Download Children BookaDay Almanac Anita Silvey Books
Download Children BookaDay Almanac Anita Silvey Books
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Part fun- and information-filled almanac, part good book guide, the Children's Book-a-Day Almanac is a new way to discover a great children's book--every day of the year!
This fresh, inventive reference book is a dynamic way to showcase the gems, both new and old, of children's literature. Each page features an event of the day, a children's book that relates to that event, and a list of other events that took place on that day. Always informative and often surprising, celebrate a year of literature for children with The Children's Book-a-Day Almanac.
Download Children BookaDay Almanac Anita Silvey Books
"I'm a big fan of Anita Silvey's blog, Children's Book-A-Day Almanac, and have followed it since its inception in 2010. In fact, I'm a great fan of Anita's other books that explore children's books and their creators, (Children's Books and Their Creators, Houghton Mifflin Co., 1995; The Essential Guide to Children's Books and Their Creators, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2002, in which I was also a contributing writer; and one of my favorite of all time books, Everything I Need to Know I Learned From A Children's Book, Roaring Brook Press, 2009). My favorite aspect of Anita's genius is her insider information on how these books were created. With each entry, she offers fascinating insights into the backstory of the author (and sometimes the illustrator!), the context of the story, and a sneak peak of the story itself. I look forward to reading her blog every morning. So I was pleased as punch to learn that Anita has created a book that follows the same format as her blog.
As the title promises, the book opens with a favorite on January 1, Esther Forbes' Johnny Tremain. On each day thereafter, a new book is showcased. From Dav Pilkey's The Adventures of Captain Underpants, Phillip Hoose's The Race to Save The Lord God Bird, Bobbie Pyron's A Dog's Way Home, and David Shannon's Duck on a Bike, the almanac "shines the spotlight on the best books for young readers." With each entry, Anita offers information on the backstory of the author and book, its ideal audience, and how the book connected with its audience, as well as a sidebar of events and titles related to these events. Anita states in her introduction, on why she wrote the almanac, "My entire career, now spanning over forty years, has been devoted to a statement by Walter de la Mare: `Only the rarest kind of anything can be good enough for the young.'" For each day of the year, Anita provides insight into that "rarest of the best."
What a valuable tool for teachers and parents to plan ahead! And what a valuable and entertaining read for every children's book enthusiast!"
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Children BookaDay Almanac Anita Silvey Books Reviews
- I'm a big fan of Anita Silvey's blog, Children's Book-A-Day Almanac, and have followed it since its inception in 2010. In fact, I'm a great fan of Anita's other books that explore children's books and their creators, (Children's Books and Their Creators, Houghton Mifflin Co., 1995; The Essential Guide to Children's Books and Their Creators, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2002, in which I was also a contributing writer; and one of my favorite of all time books, Everything I Need to Know I Learned From A Children's Book, Roaring Brook Press, 2009). My favorite aspect of Anita's genius is her insider information on how these books were created. With each entry, she offers fascinating insights into the backstory of the author (and sometimes the illustrator!), the context of the story, and a sneak peak of the story itself. I look forward to reading her blog every morning. So I was pleased as punch to learn that Anita has created a book that follows the same format as her blog.
As the title promises, the book opens with a favorite on January 1, Esther Forbes' Johnny Tremain. On each day thereafter, a new book is showcased. From Dav Pilkey's The Adventures of Captain Underpants, Phillip Hoose's The Race to Save The Lord God Bird, Bobbie Pyron's A Dog's Way Home, and David Shannon's Duck on a Bike, the almanac "shines the spotlight on the best books for young readers." With each entry, Anita offers information on the backstory of the author and book, its ideal audience, and how the book connected with its audience, as well as a sidebar of events and titles related to these events. Anita states in her introduction, on why she wrote the almanac, "My entire career, now spanning over forty years, has been devoted to a statement by Walter de la Mare `Only the rarest kind of anything can be good enough for the young.'" For each day of the year, Anita provides insight into that "rarest of the best."
What a valuable tool for teachers and parents to plan ahead! And what a valuable and entertaining read for every children's book enthusiast! - This delightful almanac could be labeled Children's Books 101. It's pure pleasure as you are served up a fun-filled page for each day of the year. When you keep up-to-date, you learn more than the stories of great children's books and intriguing tidbits about the author, the background and the influence of 365 stories. You also find out what happened in history, what holidays are celebrated and what events are of worldwide interest. It's fascinating reading and no law says you can't read ahead. (I read as many entries as I have time for at one sitting.)
No matter what your association is with children, libraries, or books, this is one title you should add to your personal library. The main entries are book summaries written to draw the reader in. As I read, I attach little "stickies" to the ones I somehow missed and want to order through ILL at my local library.
The book is also a super resource for those of us who write for children and young people and are looking for topics of interest. Besides historical notes concerning people and events, often mention is made of what someone has designated as special for that day. For example, February 22 is World Thinking Day. May 16 is Love a Tree a Day. And July 9 is National Sugar Cookie Day. Usually books are suggested to read on those special days.
This book is educational as well as fun. It's great for adults with any connection with kids. Buy multiple copies as gifts for your teacher-friends on their birthdays or special occasions. If your local library doesn't own a copy, buy one and present it to your favorite librarian. - I have anticipated the arrival of this book for quite some time as I have enjoyed following Anita Silvey's Book A Day Almanac website and Facebook feed. The connections that are made by Silvey between the day of the year and children's books are fantastic. I immediately purchased a copy for my daughter's teacher who loves reading a variety of books to her class. I think she will find this book to be wonderful resource year round!
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we are a family of avid readers. we all have our own styles, likes and dislikes. but, when someone is stuck for a possible book to read for young children, this almanac fills the bill. do not get all up in arms as this book does not subscribe to reading "a book a day." it gives you alternatives to different styles and ideas for reading pleasure. each day gives a short synopsis and some interesting facts. if you don't like the daily review, move along to the next. some of the books will fit your needs and others will not. the choice is yours, but it makes for a great gift for a family of readers...great item and fast delivery - This almanac is not only a great retrospective of special children's books too useful to forget, but also a way to leapfrog to new book titles while learning what made these writers & illustrators exceptional. As a one-time children's librarian, and a parent & grandparent, I wish everyone who loves, teaches or guides a child had a handy copy of this valuable resource at their fingertips. After purchasing it as a gift for my daughter who home-schools her children, I had to force myself to part with it! But my daughter immediately saw the lesson-planning/expanding possibilities in the detailed facets of each day's book, author and historical connections. This almanac is at once a treasure trove, a factual compilation, a trip down memory lane & a great fun read!
- I have two ten-year-olds and we read this every day. It's fun to hear about the books, author birthdays and histories. When we finish we do a thumbs up or down on whether we'd like to read the book.
- This book is great fun to read, if you have a strong background in children's literature, and it would be extremely valuable for educators planning book promotions, bulletin boards or posters featuring children's books.
- Very nice copy shipped quickly.
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