An intro of art and a new language to children
341531
The design of the book is extremely creative and artistic. The pictorial language of Chinese, besides its beauty, is thought provoking. It makes children think with imagination and ask to learn more. When a book stimulates curiosity, it translates to search for knowledge, and results in growth. It's a wonderful thing.
1619486
I think this is a great way to give your child an early interest in and appreciation for non-contemporary art. If you are interested in this series, you should also check out "Find King Henry's Treasure" and "Touch Tuts Tomb, which have the 'touch' aspect.
4394364
This book follows Toys, in format and style, but has animals for each of the colors and for the puzzle. Each page also has texture to feel like fur, hide or hair. But this book is more than just a book, it is also a puzzle and flash cards to help young children grow, and as they do this book grows with them. It is a color book, and as each color is learned, the center of the page can be pulled out; one side is a flash card for the colors and the other makes a puzzle. It is a great little book and a wonderful multifunction concept.

(Note: the first book was pulled apart easily by children but once glued back together it has held well.)
3697689
Its a good picture book for young ones to be exposed to a new language! Its easy and the kids like the graphics
110753
The art is amazing! Some of the references are a little obscure for modern day kids, but it's an opportunity for everyone to learn something new!
1839424
A great addition to a young child's library that introduces them to language and poetry in a fun way -- I think any young child would enjoy this
2137765
Creative approach to learning about artists and how even when they are young they see, feel, and hear the world in a unique way. Since the schools are cutting money for art this book shows children talented in art that other artists feel the way they do about painting even seeing colors as sounds. K-6th grades and even pre-schools could enrich their art impoverished programs by reading this book to the class.
128593
This is a refreshingly different approach to an A to Z picture book!  One would be wise to use this in Literacy Programs as it is written at a more advanced level. Older children and adults would more thoroughly enjoy this in learning to read yet it would present a challenge with some words.  Young children would enjoy it as well. It offers a wider variety of nature objects not usually found in picture books.

John Maddin the co-author of this book created the cover and inside  illustrations as well. The pictures are plainly sketched, yet are colorful. The book is a hardbound, approximately 9 inch square. As shown ion the cover, the animals and other objects of nature are not the usual pictures and alphabet words. Each picture also indicates the scientific name for the object focused on.

* I was sent this book in exchange for an honest review, of which I have given.
174524
Such a fun book and I love, love, love the introduction to great works of art and the way they were worked into the story. A perfect way to bring new knowledge of great works of art to the younger generation. Also, it was in excellent condition and arrived quickly. Thanks.
3678721
Clever and creative alphabet book based on wildlife. The artist is talented; she uses fine lines and intricate patterns to create her images. The illustrations alternate from black and white to color. While they are all aesthetically pleasing, younger children might have a little difficulty making out the form in some of the black and white images. Many of the animals will already be familiar to children, but a few like the numbat, for example will probably be unfamiliar.

This book is not like the average alphabet book; your child will be drawn to the uniqueness of the images and want to read it over and over. As the child gets older and masters all the names, it can remain on the shelf as a beautiful picture book. Highly recommended for someone looking for a nice gift.
1315371
This book features photos of artworks from many time periods showing dogs.  Most of the artworks are realistic in style.  Towards the end, there are a few more modern paintings.  I wish the author would have included more modern paintings.  Anyway, this is a great book to introduce young children to art appreciation.
4032479
If I was rating this from a parent's standpoint I would rate it a 4simply beacause the story line isn't "exciting".  However,  from a teacher's standpoint it is great way to start the discussi9n on the beauty of language.  I encouraged my kindergarteners (&this can work through 2nd grade) to take a Nature Walk with their parents and experience clouds or trees or other natural elements through the senses.  A tree looks, tastes,smells, sound & feels like ---.  The illustrations are beautiful pastel renderings that bring the story.& the seasons to life.
1847192
I liked how there were reproductions of the actual pieces of artwork discussed in the book, and it also was a good lesson for my young child in the days of the week.  A good jumping off point to encourage older readers to explore the actual pieces of art, or maybe motivate them to go to a museum.
3945271
The thing about kids'  ABC books is that they are mostly all the same:  pretty illustrations of common objects; apples to zebras.  This book takes a different and perhaps more challenging approach for children.  The alphabet is "seen" all around us "in"  photographs of objects.  It is a fun visual romp through the city, finding the form of letters everywhere.  All it takes is a little imagination and you can start off where Zoran Milich ends, finding alphabet forms wherever you look.  Not for very young children perhaps but perfect for an inquisitive four or five year old.
4872290
Love Linnear, a wonderful way to introduce children to famous artists.
4082376
This hip young artist with a vivid imagination and an open loving heart, has created a little treasure of a children's book. Well done!
2771323
This series of artist bios for kids is quite good. It uses the framework of a child's school report on the artist. The art reproductions give a great sense of the artist's work. This particular book on Frida Kahlo provides appropriate information for the target age. I have given several of these books to a 6 year  old and she really enjoys them.