Today, Kelsey and I read 6 books of Babar aloud. It was like traveling back to a childhood that I never knew because surprise, I only knew Babar peripherally, through my cousin's videotapes. The image of Babar, however, is iconic, and has stuck in my mind since I was very young. He's probably the reason I think that elephants are cute and benevolent. I don't remember much else, but after reading the books, I can see why they would be popular with children.
They're filled with action, adventure, conflict, and resolution. There is excitement and danger, but also happy endings. The good guys, with their strength and cunning, always win and the skies are sunny, the waters cool and refreshing. Taken at face value, it's a great series of books. Of course, there are those who disagree with the underlying principles (colonialism, etc.) but I found it a nice throwback to childhood.
Basically, I love this class.
They're filled with action, adventure, conflict, and resolution. There is excitement and danger, but also happy endings. The good guys, with their strength and cunning, always win and the skies are sunny, the waters cool and refreshing. Taken at face value, it's a great series of books. Of course, there are those who disagree with the underlying principles (colonialism, etc.) but I found it a nice throwback to childhood.
Basically, I love this class.
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