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From: Jean Hildreth <jhildreth>
Date: Fri, 12 May 2000 09:30:59 -0500
I echo the sentiments of many of you re: Sandra Boynton's marvelous board books, the personal favorite of my kids (now in teens and twenties) being "But Not the Hippopotamus". All of her quirky little books are a delight to share with a little one, especially if one is open to spontaneity and begins to let the toddler direct the reading!
Another great favorite which is currently out of print, and which technically may not be a "picture book" (but I'm mentioning it quickly before being apprehended!), is Rosemary Wells' hilarious "Don't Spill It Again, James!" It contains several (3?) very brief tales with Wells' characteristically charming illustrations, which appeal to the adult reader as well as to kids from toddler age to teens. (My teens still resent my loaning out this particular book!) Of course, one can't forget the Wells' board books featuring Max, Ruby (his ever-patient sister), his "disappearing bag", and his entire world of little kid foibles and funnies. Wells' characters, both in word and illustration, have an endearing appeal and instant recognition factor which places them high on the scale of all-time family favorites.
One final mention: is anyone else seeking some of Clyde and Wendy Watson's early works such as " Catch Me and Kiss Me and Say It Again", or "Father Fox's Pennyrhymes"? For anyone seeking a fresh new take on the nursery rhyme genre, these are magnificent, and a great delight to little ones whose ears are ever-open to the musical lilt of their language and rhyme. At last search, they were out of print, though I do see evidence of new work by these remarkable siblings. They also had, within the last 10 years, an audio tape of some of their rhymes set to classical-type melodies, which was stunning! For those who have not seen the work of these two, their illustrations are unique, charming, and a grand accompaniment to their writing.
Those who think picture books are for little kids are missing out on the unique and magical synergy of visual and verbal by some real masters! (And is someone going to bring up David Weisner?)
Jean Hildreth Luxemburg?sco Middle School
Received on Fri 12 May 2000 09:30:59 AM CDT
Date: Fri, 12 May 2000 09:30:59 -0500
I echo the sentiments of many of you re: Sandra Boynton's marvelous board books, the personal favorite of my kids (now in teens and twenties) being "But Not the Hippopotamus". All of her quirky little books are a delight to share with a little one, especially if one is open to spontaneity and begins to let the toddler direct the reading!
Another great favorite which is currently out of print, and which technically may not be a "picture book" (but I'm mentioning it quickly before being apprehended!), is Rosemary Wells' hilarious "Don't Spill It Again, James!" It contains several (3?) very brief tales with Wells' characteristically charming illustrations, which appeal to the adult reader as well as to kids from toddler age to teens. (My teens still resent my loaning out this particular book!) Of course, one can't forget the Wells' board books featuring Max, Ruby (his ever-patient sister), his "disappearing bag", and his entire world of little kid foibles and funnies. Wells' characters, both in word and illustration, have an endearing appeal and instant recognition factor which places them high on the scale of all-time family favorites.
One final mention: is anyone else seeking some of Clyde and Wendy Watson's early works such as " Catch Me and Kiss Me and Say It Again", or "Father Fox's Pennyrhymes"? For anyone seeking a fresh new take on the nursery rhyme genre, these are magnificent, and a great delight to little ones whose ears are ever-open to the musical lilt of their language and rhyme. At last search, they were out of print, though I do see evidence of new work by these remarkable siblings. They also had, within the last 10 years, an audio tape of some of their rhymes set to classical-type melodies, which was stunning! For those who have not seen the work of these two, their illustrations are unique, charming, and a grand accompaniment to their writing.
Those who think picture books are for little kids are missing out on the unique and magical synergy of visual and verbal by some real masters! (And is someone going to bring up David Weisner?)
Jean Hildreth Luxemburg?sco Middle School
Received on Fri 12 May 2000 09:30:59 AM CDT
