Clyde Likes to Slide
Clyde Likes to Slide by Keith Marantz is an illustrated book published by Penguin Young Readers Group in 2020. This engaging 32-page story follows Clyde, a young character who faces a dilemma at the playground. Standing at the top of a much higher slide than he is accustomed to, Clyde’s imagination runs wild with various scenarios that could go wrong, prompting readers to explore themes of self-esteem and the challenges of trying new things.
In this delightful narrative, readers will find Clyde grappling with his fears and uncertainties as he contemplates the slide’s height. The story encourages imagination and play, inviting young readers to relate to Clyde’s experience while addressing social themes relevant to childhood. With its focus on animals and the journey of overcoming apprehension, this book serves as a playful exploration of self-reliance and the importance of facing one’s fears.
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In this entertaining 8×8, Clyde can’t wait to go down the slide–until he sees how high it is!
Clyde has a problem: He’s at the top of the slide at the playground, only it’s much higher than the slide he’s used to at home, so he starts to imagine all the things that could go wrong. What if the slide is too hot? What if it starts to rain? What if he goes down so fast, he shoots off into space? There’s only one way to find out–but can he do it?
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