Learn Together
Listening to stories helps your child develop language and vocabulary skills. Ezra Jack Keats broke the color barrier in children’s literature with the success of his books like Whistle for Willie, and he believed all children should be able to see themselves in books they love.
Materials
- Computer, tablet, or phone to watch the video
- A comfortable place to sit together
Imagine Together
Join CMOM’s CEO & Director, Aileen Hefferren, as she reads a favorite story, Whistle for Willie by Ezra Jack Keats.
In this charming sequel to The Snowy Day, an older and wiser Peter wants to learn to whistle. Wouldn’t it be the perfect way to call his dog Willie? Peter tries so hard to whistle that his cheeks hurt, but he doesn’t give up. With a very light hand and his legendary illustrations, Keats creates a world in which effort yields results.