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By: Jill,
on 7/13/2008
Over the past week or so, my daughter has gravitated toward the two Grace Lin books we have in our house.
First, Chronicle Books sent us the paperback version of Red is a Dragon: A Book of Colors, written by Roseanne Thong and illustrated by Grace Lin. It's a concept book written in rhyme that features gorgeous spreads of Chinese characters in both Asian-themed and familiar settings with objects in the color featured on the spread.
For example, here's the opening of the book:
And speaking of teaching kids about different cultures, take a look at Lin's book, Bringing in the New Year (Knopf Books for Young Readers, 2008). Both written and illustrated by Lin, this book follows a Chinese family as they prepare for and then celebrate the Lunar New Year.
By: Linda Silvestri,
on 2/25/2008
I did this drawing for the Illustration Friday theme this week, which is "Multiple."
In light of this theme, I think most folks would agree that the ability to multitask is pretty much manditory these days. Other than wearing roller-skates all day long or having your self cloned, eight arms might come in very handy.
Perhaps with these extra appendages or tentacles (for the pedantic,) you could, while designing that logo for your client, also wash the dishes, balance your checkbook and make yourself some lunch. You might even consider picking up a some dumbbells with your suckers and work those flabby biceps.
While your at it, you really have to watch this. Make sure to watch it to the end, because that's where you will see how amazing octopus really are.
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Grace Lin is one of our favorites too! My oldest always loved The Seven Chinese Sisters, illustrated by Lin. You should check that one out!
Stephanie...
I'll definitely check out The Seven Chinese Sisters. It definitely seems right up our ally. Thanks for stopping by!