome aboard and recommend Stop the Ball! This fabulous book demands reading aloud, revisiting and lots of participation!
