One of the joys of working with children's books is finding a book that brings me right back to the joy of being a child. Rosenthal is an awesome writer, but it's like all her little scraps of humor got jammed into this volume which is not really a children's book, not really an adult book, Reminded me of Shel Silverstein -- a collection of fun and silly poems that speak of a child's experience. Simply a fun, creative, somewhat educational read bursting with small poems, thoughts, questions and answers to things wondered about complimented with expressive sketches. Some of the poems were amusing and while most poked fun at the world, it still wasn't super engaging. Students who like Jack Prelutsky and Shel Silverstein will LOVE The Wonder Book. Something went wrong. Anyone that has repeated lines and silliness to children will enjoy this book. 9780061429743 - The Wonder Book by Rosenthal, Amy Krouse - AbeBooks Skip to main content But all together they are definitely the work of Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Let the kids take the lead and pick the poems/illustrations they want to share. Some parts are happy, some sad-ish, some silly, some serious, some crunchy, some with a soft center. Thoroughly enjoyed another Rosenthal and Schmid masterpiece. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Krouse does variations of famous children’s rhymes and stories, such as the “This little piggy went to the market…” word game and Miss Mary Mack, and gives alternative endings to each familiar story. It also seemed like it was trying to copy some of Shel Silverstein's books, but it didn't have a lot of resemblence other than the black and white pictures and random poems. Do it backwards. Be the first to ask a question about The Wonder Book. In 2010, Paul was awarded a monthlong fellowship with Maurice Sendak. And in that, I think, is the secret to Amy Krouse Rosenthal's success as a children's book writer - she writes so much and she writes so well that she makes it seem easy. Read it to make the wheels start to turn, wonder and question! .Amy Krouse Rosenthal. No Kindle device required. The house of Mark Twain, the Brontë sisters, Thackeray, Dickens, John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King Jr., Maurice Sendak, Shel Silverstein, and Margaret Wise Brown, HarperCollins has a long and rich history that reaches back to the early nineteenth century and offers our publishing team a depth of experience. The Wonder Book is full of things that touch on most aspects of children's lives. . I know I must get a copy of my own. And a couple I didn't really click with. She is the only author to have three … If you don't like this book, your inner child is broken. The worldwide book group was formed following News Corporation's 1990 acquisition of the British publisher William Collins & Sons. It also seemed like it was trying to copy some of Shel Silverstein's books, but it didn't have a lot of resemblence other than the black and white pictures and random poems. FREE Delivery on your first order. It was an activity for when they finished work early. It was still an interesting book, it just wasn't as funny the further in I got. Another thumbs up for yet another of Ms. Rosenthal's work. . Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. . . At HarperCollins, authors and their work are at the center of everything we do. But the beauty of The Wonder Book is that you can open to any page and enjoy, there is no need to read from cover to cover. Unable to add item to Wish List. I love the way Rosenthal thinks and plays with words!! The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at AbeBooks.com. Founded in 1819, William Collins & Sons published a range of Bibles, atlases, dictionaries, and reissued classics, expanding over the years to include legendary authors such as H. G. Wells, Agatha Christie, J. R. R. Tolkien, and C. S. Lewis. I will be adding it to my classroom library for kids to read and wonder with. Buy the selected items together. *Reminiscent of classics like Falling Up from Shel Silve The beginning pages of this book were pretty humorous and I thought I was in for a treat. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. The Wonder Book [Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, Schmid, Paul] on Amazon.com. I don't think it would be a very good book just to sit down and read with children...it isn't really a story but totally separate pages and ideas. Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2011. Some of the poems I adored (especially "One of These Things Is Not Like the Other"). One of these items ships sooner than the other. by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. A book of "one liners," thoughts, and hilarious poems. