School Library Journal
Gr 1-3 -Amber Brown loves second grade, and has no trouble adhering to her teacher Ms. Lighta€™s five simple rules. But, when a new rule, a€œDesks have to be kept cleana€ is suddenly added to the class list, Amber isna€™t so sure ita€™s one she can follow it in this title (Putnam, 2004) in Paula Danzigera€™s series for emerging readers. Dana Lubotsky brings this loveable, quirky character to life, giving Amber a voice well suited to the spirited second grader. Upbeat music and appropriate sound effects make this an enjoyable listening experience.-Amy Joslyn, Fairport Public Library, NY
FEB/MAR 08 - AudioFile
Everything about Amber Brown's second-grade experience is positive until she discovers how hard it is to be neat. She's been getting better at math, tolerates her friend Justin's chicken jokes, and is the “pocket queen” when she wears two pairs of overalls. But she's despondent when treats and ribbons are given for clean desks. What will it take for Amber to master the skill of neat desk-keeping? Dana Lubotsky has the earnest and childlike voice of a dedicated student. She projects Amber's anxiety at her own lack of organization, dragging out words and phrases to mirror Amber's slow feet and lack of action. Conversely, Lubotsky exudes joy, as only a second-grader can, with Amber's success. A.R. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine
