Elizabeth Andrade

Dr. Meadows
LAE 4424

Literary Analysis

Fictional Picture Books

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

By: Judith Viorst

Bibliographic Information:
Viorst, J. (1972). Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. New York, New York:
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division.
Plot:
This book tells the story of Alexander and his no good day. He starts off by finding gum in his hair and
tripping over a skateboard. His day gets progressively worse. He endures losing his best friend, forgetting
the number 16 during counting time and having lima beans for dinner. Maybe he will just move to
Australia.

Setting:
The setting of the book is Alexanders house, his school, the dentist, the shoe store and his dads office.
Theme:
The theme is youth, and the ego-centric mind of a young child.
Characterization:
Alexander-A typical ego-centric young boy who is having a very bad day.
Style:
Rhyme and Pattern
Point of View:
Third person
Reflections:
This book was and is one of my favorite childrens books. It is easy to connect to as an emergent reader
and it is also very comical.

The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit

By: Beatrix Potter

Bibliographic Information:
Potter, B. (1902). The Tale of Peter Rabbit. London: Chancellor Press
Plot: The story Is about a mischievous little rabbit that defies his moms orders an goes to Mr. McGregors
garden while his mom is out. He gets caught, runs away and ends up getting lost. After encountering a
few animals, he finally finds the gate where he came in from and runs home! Peter gets a dose of
medicinal chamomile tea and is put to bed early, while Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail get bread, milk,
and blackberries for supper.
Setting:
Mr. McGregors Garden

Theme:
Defiance, Manners and Good conduct.
Characterization:
Peter Rabbit- A Naughty rabbit that does not listen or follow the rules
Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail- Peters Siblings who Follow the rules and get rewarded at the end.
Mr. McGregor- The angry garden owner that chases Peter.
Style: Short Story, Teaching a Lesson
Point of View:
Third person
Reflections: This book is great for students who are defiant and do not listen to instruction. It will help
them understand that there are rules for a reason and there will be consequences if those rules re broken.