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. A con­tributor to NPR, TED collaborator and speaker, filmmaker, and the author of two groundbreaking memoirs (Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life and Textbook Amy Krouse Rosenthal ), she raised her three children with her husband Jason in Chicago. He lives in Seattle with his wife, Linda, and their daughter, Anna. Kids can suggest and illustrate all kinds of things that belong (and don't belong) in the Rhyming Store. .Prelutsky. ACTIVITIES: ACTIVITY KIT ^Used with permission of Chronicle Books LLC. It brings me back to childhood. Whi. Krouse does variations of famous children’s rhymes and stories, such as the “This little piggy went to the market…” word game and Miss Mary Mack, and gives alternative endings to each familiar story. In Stock. Skip to main content.sg. I like the whimsy. Paul Schmid's father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all artists. Rosenthal’s poems will bring smiles to children and adult faces alike. Although we lost this prolific author too soon, her books continue to resonate with kids and parents alike. Each poem is a little different, with different meters, lines, and literary tools used. I saw this book in the "new book" section of our library right after watching a video of Rosenthal on You Tube. Download one of the Free Kindle apps to start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Kindle eBooks can be read on any device with the … I especially liked the periodic table of manners, "For Those Who Periodically Need Reminding About Table Manners.". Spring is Mother Nature’s way of saying, “Oof–let’s try this again.” The last 12 months have been, well, challenging is the polite term.... To see what your friends thought of this book. The OK Book: Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, Lichtenheld, Tom: 9780061152559: Books - Amazon.ca. This poet includes long and short poems, rewritten nursery rhyme poems, and play-on-word poems, just to name a few. I shared this with second grade classes and most of the poems and word plays were perfect for the age group. Schmid's illustrations make this book, which feels like a Silverstein wannabe. I especially liked the periodic table (for those who periodically need reminding about table maners) -- but maybe that was the mom in me, and also the last offering: Rhyming Summary of the Universe: "Go jump in the puddle; just ring extra socks./ Think twice about flocing to where everyone else flocks.". Much like Shel Silverstein. And the artwork went well with the poems, simple yet humorous. The infallible team of Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld have combined their extraordinary talents to create this exuberant, inspirational book for kids of endless good wishes. © 2008-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Lots of play with nursery rhymes, puns and other word play. There are 0 reviews and 0 ratings from Canada, Fast, FREE delivery, video streaming, music, and much more. Very quick read. Students who like Jac. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Paul Schmid made an amazing humors book for the young and young at heart. How do Moms always know when you're about to sneak a cookie? But don't you dare miss THE WONDER BOOK for what it has to offer to children's poetry. The Wonder Book: Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, Schmid, Paul: Amazon.sg: Books. It is a must have for all primary teachers. The pictures brought back found memories of Silverstein's drawing and written words. There is a poem (or two or three) for everyone. Like I said, I love Amy Krouse Rosenthal. ; and a Tale About Rhyming. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Having grown up with many varieties of poems - from serious and/or enlightening, to funny and enlightening -and raised my children with the same, I thoroughly enjoyed everything in this book. Write a review. Some of the poems were amusing and while most poked fun at the world, it still wasn't super engaging. ... Amy Krouse Rosenthal: 2012 National Book Festival. February 9th 2010 I adore poetry that makes me smile from ear to ear. This book has great illustrations and cleverly fun text. .or switch it/reverse it. Rosenthal’s poems will bring smiles to children and adult faces alike. . She was a prolific writer, publishing more than 30 children's books between 2005 and her death in 2017. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. When you read The Wonder Book, plan to giggle, guffaw and share some hugs! Account & Lists Account Returns & Orders. . A fun poetry book that I would recommend to the school-age kids. It is full of pure, radiant, youthful joy - with a healthy dash of silliness thrown in for good measure. Having grown up with many varieties of poems - from serious and/or enlightening, to funny and enlightening -and raised my children with the same, I thoroughly enjoyed everything in this book. [The Wonder Book] [By: Rosenthal, Amy Krouse] [February, 2010] [Rosenthal, Amy Krouse] on Amazon.com. LIFE-isms (by amy k.r.) The Wonder Book is full of things that people really do wonder about, like "Who put money under the tooth fairy's pillow when she was a little girl?" However, they don’t all coincide with each other which would have been nice. Buy the Reinforced Library Binding Book The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal at Indigo.ca, Canada's largest bookstore. I especially like the periodic table of manners; Stop That...Please Sit Still! The