Big Anthony and the Magic Ring is a children's book written and illustrated by Tomie dePaola. The book was first published in 1979 and tells the story of Big Anthony, a bumbling character who gets himself into trouble when he discovers a magic ring. In the story, Big Anthony is a helper to Strega Nona, an elderly Italian witch. Strega Nona is known for her magical potions and spells, and she has a special magic ring that she uses to control her magic. Big Anthony is fascinated by the ring and wishes he could use it himself. One day, when Strega Nona is away, Big Anthony discovers the magic ring and puts it on his finger.
One day, when Strega Nona is away, Big Anthony discovers the magic ring and puts it on his finger. He immediately feels the power of the ring and realizes that he can do all sorts of magical things with it. However, he quickly learns that he doesn't have full control over the ring's magic, and it causes chaos wherever he goes.
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Big Anthony accidentally floods the town square, turns Strega Nona into a frog, and even brings a statue to life. Each time, he tries to use the ring to fix his mistakes, but only ends up making things worse. Eventually, Strega Nona returns and discovers what Big Anthony has done. She takes back the magic ring and uses it to undo the chaos that Big Anthony has caused. Strega Nona forgives Big Anthony for his mistake, but warns him to never touch the ring again. Big Anthony learns his lesson and promises to stay away from the ring. He realizes that magic is best left to the experts, like Strega Nona. From then on, Big Anthony becomes a more responsible helper and relies on his own abilities rather than trying to use magic. The story of Big Anthony and the Magic Ring teaches children about the importance of responsibility and the consequences of trying to use things that are beyond their control. It also emphasizes the idea that it is important to trust in our own abilities and not rely solely on magic or outside help. Overall, the book is an entertaining and valuable lesson for young readers..
Reviews for "Big Anthony's Magic Ring: A Catalyst for Change"
- Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Big Anthony and the Magic Ring". The plot was predictable and the characters lacked depth. I found Big Anthony to be a rather one-dimensional and annoying protagonist. The writing style was also quite basic and didn't engage me as a reader. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book as there are much better options out there.
- Mark - 1 star - "Big Anthony and the Magic Ring" was a complete waste of time. The story was incredibly boring and lacked any originality. The humor just felt forced and fell flat. I couldn't connect with any of the characters and didn't care about their journey. The illustrations were also lacking and didn't enhance the reading experience at all. I regret even picking up this book.
- Emily - 2 stars - I can't say I enjoyed "Big Anthony and the Magic Ring". The storyline was predictable and offered nothing new or exciting. The writing felt clunky and lacked finesse. The attempts at humor felt forced and didn't make me laugh. The illustrations were okay, but they couldn't make up for the overall lackluster reading experience. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and enjoyable read.