I've long been intrigued with the cover of this book and its placement in the library. A book...moreTeton Co Call No: J 951.056 Chen J Julia's rating: 4 stars
I've long been intrigued with the cover of this book and its placement in the library. A book about growing up in China under Mao - for children? I wondered.
Finally, I sat down to read this curious picture book. And, I am so pleased that I did because this thoughtful, informative and sometimes sad book serves as yet another reminder that children's literature is simply not just for kids. And, that picture books may not always be aimed at the youngest of children.
The story, written and illustrated by Chen Jiang Hong, is a memoir about the author's life growing up before, during and after Mao's Cultural Revolution. It's a beautiful story about traditions, family and survival, while also a bracing reminder about sacrifice, survival and mortality. The illustrations are magnificent, too.
I would recommend this book for high school students - and anyone older - interested in learning about modern Chinese history. It's a brief look but one with depth and scope.(less)
This is a good resource for parents, grandparents and early childhood & elementary teachers. The games include...moreJ 796 Wise D.
Kay's rating: 3.5 stars
This is a good resource for parents, grandparents and early childhood & elementary teachers. The games included in this book will get children moving and will take them outdoors; perfect for summer time fun.(less)
I felt this book did an excellent job in explaining what black holes are, they did this wi...moreTCL call # J 523.8 DeCristofano C.
Kay give this book 5 stars
I felt this book did an excellent job in explaining what black holes are, they did this with simple and complex explanations. The narrative made it an enjoyable read and the photos are outstanding. Websites in the back of the book allow you to expand your knowledge. I also like that the book included a glossary, which will be helpful for the readers. (less)
This book has so many details and illustrations that the reader will find it hard to put down. David Burnie has or...moreJ 571.1 Burnie D
Kay's rate = 5 stars
This book has so many details and illustrations that the reader will find it hard to put down. David Burnie has organized the fact in an engaging way. Nature is truly amazing and this book illustrates and highlights many facets of the animal world.(less)
This is a fun way for young children to learn about the various ecosystems. It's also a great book to have during t...moreJ 577 Munro R
Kay's rating = 4 stars
This is a fun way for young children to learn about the various ecosystems. It's also a great book to have during those "long adult dinners" or anywhere time may be a concern. The child has to find their way through a maze for each ecosystem. It's also fun to find all animals that live in each ecosystem. In the back of the book there is factual information about the different environments and more resources to check out. (less)
This is a beautifully illustrated fact-filled book. The facts are clearly explained and creatively placed on ea...moreJ 595.789 Aston D
Kay's rating = 5 stars
This is a beautifully illustrated fact-filled book. The facts are clearly explained and creatively placed on each page. The illustrator, Sylvia Long, has captured the magic of the butterflies. This is a must read for all nature lovers.(less)
A heartfelt book on caring, an old oxen shares the stable on a cold winter night with various animals. When a tire...moreKay's rating: 5 stars J Pic Waddell M
A heartfelt book on caring, an old oxen shares the stable on a cold winter night with various animals. When a tired and cold donkey appear with Mary and Joseph, they all shared in the job of the birth of Jesus. A lovely book with a warm fell and a touch of magic.(less)
This is a resourceful book filled with “hands on” science experiments for children. Some of the experiments should...moreKay's rating: 4 stars J 507.8 Kenda M
This is a resourceful book filled with “hands on” science experiments for children. Some of the experiments should have an adult as a “team” member, when there are hot or sharp objects and poisonous materials being handled. A reminder to the adults; allow the child to conduct the experiment. The experiments are well written, short and they allow the child to be the scientist. (less)
J 513 Lewis Kay gave this book 4 stars because it gives children the opportuity to have fun with math. The book contains 18 riddles for the children to...moreJ 513 Lewis Kay gave this book 4 stars because it gives children the opportuity to have fun with math. The book contains 18 riddles for the children to try to solve. Most of the math involved addition and subtraction and the riddles will have the children thinking. (less)
