Kids books are a fantastic mechanism to start the discussion with young readers on what is mindfulness and ways to incorporate it into lives.
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By: JOANNA MARPLE,
on 4/25/2014
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By: Gi Hallmark,
on 9/28/2014
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By: Bianca Schulze,
on 6/2/2014
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The Children's Book Review's best selling picture book for this month is the gorgeously illustrated picture book from Jon J. Muth, The Three Questions. As per usual, we've also shared our hand selected list of the most popular picture books from the nationwide best selling picture books, as listed by The New York Times.
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By: JOANNA MARPLE,
on 4/25/2014
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Title: Hi, Koo, A Year of Seasons By Jon J Muth Published by Scholastic, 2014, February 25 Ages: 4-8 Themes: seasons, haiku, poetry First Haiku: Autumn, … Continue reading
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By: Emma Walton Hamilton,
on 11/6/2011
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Michael Chekhov – nephew of playwright Anton Chekhov - was an esteemed Russian-American actor, director and acting teacher. Among those who studied with him were Gary Cooper, Marilyn Monroe, Gregory Peck, Clint Eastwood, Anthony Quinn, Ingrid Bergman, Jack Palance, Lloyd Bridges, and Yul Brynner. Constantin Stanislavski, with whom Chekhov collaborated at the Moscow Art Theatre, referred to him as his ‘most brilliant student.’
I had the good fortune to listen to Joanna Merlin, president of the Michael Chekhov Association – speak about her mentor last week. (MICHA will be one of the theatre companies in residence at our Writers Conferences next summer.)
I have long been aware of the overlap between the dramatic and writing arts, but something Joanna said struck me as particularly relevant.
One of Chekhov’s valued concepts was that of the ‘four brothers’: ease, beauty, form and wholeness. As I listened to Joanna describe these elements with respect to art, I realized they were directly transferable to children’s literature.
Ease – Who hasn’t marveled at the ease of Dr. Seuss’s verse, or Jules Feiffer’s line? When a book really sings, doesn’t it seem effortless? Like it just rolled off the author’s pen? Doesn’t it make us think: That looks so easy! I could do that!
Beauty – From Kenneth Grahame to Gennady Spirin to Jon J Muth, there’s no denying the beauty in children’s book art. But there’s beauty in text, too… Whether it’s an exquisitely crafted message, mastery of language or authenticity of voice, there are times when the stellar narrative of a children’s book can make one weep.
Form – Thirty two pages, one thousand words or less. There’s no denying that picture books have form. The challenge is how to tell that story with a richness of character and plot that compels the reader to turn the page… within the confines of that form. Martha Grahame said “The aim of technique is to free the spirit.” I would amend that to say, “Within the confines of form, anything is possible.”
Wholeness – Beginning, middle, end. Problem, crisis, resolution. Picture books travel a great distance in a thousand words or less… and the good ones provide a complete story, and a wholly satisfying journey.
Michael Chekhov wrote and published a few great books on acting, but never any children’s books. I suspect that, had he chosen to, he could have penned one with ease, beauty, form and wholeness.
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By: Bianca Schulze,
on 9/15/2010
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Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: September 15, 2010
Trick-or-treat. Smell my feet. Give me something good to read!
Well, it doesn’t quite rhyme, but I do wish that people gave out kids’ books instead of candy during Halloween.
For those of us that really enjoy Halloween— you know who you are: you’ve had your child’s costume since July, you’re dying for a visit to the pumpkin patch, and you’re dreaming of ways to make Halloween last longer than one fabulous day and night—this is the list you’ve been waiting for. There’s the silly, the spooky, the scary, and everything in between. No tricks here—only treats!
Picture Books
by Jon J. Muth
Publisher’s synopsis: It’s Halloween.
The trees are ablaze in fiery reds. Excited children don colorful costumes. And there’s mystery and fun around every corner!
When Addy, Michael, and Karl finish trick-or-treating, their bags are brimming with treats. But the fun isn’t over yet. Their good friend Stillwater the panda has one more special surprise in store for them. A mysterious visitor is about to tell them a spine-tingling story — one that will fill each and every reader with wonder.
Scholastic Press | September 1, 2010 | Ages 4-8 | 40 pages
Add this book to your collection: Zen Ghosts
by Rob Scotton
Publisher’s synopsis: It’s Halloween, and Splat is determined to be the scariest cat in the class. Unfortunately he’s just too much of a scaredy-cat. He’s afraid of a little spider, and everyone says his costume looks more silly than scary. And when Mrs. Wimpydimple tells a ghost story in the dark, Splat gets so frightened that he tips over his jack-o’-lantern. But when the lights go back on, the entire class is scared silly by a small, black, furry creature with a big pumpkin head. Whooooo can it be?
Splat the Cat Scaredy-Cat Plush Doll Toy
HarperCollins | August 24, 2010 | Ages 4-8 | 40 pages
Add this book to your collection: Scaredy-Cat, Splat!
