Summer Wonders

by Bob Raczka, Judy Stead (Illustrator)

Overview

A book that celebrates all things summer—from playing at the park to swimming at the pool to catching fireflies. Children will delight in the rhymes that captures summertime fun.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780807595930
Publisher:	Whitman, Albert & Company
Publication date:	03/01/2009
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	10 MB
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Bob Raczka is the author of four seasonal books: Snowy, Blowy Winter; Spring Things; Summer Wonders; and Who Loves the Fall? He lives in the Chicago area with his family and dog.

Judy Stead has worked as a teacher, graphic designer, art director, illustrator, author, and painter. She's illustrated more than a dozen children's books including Snowy, Blowy Winter and Best Friends on Wheels. She lives with her family in North Carolina where her "treetop" studio overlooks some of Mother Nature's wildest work.

Editorial Reviews

PreS-Gr 3

Told in staccato rhymes, this playful book celebrates the many pleasures of summer. With phrases such as "Divers,/swimmers,/flat rock skimmers" or "Growers,/weeders,/melon eaters," the clever, spare text describes diverse warm-weather activities. Bright-hued acrylic illustrations bring the expressive verbal images to life. The paintings are festive and entertaining, depicting children climbing trees, playing at the beach, canoeing, picnicking, admiring the stars, catching fireflies, reading, and more. One colorful spread shows several families enjoying Fourth of July fireworks. In both words and pictures, this title delivers the sensory experiences of summer with pure joy. A recipe for mini ice pops and fun facts about their origins are appended. A perfect choice to share with a group or one-on-one, this book will rally children's imaginations and creativity for a spirited discussion, craft project, or writing about this special time of year. Pair it with Raczka and Stead's Who Loves the Fall? and Spring Things (both Albert Whitman, 2007) for a seasons theme.-Anne Beier, Hendrick Hudson Free Library, Montrose, NY

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