In the eight years since this blockbuster anthology of 44 classic picture books of the 20th century was compiled, important new picture books have ...
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Jan 17, 2009
ReadingJungle.com
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More than 40 favorites will entertain one’s family for hours. This collection is comprised of classics such as Curious George, as well as bestsellers like Guess How Much I love You. In addition, Caldecott Medal Winner Where the Wild Things Are is featured, and some all time favorites like The Sneetches and Goodnight Moon are also contained within this masterpiece. All of the selections included cover a vast array of topics, needs and themes. There are wordless books and short stories, color and
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Mar 06, 2008
Kim
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I don't buy very many books because I love to take advantage of our nice library. But this was one book that I didn't want to give back to the library and went out to buy for my kids.
This book has all the classic children's books all collected together. It divides all the stories into 3 difficultly level categories that make it great to find an age appropriate story too.
This book has all the classic children's books all collected together. It divides all the stories into 3 difficultly level categories that make it great to find an age appropriate story too.
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Jan 09, 2010
Katieb (MundieMoms)
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I found this awesome book a couple weeks ago at a book store for $1! I could NOT pass this amazing deal up. This book is chalked full of all sorts of amazing books. It's amazing. It's taken a couple of weeks to read this with my kids, but at over 300 pages, it's been well worth it.
There's so many stories I knew as a child and ones I've never heard off. There's classics from Miss Nelsen Is Missing, to Madeline, Good Night Moon, Guess How Much I Love, Where The Wild Things Are, Curiou More...
There's so many stories I knew as a child and ones I've never heard off. There's classics from Miss Nelsen Is Missing, to Madeline, Good Night Moon, Guess How Much I Love, Where The Wild Things Are, Curiou More...
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Dec 12, 2009
Carrie
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We own most of the stories in this compilation as standalone picture books, and they *are* better that way--easier to manage, with bigger pictures. But when we found this at the grandparents' house it was a godsend, and kept us entertained every night for a week. Nice variety of classics!
Mar 25, 2011
Holly
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This is a good collection of really great children's books. It is nice to take on trips since there are so many stories in one volume. My only regret is that the illustrations are so reduced.
Jul 13, 2009
Mary Rebecca
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I do miss the illustrations, but what a fabulous collection of truly wonderful stories in one place. This is great collection and introduces authors that you can love through many, many books.
Dec 16, 2011
Mocha
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Only the best of the best. I have each and every one of the stories in this collection memorised. Definitely suggested for anyone who grew up with these books - and their kids, too!
Feb 28, 2009
Heather
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we were given this book as a gift & it is the absolute best book ever! It is especially great for airplane travel as it has so many great stories all wrapped up in one...
Jul 19, 2011
Linda
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This lovely treasury of children's literature contains a collection of classic picture books. I enjoyed reading two or three stories to myself each night before falling asleep. Some of my favorites are The Tub People by Pam Conrad, Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann and "In Which Pooh Goes Visiting . . ." by A.A. Milne. The biographical notes in the back are quite interesting too.
Oct 12, 2009
Gail
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Some of the books lose their charm when published in this condensed format, but the books chosen are nice. This might be good to buy to take on a trip.
Jan 15, 2012
CC, ILL - for Petunia. (I doubt I'll read it all so it'll probably go to DNF or read, but with no date.)
Jan 14, 2012
Desiree
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The stories in this book are nice, but they've taken picture books and put 4 pages on 1 page in this book. So the child can see what's coming next without the natural build-up of tension. That's it's biggest flaw.
Mar 11, 2008
Carol
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This is the single best investment I've ever made in my children's library (and boy, I have bought them a *lot* of books over the years). It includes so many classics -- "Chicka Chicka Boom," "Millions of Cats," "Guess How Much I Love You," "Make Way For Ducklings," "Freight Train" (which taught my daughter her colors) and much, much more.
Feb 05, 2008
Shauna
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This book has tons of Caldecott winners . . . in one book. I keep it in my violin bag (to keep children occupied during another's lesson) and bring it on most vacations with the children. (One book tons of picture book stories) The illustrations are condensed, but the stories are there. Delightful!
Jan 21, 2011
Nicol
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Filled with beloved stories, but honestly I much rather purchase each individual book than read this one. Instead of having one page for each page of the original book, it will fit 4 to 6 on a page making it very hard for little eyes to see and follow the story. Very disappointed!
May 05, 2008
LeeAnne
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I am so happy I bought this book. It is full of so many stories and my little guy has found several favorites so far. His top picks at the moment are Goodnight Moon and Goodnight Gorilla. This is a perfect addition to any child's book collection.
Dec 17, 2009
Cassidy
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This is a very full compendium of children's stories. I gave it to my nephew when he was little and he really seemed to like it. It's amazing how many stories they fit into the volume.
Nov 14, 2008
Sarah
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What an amazing collection of stories! My 3 year old son absolutely loves it and can't wait until the next nap time or bed time when he gets to read another one.
Mar 08, 2008
Greta
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When Greta was younger, this format seemed to be a bit awkward. Now it is perfect for bedtime, though, as we can read story after story. Lots of classics.
Apr 07, 2009
Katherine
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This collection rocks! Samuel (4) and Joey (2) love it. Every time they open it, they find something new that catches their attention.
Dec 13, 2011
Brandielle
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A good mix of books to read with your child. I wish they were organized by reading level instead of mixed in.
Oct 26, 2011
heartwork.in.progress
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Another book my two older children have grown up with. Now, becoming a fast fave of my toddler of 3. A nightly treat.
Oct 22, 2008
Marci
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I love reading this book to my little munchkin over and over. It makes reading time great.
