Author/Illustrator: Peggy Rathmann
Published by: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1995
Caldecott Award Winner,1996
Published by: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1995
Caldecott Award Winner,1996
Genre: Realistic Fiction/Animal Fantasy
Primary Characters: Officer Buckle, Gloria
Primary Characters: Officer Buckle, Gloria
Themes: Cooperation and teamwork, Safety
Officer Buckle is a police officer from Napville. He is highly motivated by safety and desires to spread his enthusiasm to others. He soon receives a K-9 partner and his safety speeches have a great revitalization. Intended for grade K-2 Officer Buckle and Gloria is a excellent choice for teaching the citizenship skills of cooperation and teamwork. It can also be used in conjunction with safety week. It will easily keep the students attention with engaging illustrations and an excellent story line.
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