The Password Is Wishpers

As a retired elementary school teacher/administrator, we had to practice lockdown drills with our students. Because they were always drills, I do not think they were taken as seriously as they should have been. I liked that this story emphasized being quiet, taking it seriously. the story the teacher and students whispered was calming and kept them on task. The story was a bit long and probably could have used more illustrations. The illustrations that were there were large, vivid and colourful. This would be a great book to read before a lockdown drill or emergency so the activity could be used when the time arises. A nice addition to a primary classroom. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.

This is a very good story that shows the school classroom during a lockdown. I can't exactly describe the quality that sticks with you other than to say that the story created a sense of peace in me. I can only hope that my children have a teacher like this in a similar situation. The teacher's quiet confidence sticks with you after the story is finished. It does feel like it could use a few more illustrations. The ones that are included are well done and help bring the wishes the students make alive.

A wonderful novel that shows how the teacher has found a way to keep her classroom of young children calm during a lockdown for the school. She has the children sit in a circle on the floor and tells them to close their eyes. She starts a story that has the children involve in creating the story together. Even though the teacher wonders how long the lockdown will be, she doesn't show the children her worries.

It's a novel that made me think about what to do in an experience where one must stay calm and collected. I don't find that always easy to do in stressful times. Do you know what to do? It's an excellent example of showing one way to keep your children from harm in a dangerous situation.

The Password is Wishpers is a story that reminds us that magic and happiness can still be found in the darkness. It begins with a school lock down, which took me by surprised, and then I realized this is an every day occurrence in America. I mean, when I was in high school we started the lock down procedures. I never took into account what it means for children (first graders in this instant) today and how scary it can be. The Password is Wishpers, transports the children to another time and place, much like The Magic School Bus. This book is important because it reminds me that even though terrible things happen, it doesn't mean that there still isn't good in the world.

This is an easy and quick paced book. I feel like it can be enjoyed by all ages, but is most important for grade school students who might not understand the horrors of a shut down. It would be confusing and scary for an adult, let alone a child! I never had to experience anything like this as a kid; it is sad that it is now common for schools to have these drills.

Using your imagination and cherishing your childhood seems to be some of the main themes of this book. I adored how they used their imagination to do all sorts of cool things, while there was a lock down drill.

One of my wishes for this book and the reason this did not have a 5 star rating, is I wish that there was more description instead of telling. Part of me can understand why this does not happen, because perhaps the author wants the child/person reading to use their own imagination. That is a nice thought, but I still like when books have showing over telling.

I know this is meant for children, and it is supposed to be quick and simple, but as an adult, I really wish I knew what caused the lock down, but I suppose I can use my imagination there as well.

The artwork by Jeanine Henning was cute. I wish there were more artwork in this book! I love the colors they went with.

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The Password Is Wishpers by Jack Chaucer with illustrations by Jeanine Henning. 5 Stars. An amazingly imaginative way of dealing with grade school lockdown. Keeping young students calm and occupied with a guided imagery adventure during lockdown seems a fabulous way to maintain unity by engaging children through the duration of school drills or any ordeal that may actually occur on school property. Highly recommend. Thanks to NetGalley and John Cullen for providing this ebook for review.

*thank you to John Cullen and NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

4 stars.

Ohh you had me at 'Wishpers!'
This was too cute and SO much fun to read!
Its an adventure story without the characters ever leaving the classroom, its brilliant. It also gives an idea of what guided meditation is like as its easy to see the similarities between the two.

The graphics are beautiful, bright and colourful which is sure to grab childrens attention. The message at the end about childhood being something to treasure was a really nice touch. Because childhood is just that, a treasure.

Im so glad I got a chance to read this. I hope there will be more like it and I definitely recommend it to everyone who has a young (or young at heart) child. There is real love from this book and although its short, it wasnt lacking. Its right just how it is. I hope more people become aware of this story, its magical.