I am now using this book in my classroom. I work with young deaf children. The children are making props. I have brought in other items, such as; a light, a stick, a rope, a large stuffed bear, an alligator.
We are going to act out this story. The children will take turns in the role of one of the characters. The children use sign language, and this book has been a great way to build vocabulary. They love this book and cannot wait for Reading Time. I will purchase a book for each of them for Christmas :-). I can't wait to see their little eyes when they open it. They all love to hold the book I brought in from my home library.