Posted on 8/1/2010
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: August 1, 2010
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases, the bestsellers, and kids’ book events.
THE HOT SPOTS: THE TRENDS
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Nominees
20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy
Summer Reading Tips & What to Read When
Kids’ Summer Reading Lists: Early-Fluent to Fluent Readers / Ages 6-10
THE NEW RELEASES
The most coveted books that release this month:
Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)
by Suzanne Collins
(Young Adult)
Artemis Fowl 7: The Atlantis Complex
by Eoin Colfer
(Ages 9-12)
The 39 Clues, Book 10: Into the Gauntlet
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
(Ages 9-12)
Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes
by Jane O’connor
(Ages 4-8)
by Suzanne Collins
(Young Adult)
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
(Ages 8-12)
Clementine, Friend of the Week
by Sara Pennypacker
(Ages 7-10)
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By: Bianca Schulze,
on 7/1/2010
Blog: The Children's Book Review (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
JacketFlap tags: Mo willems, Events, Stephenie Meyer, Sherman Alexie, Rick Riordan, Markus Zusak, Sara Shepard, Jeff Kinney, Best Sellers, Maggie Stiefvater, Ingrid Law, Suzanne Collins, Candace Bushnell, Julie Andrews, P.C. Cast, Gayle Forman, Ages Four to Eight: Books for pre-school to second grade, Ages Nine to Twelve: Books for third through sixth grade, Teens: Books for young adults, Book Lists: Specialty picks, Cressida Cowell, Lauren Kate, Victoria Kann, Lincoln Peirce, David Soman, Jon J Muth, Jacky Davis, Simon Beecroft, E.Y. Harburg, Lisbeth Zwerger, Add a tag
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: July 1, 2010
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases, the bestsellers, and kids’ book events.
THE HOT SPOTS: THE TRENDS
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Nominees
Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer by John Grisham
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Winners
Summer Reading Suggestions: Random House Children’s Books
THE NEW RELEASES
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Maggie Stiefvater
(Young Adult)
How to Train Your Dragon Book 7:…
by Cressida Cowell
(Ages 8-12)
Pinkalicious: Tickled Pink
by Victoria Kann
(Ages 4-8)
THE BEST SELLERS
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
by Jacky Davis, David Soman
(Ages 3-7)
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By: Bianca Schulze,
on 5/6/2010
Blog: The Children's Book Review (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
JacketFlap tags: Children's Book Week, James Patterson, Linda Urban, Richelle Mead, Kadir Nelson, Cassandra Clare, Rick Riordan, Alyson Noel, Jeff Kinney, Children's Choice Book Awards, Maggie Stiefvater, Gordon Korman, Henry Cole, Suzanne Collins, Emily Gravett, Janice Levy, Ntozake Shange, Carl Hiaasen, Ages Four to Eight: Books for pre-school to second grade, Award Winners: Books with honors, Ages Nine to Twelve: Books for third through sixth grade, Teens: Books for young adults, Book Lists: Specialty picks, Ages Baby to Three: Books for infants and toddlers, Brian Floca, Rachel Renee Russell, Bill Slavin, Peter Brown, Quest for Literacy, Susan L. Roth, Kevin O'Malley, John Perry, Robin Preiss Glasser, Victoria Kann, Salina Yoon, David Soman, Artur Fujita, Ellen Javernick, Ferdinand Zoticus deLessups, Jarret J. Krosoczka, Jon J Muth, Mark Fearing, Paulette Bogan, Sam Hart, Steve Shreve, Tony Lee, Add a tag
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JacketFlap tags: Children's Book Week, James Patterson, Linda Urban, Richelle Mead, Kadir Nelson, Cassandra Clare, Rick Riordan, Alyson Noel, Jeff Kinney, Children's Choice Book Awards, Maggie Stiefvater, Gordon Korman, Henry Cole, Suzanne Collins, Emily Gravett, Janice Levy, Ntozake Shange, Carl Hiaasen, Ages Four to Eight: Books for pre-school to second grade, Award Winners: Books with honors, Ages Nine to Twelve: Books for third through sixth grade, Teens: Books for young adults, Book Lists: Specialty picks, Ages Baby to Three: Books for infants and toddlers, Brian Floca, Rachel Renee Russell, Bill Slavin, Peter Brown, Quest for Literacy, Susan L. Roth, Kevin O'Malley, John Perry, Robin Preiss Glasser, Victoria Kann, Salina Yoon, David Soman, Artur Fujita, Ellen Javernick, Ferdinand Zoticus deLessups, Jarret J. Krosoczka, Jon J Muth, Mark Fearing, Paulette Bogan, Sam Hart, Steve Shreve, Tony Lee, Add a tag
The Children's Book Council hosts the Children's Choice Book Awards. The favorite book finalists for this year were determined by close to 15,000 children and teens. I highly recommend checking out these books!
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