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Young children see the passage of time through the seasonal changes to the world around them in this charming book, illustrated with Nikki McClure's extraordinary cut-paper art.
A little boy who can't wait for summer keeps asking his mama, "Is it summer yet?" Mama says, "Not yet, little one," then points to the signs that spring is turning to summer — the softening of the earth, the nest-building of squirrels, the singing of birds — and encourages her son to savor the beauty of spring.
Following the success of All in a Day, Nikki McClure once again uses her unique paper cutouts to showcase wonderful images of nature and the joys of family and the outdoors, creating a book that is both timeless and fresh.
Review:
"A handsome, effective piece of bookmaking that captures the glory of a day and the possibilities it holds." Booklist (starred review)
Review:
"This uplifting picture book succeeds in introducing children to the perennial promise of tomorrow through lithe language and honed imagery." Kirkus (starred review)
Synopsis:
Young children see the passage of time through the seasonal changes to the world around them in this charming book, illustrated with Nikki McClures extraordinary cut-paper art. A little boy who cant wait for summer keeps asking his mama, “Is it summer yet?” Mama says, “Not yet, little one,” then points to the signs that spring is turning to summer—the softening of the earth, the nest-building of squirrels, the singing of birds—and encourages her son to savor the beauty of spring.
Following the success of All in a Day, Nikki McClure once again uses her unique paper cutouts to showcase wonderful images of nature and the joys of family and the outdoors, creating a book that is both timeless and fresh.
Printed on recycled paper!
Praise for All in a Day
New York Times bestseller
Publishers Weekly bestseller
[STAR] “This uplifting picture book succeeds in introducing children to the perennial promise of tomorrow through lithe language and honed imagery.” —Kirkus, starred review
[STAR] “A handsome, effective piece of bookmaking that captures the glory of a day and the possibilities it holds.” —Booklist, starred review
Synopsis:
Little Elephant and Mama Elephant are going for a walk. “Hold on to my tail,” says Mama. “If you want to ask me a question, tweak twice.” Tweak, tweak! “Mama, what is that?” Little Elephant is curious about the frog, the monkey, the songbird, the butterfly, and the crocodileand especially about what a little elephant can do. Mama knows just how to answer, to help her cherished Little Elephant grow.
Eve Buntings tender text and Sergio Ruzziers whimsical illustrations make this walk with Mama an excursion any little elephant would enjoy.
Nikki McClure is a self-taught artist who has been making paper-cuts since 1996. She is the author and illustrator of Abrams' Collect Raindrops and the illustrator of All In a Day, by Cynthia Rylant. Kirkus said her "illustrations make such nebulous concepts as hope and renewal accessible to young readers," and Publishers Weekly said children will enjoy "the tenderness of McClure’s images." She lives in Olympia, Washington.
Craig Ensz, October 6, 2010 (view all comments by Craig Ensz)
A captivating story of the questions and mysteries of childhood. A picture and storybook full of the wonders and discoveries of a young boy. One day will bring you more joy than you expect. Mama is quaint and thought provoking at the same time. Sit down with your children and pass a day in this book with them.
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Product details
32 pages
Abrams Books for Young Readers -
English9780810984684
Reviews:
"Review"
by Booklist,
"A handsome, effective piece of bookmaking that captures the glory of a day and the possibilities it holds." (starred review)
"Review"
by Kirkus,
"This uplifting picture book succeeds in introducing children to the perennial promise of tomorrow through lithe language and honed imagery." (starred review)
"Synopsis"
by Hold All,
Young children see the passage of time through the seasonal changes to the world around them in this charming book, illustrated with Nikki McClures extraordinary cut-paper art. A little boy who cant wait for summer keeps asking his mama, “Is it summer yet?” Mama says, “Not yet, little one,” then points to the signs that spring is turning to summer—the softening of the earth, the nest-building of squirrels, the singing of birds—and encourages her son to savor the beauty of spring.
Following the success of All in a Day, Nikki McClure once again uses her unique paper cutouts to showcase wonderful images of nature and the joys of family and the outdoors, creating a book that is both timeless and fresh.
Printed on recycled paper!
Praise for All in a Day
New York Times bestseller
Publishers Weekly bestseller
[STAR] “This uplifting picture book succeeds in introducing children to the perennial promise of tomorrow through lithe language and honed imagery.” —Kirkus, starred review
[STAR] “A handsome, effective piece of bookmaking that captures the glory of a day and the possibilities it holds.” —Booklist, starred review
"Synopsis"
by Firebrand,
Little Elephant and Mama Elephant are going for a walk. “Hold on to my tail,” says Mama. “If you want to ask me a question, tweak twice.” Tweak, tweak! “Mama, what is that?” Little Elephant is curious about the frog, the monkey, the songbird, the butterfly, and the crocodileand especially about what a little elephant can do. Mama knows just how to answer, to help her cherished Little Elephant grow.
Eve Buntings tender text and Sergio Ruzziers whimsical illustrations make this walk with Mama an excursion any little elephant would enjoy.
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