If you are looking for something to do with your kids or grandkids, this is a good resource. It has traditional games and other creative ideas to help...moreIf you are looking for something to do with your kids or grandkids, this is a good resource. It has traditional games and other creative ideas to help you make your own special memories. All the activities are great bonding experiences. My favorite chapters are Chapter 12: "Ideas for last minute family fun nights" and Chapter 13: "Read-aloud family fun night." (less)
A wonderful book to share with your little one at bedtime. The poems are short and all deal with bedtime themes. Y...moreJ 811 Switching Kay's rating: 5 stars
A wonderful book to share with your little one at bedtime. The poems are short and all deal with bedtime themes. You and your little one my find several favorite poems that you will want to repeat nightly.(less)
This is a wonderful poetry book, which has additional factual information with all its nature poetry. The book is a...moreJ 811 Sidman J Kay's Rating 5 stars
This is a wonderful poetry book, which has additional factual information with all its nature poetry. The book is a great introduction to a non-fiction book. Who know it may insprie an interest in biology. the illustrations are fabulous too.(less)
What an original idea for a book of poetry! An imaginary group of sixth graders are asked to write a poem of...moreJ 811.54 Sidman Kay gives this book 5 stars
What an original idea for a book of poetry! An imaginary group of sixth graders are asked to write a poem of apology. They do this in many styles and sincerity. The poems are then paired with the individuals that the apology poem was written for and a forgiveness poem is written in response. Who would you write a poem to and what response to you feel would return? Thanks for sharing this book with me Cindy. (less)
Great introduction to the seasonal changes that take place in the woods for youth. The author connects their exploration of the environment to their s...moreGreat introduction to the seasonal changes that take place in the woods for youth. The author connects their exploration of the environment to their senses. Illustrations are well done and the side notes are interesting.(less)
Steve Jenkins, the author and illustrator of this book, uses paper collages to cr...moreTeton County Library Call No: J 591.41 Jenkins Kurt's Rating: 4 Stars
Steve Jenkins, the author and illustrator of this book, uses paper collages to create images of unusually small and large animals, or portions of them, to give the reader an idea of the varying sizes of animals found in nature. Sometimes, such as on the cover of the book, the images are transposed to give a sense of proportion between different species. Each entry includes information on the height and weight of the animal depicted. The end of the book includes a recap of the species mentioned in it, with more information about their habitat, habits, and what they eat. The illustrations are colorful and the use of collage helps to create a sense of texture in the images.
Suzy says: This would be a great gift for any animal lover, of any age, as well as any classroom, or preschool/elementary school teacher. (less)
Author/Illustrator Jan Adkins begins this book by comparing the image one is likel...moreTeton County Library Call No: J 364.164 Adkins Kurt's Rating: 5 Stars
Author/Illustrator Jan Adkins begins this book by comparing the image one is likely to have gained of the average pirate through movies or novels with that of the average pirate as seen through historical fact. He uses humorous language and imagery to help convey these differences. He then goes on to provide information about pirate ships, weaponry, and tactics in fighting (or avoiding!) battles in their quest for booty. He also provides information about the kinds of loot pirates were likely to find, how they might sell it, and how they spent their money. The life of a pirate was not like the glamorous image that Hollywood tries to sell to us in movies, and this comes across in the book. The reader will learn a great deal about actual pirates and the history of piracy, from the days of the Greeks until present times.(less)
OK, I could have made a book like this for my family by myself. But why? Here is a great conversation starter book, designed for parents, children and...moreOK, I could have made a book like this for my family by myself. But why? Here is a great conversation starter book, designed for parents, children and families, but really applicable to all ages, in one visually appealing small package.
The book's format pairs conversation starter questions with related illustrations and photos to spark stories. Whenever I've pulled this out to talk with my daughter (3 years old) it has elicited some funny conversations, and even more so when I've used it with her grandmother, too. Starter questions range from: "How did your parents choose your name?" to "How do you make people laugh?" to "What do you put on to look good?"
