A word of explanation here, I reviewed awhile back 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. I purchased the book for my family after seeing it in the library. I encouraged the kids to choose several from within that book for their summer reading. Some did, some did not.
When I get a chance, I will review any we've had from those suggested titles. I'll label it with the additional "1001" label.
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010
The Three Robbers
by Tomi Ungerer
Thumbs up. Mostly.
This basic color and silhouette style illustrations appeal to even the youngest children. The prose is also quiet simple, with a lilt of rhythm that makes it fun to read.
The story shows, perhaps, the redemptive quality of love and goodness. But might also appear to support the mentality of taking from the rich and giving to the poor.
The plot has some cute turns but the story ends somewhat abruptly. I always find myself turning the final page expecting that bit more closure.
Thumbs up. Mostly.
This basic color and silhouette style illustrations appeal to even the youngest children. The prose is also quiet simple, with a lilt of rhythm that makes it fun to read.
The story shows, perhaps, the redemptive quality of love and goodness. But might also appear to support the mentality of taking from the rich and giving to the poor.
The plot has some cute turns but the story ends somewhat abruptly. I always find myself turning the final page expecting that bit more closure.
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