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69th out of 93 books
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205 voters
Scribbles and Ink
by
Ethan Long
Two artists, two styles, and one book that may not be big enough for the both of them. See, Ink (the mouse) likes things to be clean and precise. Scribbles (the cat) is the opposite. But while there should be plenty of room for each of them to make their art without getting in each others way, or on each others nerves, THEY CAN'T MANAGE THAT! And from there paint splatters...more
Hardcover, 32 pages
Published
May 22nd 2012
by Blue Apple Books
(first published April 24th 2012)
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Note: Art teachers would love this. Artist that inspired the book are Grant wood, Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Jackson Pollock,Roy Lichtenstein, Salvador Dalí, René François Ghislain Magritte, Pablo Picasso and Pieter Cornelis "Piet" Mondriaan. Children are encouraged to guess which artist inspired each or the painting (illustrations) in the book.
This would work for an elemantary storytime. However, the illustrations are somewhat busy for younger children to follow in a group setting.
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This would work for an elemantary storytime. However, the illustrations are somewhat busy for younger children to follow in a group setting.
T...more
I just got back from a week long vacation to find this (personally) highly anticipated book. I LOVED "The Book That Zack Wrote" and could hardly wait to get my hands on "Scribbles and Ink". I was expecting something slightly different, however I enjoyed it just as much. I am slightly disappointed that www.blueapplebooks.com doesn't have the sketchbook available just yet. My favorite page is just before the closing end paper as it gives a brief description of each of the artists featured on the p...more
Scribbles the Cat and Ink the Mouse are frenemies, battling it out for who is the better artist through their art. Their fights have levity to them, so you are never afraid that it's going to come to blows, and how they make up and become friends is endearing as well. Students will laugh throughout their struggles, as they learn a bit about art and artists as well. For ages five and up.
A good story about 2 people who don't agree and one big fight that brings them together. Following the story is a brief review of some famous artists and their signature styles and an invitation to readers to download a blank sketchbook and write their own story/draw their own pictures.
I love this book, and I hope others find it as entertaining as I did. It is a fairly simple book illustration-wise, but I still think it one that should be considered for the Caldecott Award. The illustrations are bright and colorful, and definitely add to the story, which in itself is a lot of fun. I highly recommend this book.
This would be a great book for parents or educators to share and work around an art activity. There are just as many ways to do art as their are people who like them. Your job is to look at them all and find your favorite style or styles.
The concept of this book is ingenious, and it definitely deserves a place in school libraries and art classrooms. What a fun way to talk about art, especially the type you create yourself.
I didn't appreciate the illustrations as much as I would have wanted to, the combination of rough drawing, realistic elements (pencils) and did not work for me. However, the ideas presented are brilliant, the glass, the dog etc.
I didn't appreciate the illustrations as much as I would have wanted to, the combination of rough drawing, realistic elements (pencils) and did not work for me. However, the ideas presented are brilliant, the glass, the dog etc.
I LOVED this one. The back and forth between the mouse and cat and the use of pen and brush as "weapons" was great. Loved the integration of references to real art pieces.
Cute enough story and illustrations. The extra star is for its extreme versatility in classroom use! I can't wait to use it to kick off our art for the year.
I loved the back and forth of the cat and mouse. It reminded me of Tom and Jerry. I think my second graders would really enjoy this book!
Fun addition of famous artists in the illustrations, and it's printed on very nice quality paper.
A new family favorite. This book is visually very appealing and we enjoyed the famous works of art spread throughout the story.
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