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beyondevak's review against another edition
5.0
The Most Magnificent Thing was just what the book title implied; it was magnificent. I loved this story. It was simple, yet very well done. I read it to my children, and we had a wonderful discussion about some of the lessons conveyed in the book. The illustrations and the story content communicated a message regarding the importance of resourcefulness, perseverance, and having a spirit of ingenuity. It also presented a lesson on challenges. This book was imaginative, encouraging and downright cute. It gets two thumbs up plus a golden star from this reviewer.
Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Comments: NetGalley ARC for review in exchange for an honest critique
Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Comments: NetGalley ARC for review in exchange for an honest critique
cathyatratedreads's review against another edition
4.0
Just adorable and just so. A great book for young perfectionists.
kristenremenar's review against another edition
5.0
The little girl in this story reminds me so much of my daughter, and a little bit of me, too.
The unnamed girl has an idea for a magnificent thing. She uses all kinds of cool tools like hammers and screwdrivers and wrenches (rock on, girl) but she just can't make the reality of it match the fabulousness of her idea. She works it, reworks it, but "Her hands feel too BIG to work, and her brain is too full of all the not-right things." So many kiddos can relate to this feeling, and to the ensuing meltdown. Her assistant (her dog) suggests she take a walk, where the girl gets a break and a bit of perspective. In the end, she's able to see a part of it that can be reworked into a magnificent thing. LOVE!
I'm putting this on my Autumn shelf to read at the beginning of the school year.
The unnamed girl has an idea for a magnificent thing. She uses all kinds of cool tools like hammers and screwdrivers and wrenches (rock on, girl) but she just can't make the reality of it match the fabulousness of her idea. She works it, reworks it, but "Her hands feel too BIG to work, and her brain is too full of all the not-right things." So many kiddos can relate to this feeling, and to the ensuing meltdown. Her assistant (her dog) suggests she take a walk, where the girl gets a break and a bit of perspective. In the end, she's able to see a part of it that can be reworked into a magnificent thing. LOVE!
I'm putting this on my Autumn shelf to read at the beginning of the school year.
pacifickle's review against another edition
3.0
Persistence is everything! How do you handle it when things don't work out the way you wanted? Great lesson for kids to talk about not quitting, and how to reset when you get frustrated.
Follow our spunky female lead and she tinkers her way into a new invention! (Hooray for STEAM!)
Follow our spunky female lead and she tinkers her way into a new invention! (Hooray for STEAM!)
seregelda's review against another edition
4.0
Cute! I like how you don't find out what the most magnificent thing is till the last picture. Also the dog is really cute.
kelleemoye's review against another edition
5.0
Full review at: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=3822
My Review: Ashley Spires did an amazing job with this book. Her illustrations seem so simple, but really there is so much detail in each one. Amazing digital art. Also, Girl is a character after my own heart as a mom and a teacher. We need more kids like her. Kids who explore, invent, play outside, imagine, etc. I hope my son is like her.
Teachers’ Tools for Navigation: The summary says a lot for me. This is a book that promotes innovation, imagination, perseverance, and experimenting. All things that are so important for kids to have and too often they are not nurtured. Innovation: Girl wants to make something new and magnificent. Imagination: Some of the odd items she makes actually do have a purpose, you just have to use your imagination. Perseverance: Girl almost gives up, but begins to realize that what she made may be exactly what she wanted to make in the first place. Experimenting: She tries to make so many different things for a variety of purposes. All of these themes could be discussed while reading the book with kids. The book also has amazing vocabulary, many of which are shared in the summary. A great way to discuss synonyms, descriptive language, and imagery.
My Review: Ashley Spires did an amazing job with this book. Her illustrations seem so simple, but really there is so much detail in each one. Amazing digital art. Also, Girl is a character after my own heart as a mom and a teacher. We need more kids like her. Kids who explore, invent, play outside, imagine, etc. I hope my son is like her.
Teachers’ Tools for Navigation: The summary says a lot for me. This is a book that promotes innovation, imagination, perseverance, and experimenting. All things that are so important for kids to have and too often they are not nurtured. Innovation: Girl wants to make something new and magnificent. Imagination: Some of the odd items she makes actually do have a purpose, you just have to use your imagination. Perseverance: Girl almost gives up, but begins to realize that what she made may be exactly what she wanted to make in the first place. Experimenting: She tries to make so many different things for a variety of purposes. All of these themes could be discussed while reading the book with kids. The book also has amazing vocabulary, many of which are shared in the summary. A great way to discuss synonyms, descriptive language, and imagery.
jamiceofcourse's review against another edition
4.0
I love the black and white background to the city foreground and the use of different mediums in the book.
linesuponapage's review against another edition
5.0
The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires inspired me to read this book to my daughter and granddaughter. to my daughter so that she can see how she can raise her daughter (and one on the way) and to my granddaughter because although she is 1 1/2 years old, it is never to early to raise a strong woman, yet, help her to realize its okay to not be perfect and that there are other ways to do things and even the ability to walk away from situations that are just too stressful and take away from your peace of mind.
The illustrations were perfectly fitted to the storyline and adorable all at the same time.
Ms. Spires has written a very powerful book that all children and parents should read together.
The illustrations were perfectly fitted to the storyline and adorable all at the same time.
Ms. Spires has written a very powerful book that all children and parents should read together.
amibunk's review against another edition
4.0
A clever and fun picture book that looks at the challenges and frustrations that come with creating. My favorite part (besides the dog, of course) is that the author manages to show the benefits and ultimate success that accompany hard work and persistence without once coming across as preachy or heavy handed. The charming illustrations enhance the humorous aspect of the story while the spot-on word choices elevate this from a run of the mill picture book to something rather special.
(I received a free copy of this book from Net Galley. All opinions and thoughts are my own honest and sincere feedback.)
(I received a free copy of this book from Net Galley. All opinions and thoughts are my own honest and sincere feedback.)