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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
I loved the illustrations, but the text did not strike me as especially moving. It had the appearance & attitude of a whimsical-and-yet-so-true work, but it didn't really strike me as true; the suggestions and observations bore no resemblance whatsoever to any whale-watching experience I have ever had in a lifetime of living on or near the coast, whether from a window, pier, or boat.
Okay, after a discussion today, I get that I am being too literal, and that reading this aloud to kids does work. Perhaps I was too judgmental to accept the suspension of reality, and perhaps I could re-read it as a metaphor or with more humor...
Okay, after a discussion today, I get that I am being too literal, and that reading this aloud to kids does work. Perhaps I was too judgmental to accept the suspension of reality, and perhaps I could re-read it as a metaphor or with more humor...
I love this little book about noticing the world around you, about patience and perseverance, and about all the things you can see.
The creators of A Sick Day for Amos McGee come together again for a thoughtful book concerning waiting, whales, and a bit of imagination. The illustrations are old-fashioned and delightful.
This is so cute! The book itself is a little too small for story time. But this would be a great one on one read aloud to a child. I love the illustrations!!!
Imaginative. Evocative. Stirring. With Gaiman-esque poetry and ravishing illustrations. A must-read for every child and parent.
If you want to see a whale, you have to be willing to ignore distractions and focus on only looking for whales ( your goal.) A child friendly tale of setting goals and persevering. Also, good to use with adults working with children as a way to discuss avoiding assumptions.
A bit trippy, but the illustrations are fab. When the roses start talking, I'm reminded of Alice and Wonderland.
Michigan illustrator.
Michigan illustrator.
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Un libro ottimo per insegnare ai bambini cosa significa restare concentrati su un obbiettivo e evitare le distrazioni. Letto e riletto potrebbe donare un grande insegnamento :)