simplicity is elegant. Krouse does variations of famous children’s rhymes and stories, such as the “This little piggy went to the market…” word game and Miss Mary Mack, and … The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal (2010-02-09): Amy Krouse Rosenthal: Books - Amazon.ca The illustrations are simple, funky and whimsical. One of these items ships sooner than the other. She is a remarkably prolific, consistently thoughtful and … The beginning pages of this book were pretty humorous and I thought I was in for a treat. I also really liked the simple yet effective illustrations. The simple, but perfect black and white accompanying drawings add a great deal to the experience of the poem. Please Sit Still!" In Stock. To describe this book in one word I would choose "happy". Be Quiet! I would share a page and have students answer critical thinking questions about it. Buy the Hardcover Book The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal at Indigo.ca, Canada's largest bookstore. Al Pha's Bet. The Wonder Book. On Sale: 10/29/2013. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Amy Krouse Rosenthal - The Wonder Book There is whimsy, a little grammar, good manners, parenting themes and some wisdom, too. Krouse also adds a humorous side for older readers, giving variation to the reading audience and appealing to multiple readers. by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. The poems are fun, not just for kids. . Krouse also adds a humorous side for older readers, giving variation to the reading audience. Goodreads Members' Most Anticipated Spring Books. with your child, my 4 yr old loved it. Amy Krause Rosenthal , author of The Wonder Book , is a wonder to me! HarperCollins was founded by brothers James and John Harper in New York City in 1817 as J. and J. Harper, later Harper & Brothers. Additionally, Rosenthal often plays with the format of her poems in this book, writing one from top to bottom, several in dialogue clou. "A Rose by Any Other Name" - how to say the word "fart" in other countries - who would've thought? Cart All. Some of the poems/concepts are spectacular, a few are just ok (which is why I couldn't give it 5 stars). Silverstein. Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2019, Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2015. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages that interest you. Run, don't walk, to the nearest book store and read through this little book of verse! From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of I Wish You More, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, "a joyous, totally original potpourri of stories, poems, lists, palindromes, visual jokes, and random observations about the universal delights and conundrums of childhood."*. He is the author and illustrator of A Pet for Petunia, Petunia Goes Wild, and Hugs From Pearl and the illustrator of The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. We’d love your help. I grew up loving Shel Silverstein, and I can still recall the dangers of picking your nose if you're Captain Hook. Official website of Amy Krouse Rosenthal, author of children's books, memoirs (Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life and Textbook Amy Krouse Rosenthal), and creator of … by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrated by Paul Schmid ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 1, 2010 An uneven collection of poems and witticisms, the very best of which evoke Shel Silverstein. The poem called "Brat City" was to die for. In 2010, Paul was awarded a monthlong fellowship with Maurice Sendak. This is a wonderful book for all ages. I would highly recommend it to be read by adults and shared with children. As others have mentioned, the illustrations are very reminiscent of Shel Silverstein. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. This is a fun book of poems for all ages. [(The Wonder Book )] [Author: Amy Krouse Rosenthal] [Feb-2010]: Amy Krouse Rosenthal: Books - Amazon.ca Details. There is no direct theme between the characters and they are all across the board. From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of I Wish You More, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, a joyous, totally original potpourri of stories, poems, lists, palindromes, visual jokes, and random observations about the universal delights and conundrums of childhood. Welcome back. Some I was OK with. . We are proud to provide our authors with unprecedented editorial excellence, marketing reach, long-standing connections with booksellers, and insight into reader and consumer behavior. But the more I read the less entertained I became. Reminds me a lot of Shel Silverstein's poetry books, both the black and white drawings and the clever, fun, unique poetry ideas. "Typical Day" asks some of the funny and unrealistic (or, realistic, depending on which meaning you are talking about) a kiddo might ask during the day and the "yes" and "no" answers they usually get. I have quickly become a fan of Amy Krouse Rosenthal as she writes (and creates) many things that are multi-generational. by HarperCollins. Could everything important about the world be summarized in a poem that rhymes? Some were a little over their heads and would be enjoyed more by older students or even adults. . Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading The Wonder Book. Several poems are takes on old standbys, such as “It Could Be Verse”: “Eeny Meeny and Miney Moe / Caught a tiger with their tow / The tiger hollered; they wouldn’t let go / No more Eeny Meeny or Miney Moe.” The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse, illustrated by Paul Schmid is a book of children’s poems, short stories, and word games. And I adore, absolutely adore Amy Krouse Rosenthal's newest book, The Wonder Book. From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of I Wish You More, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, "a joyous, totally original potpourri of stories, poems, lists, palindromes, visual jokes, and random observations about the universal delights and conundrums of childhood."*. The Wonder Book - Kindle edition by Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, Schmid, Paul. They sure were inspired by Shel Silverstein's works. She is best known for her memoir Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life, her children's picture books, and the film project The Beckoning of Lovely. this book is full of stuff I've always wondered about . Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, drawings by Paul Schmid, RL 3. The topics for these poems, riddles, and word games are all over the place, but the overall book is clever and funny. It was still an interesting book, it just wasn't as funny the further in I got. I had the pleasure of seeing Amy Rosenthal read this book. In the vein of Dr. Seuss, Shel Silversteing, Kenn Nesbitt and Bruce Lansky, this is a collection of punny poetry. My son enjoyed the rhyming words and the quirky pictures. Only 14 left in stock (more on the way). Refresh and try again. For a good afternoon’s worth of entertainment, children of any age would enjoy reading this book. Her lighthearted, silly poems are quite reminiscent of Shel Silverstein or Jack Prelutsky, although a few in this book do lack the punch that these poets seem to hit every time. Sooo darling, a must have! I love the "boundaries" she pushes--in so many ways! Some were a little over their heads and would be enjoyed more by older students or even adults. The design of the book has the words acting almost as part of the illustrations, and I thought that was really nice. BOOK ACTIVITIES. Overall, I'd say the tone is a bit sweeter, not as edgy. I Wish You More (Encouragement Gifts for Kids, Uplifting Books for Graduation). I think certain kids will enjoy poking around and reading some of the poems aloud. But the beauty of The Wonder Book is that you can open to any page and enjoy, there is no need to read from cover to cover. My granddaughter loved it!! The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, 9780061429743, available at Book Depository with free delivery worldwide. I'm not sure exactly who I'll recommend this to, but I hope it finds an audience. Some of the poems/concepts are spectacular, a few are just ok (which is why I couldn't give it 5 stars). Weave in and out of each. Did Miss Mary Mack have friends who liked other colors? Amy Krouse Rosenthal (April 29, 1965 – March 13, 2017) was an American author of both adult and children's books, a short film maker, and radio show host. We loved it, especially the last poem, "Rhyming Summary of the Universe": The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse, illustrated by Paul Schmid is a book of children’s poems, short stories, and word games. Please try your request again later. Some I really liked. So I'm going to call this poetry although it's not all, exactly. From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of I Wish You More, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, "a joyous, totally original potpourri of stories, poems, lists, palindromes, visual jokes, and random observations about the universal delights and conundrums of childhood."*. Start by marking “The Wonder Book” as Want to Read: Error rating book. The Wonder Book is a wonder and it's a wonder there aren't more books like this on the shelves. Each poem and short story does have a direct protagonist that is easy to spot and point out. It was a nice discovery to find this book hidden way back in the kids poetry section at the library. In 1987, as Harper & Row, it was acquired by News Corporation. Some of the stories/poems are very fantasy like with elephants jumping over fences and a dinosaur with great vocabulary skills. Overall, I'd say the tone is a bit sweeter, not as edgy. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Now you know your AABBCC's. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Additionally, Rosenthal often plays with the format of her poems in this book, writing one from top to bottom, several in dialogue clouds, and even one in the form of the Periodic Table. It is just a nice fun book filled with things Rosenthal has always "wondered" about - poems, lists, palindromes, word games, observations, and so on. CDN$ 15.83. Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2015. Consistently at the forefront of innovation and technological advancement, HarperCollins also uses digital technology to create unique reading experiences and expand the reach of our authors. HarperCollins; Illustrated edition (Feb. 9 2010), Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2015. Amy Krouse Rosenthal on The Wonder Book . So . Saved from youtube.com. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. The Oh So Wrong ABC Song. Very cute, and similar to Shel Silverstein. But this one was quite clever, and had lots of things that would make a kid have to think. Available as a Kindle eBook. Amy Krouse Rosenthal was an American author of both adult and children's books, a short film maker, and radio show host. But some are more realistic and discuss having a half birthday and stealing a cookie off of the table. This item: The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal Hardcover $17.99. Reminiscent of classics like Falling Up from Shel Silverstein, this 80-page black-and-white book is meant for sharing and taps into the delightfully inquisitive world of a child. You can open the book up anywhere and read. The Wonder Book It will make you think and giggle, smile and wiggle! Nov 7, 2018 - An uneven collection of poems and witticisms, the very best of which evoke Shel Silverstein. This poet includes long and short poems, rewritten nursery rhyme poems, and play-on-word poems, just to name a few. The Wonder Book is full of things that touch on most aspects of children's lives. The OK Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal Hardcover $8.39. The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse, illustrated by Paul Schmid is a book of children’s poems, short stories, and word games. [The Wonder Book] [By: Rosenthal, Amy Krouse… WUMBERS. If you haven’t yet found yourself lost in the world of talking utensils, mischievous children, and unusual punctuation marks, we’ve compiled a list of what we consider the essential Amy Krouse Rosenthal for your reading pleasure. Wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, laughter and peace. They were very charming and added quite a bit to the words. Reminiscent of Shel Silverstein's work, this is a very fun and humorous book of poems. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. While I didn't find this book thoroughly amusing, I think there are others who might. Each poem is a little different, with different meters, lines, and literary tools used. My sixth graders would claim this book is random. Show details. Prime members enjoy Free Two-Day Shipping, Free Same-Day or One-Day Delivery to select areas, Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and more. But I guess the middle is always the middle. I am a teacher and I used the pages as a critical thinking exercise. For more about Amy’s life, work, and the Foundation formed in her memory, please see www.amykrouserosenthalfoundation.org. Thank you Ms.Rosenthal. . But the more I read the less entertained I became. The wordplay is clever and the pen-and-ink illustrations add to the fun. If I ever have children they will get sick of hearing this poem. Her lighthearted, silly poems are quite reminiscent of Shel Silverstein or Jack Prelutsky, although a few in this book do lack the punch that these poets seem to hit every time. Her stories fascinate, entertain & teach. 1-Click ordering is not available for this item. Inside you will find stories, short poems, lists, palindromes, visual treats, and random observations. AMY KROUSE ROSENTHAL wrote more than thirty picture books, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers  Dear Girl, (cowritten with her daughter, Paris Rosenthal) and I Wish You More (co-written with Tom Lichtenheld). Some books are about three wishes. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Buy New. Paul Schmid's father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all artists. Please try again. Read "Stop That! Hello Select your address All Hello, Sign in. I shared this with second grade classes and most of the poems and word plays were perfect for the age group. So the beginning could be the end, and the end could be the beginning. Wonderful!! And they made me smile. I fumbled accross it at the library and have extended time to keep it. He is the author and illustrator of A Pet for Petunia, Petunia Goes Wild, and Hugs From Pearl and the illustrator of The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. She is best known for her memoir Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life, her children's picture books, and the film project The Beckoning of Lovely. Different, funny and endearing! I especially liked the periodic table (for those who periodically need reminding about table maners) -- but maybe that was the mom in me, and also the last offering: Rhyming Summary of the Universe: "Go jump in the puddle; just ring extra socks./ Think, As others have mentioned, the illustrations are very reminiscent of Shel Silverstein.
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