Kids see the world so differently than most adults, and this book can be one of your many tools to help open the door to that world, AND spark the start of your own stories about your kids. It's a great connection builder; keep it near the dinner table. Works well for a range of ages from young children all the way up to grandparents. Kirsten(less)
J398.2 Lunge-Larsen The Race of the Birkebeiners by Lise Lunge-Larsen This is a true story about a long cold ski race by some of history's first famou...moreJ398.2 Lunge-Larsen The Race of the Birkebeiners by Lise Lunge-Larsen This is a true story about a long cold ski race by some of history's first famous skiers in Norway. The Birkebeiners were mostly peasants in the year 1206, and when they went into battle, it was without expensive armor. They wrapped birch bark around their legs, and were called Birkebeiners which means Birchleggers. On Christmas Eve, a prince is brought to the Birkbeiners, fleeing the Baglers, who were conducting raids. From Lillehammer, several Birkebeiners joined in the race to cross the tallest and stormiest mountains of Norway with the prince to save his life from the Baglers. This is a great tale of adventure, with brilliant woodcuts by Mary Azarian illustrating the beginning of the reign of King Hakon, the most powerful king of Norway in the Middle Ages. Every year a grueling cross country race is held in remembrance, called "the Birkebeiner." Thousands of people test their strength and endurance every year, reenacting the race to save the baby prince's life with eight pound packs to symbolize the weight of the baby. (Suzy)
This book would be a great gift for any skier of any age. (less)
This book follows the lives of twelve generations of family members living on a the oldest continuing family farm in the United States. Important even...moreThis book follows the lives of twelve generations of family members living on a the oldest continuing family farm in the United States. Important events in American history are covered with each generation's life on the farm. This book would be appropriate for elementary age students learning about American history or farming. This would be a good classroom resource. (Suzy)(less)
J 641.51 KATZEN This book is great for preschoolers, parents, and teachers. There are easy step by step instructions in pictures to make the recipes....more J 641.51 KATZEN This book is great for preschoolers, parents, and teachers. There are easy step by step instructions in pictures to make the recipes. As a preschool teacher, I have made copies of each picture in a recipe before, and made them into individual cards to hand to each child. Then we look at the recipe together, and sequence the cards and children. This is developmentally appropriate for this age group because sequencing is involved, and each child knows when it is their turn to help. This makes the impossible task of waiting easier for preschoolers. They know it's their turn when their card is next in line. The illustrations are brightly colored, and the recipes are delightful. Cooking is very developmentally appropriate for preschoolers to learn small motor coordination, sequencing, science, as well as social skills. I highly recommend this book to anyone working with, or enjoying children. I have yet to see a children's cookbook as well designed as this one, except for the other Molly Katzen Children's Cookbook. (Suzy)
J 629.45 MCCARTHY This book will help your child prepare for life as an astronaut. Other important lessons are learned along the way. Cooperation, tea...moreJ 629.45 MCCARTHY This book will help your child prepare for life as an astronaut. Other important lessons are learned along the way. Cooperation, teamwork, staying in school, survival skills, and studying hard are emphasized. The illustrations are funny, and mysteries are solved along the way, including the important answer to the question: "What do space toilets look like?" This is a humorous, inspirational book, whether you actually ever leave the Earth's orbit or not. (Suzy)
This would be a great gift for any budding astronaut of preschool or elementary age. (less)
Teton County Library Call No: J 741.64 MARCUS Brie's rating: 3 stars
I picked up this book because of its format (interview) and because of its subject...moreTeton County Library Call No: J 741.64 MARCUS Brie's rating: 3 stars
I picked up this book because of its format (interview) and because of its subject matter (a catalog of these interviews with some of the most talented and established authors/illustrators of modern children’s book literature). I often feel out-of-place when I see all of the slick young adult fiction (let alone juvenile fiction) that seems to be what the young masses demand these days (I was happy with the Anastasia Krupnik series growing up, for pete’s sake). As the young readers’ palette...more I picked up this book because of its format (interview) and because of its subject matter (a catalog of these interviews with some of the most talented and established authors/illustrators of modern children’s book literature). I often feel out-of-place when I see all of the slick young adult fiction (let alone juvenile fiction) that seems to be what the young masses demand these days (I was happy with the Anastasia Krupnik series growing up, for pete’s sake). As the young readers’ palettes have become more discerning (or more commercialized, too, perhaps), these interviews enabled me to better understand why classics are classics, especially within the picture book genre. From the keen minds and hands of those interviewed, works were produced which sought to be both artful and educational. Reading about Eric Carle’s formative years (in America, first, and then later during the late 30s and early 40s in Germany) and their lasting resonance on his work as a graphic artist and children’s book creator was interesting. Insights from James Marshall’s interview underscored for me and problematized the ever-present theme in many of our lives of how our town/country of origin shapes us. His work seems to try to answer, through its off-hand humor and idiosyncratic visual expressiveness, the question of whether we can ever really go home again. Even an artist’s work I do not care for, the later books of Tana Hoban, for instance, gains new relevance through these series of interviews. I came away with more respect for these men and women who aim, in artful ways, to communicate the truth and meaning of the human experience, often in terms of the every-day, to younger children. Commodified teenager vampire romances will certainly find audiences with today’s younger readers. But I hope that these classics (and the likes of Anastasia) will remain accessible; their innovation in terms of structure and form has created the bedrock of the genre’s canon upon which the teen vamps can now have play. But the subjects of these interviews demonstrate why and how the idea of the “new” becomes classicized until it becomes orthodoxy. Maybe the vampires will join them in the old guard one day, but I hope not. (less)
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