Bonnie Ferrante's Blog, page 74
May 29, 2015
Milich, Zoran. City Signs. Book Review.
This book contains photographs of words found around the community such as ice cream, enter, lifeguard, and bus stop. The words are on vehicles, buildings, people, containers, and signs. The quality of the photographs is good, but the image is often cluttered. I hoped this book would interest my granddaughter in a discussion about signs, […]
May 28, 2015
May 27, 2015
Beauty
What book has helped you see something beauty?
May 26, 2015
The World at Our Fingertips
What book has helped you feel connected to others?
May 25, 2015
Henkes, Kevin. Little White Rabbit. Book Review.
Henkes uses a combination of marker and crayon to create lovely, realistic, but simple, full-page and double spread illustrations. This book would be a wonderful example to show students that even with the most basic materials, a talented artist can create exceptional work. “Little white rabbit hopped along. When he walked through the high grass, […]
May 23, 2015
Favorite Fairy Tales
What was your favorite fairy tale as a child? Mine was Tatterhood.
May 22, 2015
Janovitz, Marilyn. Play Baby Play! Book Review.
This is a board book written in rhyme. The author uses onomatopoeia effectively. The text has a smooth rhythm. Once you read through the book a few times, your toddler will be able to join in on the repeated words such as, “Our rocketship is ready/ To take you to the moon/ Baby, hold on […]
May 21, 2015
Jonathan Swift’s Wisdom
Swift could reveal the most profound truths in the most unexpected fantasies. He was a giant among Lilliputians.
Troubles
What book has helped you through troubled times?
May 20, 2015
Bestsellers
If only I could catch that wave. :-)
