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Title: Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch ISBN: 0-8037-1040-2 Publisher: Scott Foresman (Pearson K-12) Pub. Date: September, 1991 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $16.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 (10 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: An absolute treasure!!
Comment: I use this book in the classroom for kids grades 4-6. It was difficult to find a book about role models for the class that wasn't:t A) Being really obvious about the topic. B) Eurocentric.C) Intimating that being a role model is only for those whe are older than you. This book is a wonderful example of how a little girl can be a role model to not only her classmates, but to her mother and grandmother by using her imagination and sticking to her beliefs. It also illistrates how people can be role models to their own role models. The kids in all of my classes totally get it and are in turn able to relate the story to their own lives. I would also recommend the sequel Boundless Grace, a wonderful story that shows there are all types of families and even though everyone can't always be together, you can keep your family together in your heart.
Rating: 4
Summary: Amazing Grace
Comment: Synopsis: Grace is a little girl who loves stories of all kinds, but especially adventure stories and fairy tales. Grace enjoys acting out the most exciting part in each story, no matter if that part is Hiawatha or Anansi the Spider. When she can, she makes her friends and family a part of her story-plays, but Grace can act out all the parts in a story on her own too. When Graceâs class is scheduled to perform Peter Pan, Grace knows immediately that she wants to fly in the part of Peter Pan. Her hopes are soon dampened, however, by classmates who tell her sheâs not ârightâ for the role of Peter Pan. With encouragement from her Ma, and help from her Nana who takes Grace to see a ballerina from Trinidad, Grace realizes that she can be anything she wants to be. The result is a very amazing Peter Pan.
Evaluation: Amazing Grace is a lovely picture book story that stars a feisty heroine. The watercolor illustrations of Caroline Binch are as vibrant and real as Grace herself, and they reinforce the plot by depicting aspects of Graceâs life with Ma and Nana, and how Grace enthusiastically acts out the characters she loves. The illustrations are particularly effective in communicating the movement and color that characterize the world of Graceâs imagination. Young readers will relate well to both Grace and to her story. Grace is the kind of person that many of us â"kids and adults alike-- long to be: a fun, take-charge kind of girl who sees life as an exciting adventure. Graceâs story, though simple enough to be told in a picture book, incorporates some traditional plot elements, including a problem for the heroine to overcome and a resolution to that problem. Amazing Grace would be a good addition to Kindergarten through 2nd grade reading curriculum for several reasons. It brings multi-culturalism into the classroom through its dynamic main character. It tells a positive message story about a girl who follows her dreams, without being preachy. And, it includes eye-catching illustrations that bring the heroine and her story to life.
Rating: 5
Summary: Inspiring Tale with Superb Illustrations
Comment: This inspiring tale celebrates the innocence of youth, presents lessons of equality, and encourages children to pursue their dreams. Illustrator Caroline Binch provides stunning watercolor drawings that compliment the text. Recommended for children ages 4-8, this book will be enjoyed by children and adults.
As the mom of a very creative child, I appreciate the realism offered via every illustration. The watercolor drawings by illustrator Caroline Binch captivate the reader, child or adult. The detail is remarkable, adding immense compliment to the story. I appreciate the realistic expressions on each character. After the initial read, I gazed back at each illustration. In addition to facial detail, the props within the pictures are realistic. It is no surprise that this book is a Reading Rainbow Book.
On the page in which Grace is acting Anansi the Spider, we see her on a schoolyard type of bar. She is looking forward, her eyes exhibit a serious glare, her feet dangle with confidence, and her arms are postured in a stern manner. This child has a mismatched outfit, her right tennis shoe is untied, and she is using pantyhose for the webs. This illustration supports the text, "...and wove a wicked web as Anansi the Spider." But more importantly this - and other - illustrations show true childlike creativity unfolding. This is a mere example of the multiple high quality drawings.
After initial read of Amazing Grace, My daughter told me that she thought it was really sad that the classmates questioned Graces ability to be Peter Pan. This led to open discussion with regard to gender and race prejudice. Thankfully my daughter doesn't exhibit prejudice thoughts, but this story allowed her to realize that some children are subjected to prejudicial judgment of others.
When I asked My daughter what she liked about this book, she told me that she likes Grace. She expanded on this by telling me that Grace has a lot of fun, has a Mom and Grandma that love her, and that Grace does what she wants to do. In addition she told me, "The pictures are beautiful Mom!"
There are multiple messages in this story. Overall my reasoning for adoring Amazing Grace is that the tale is good and the illustrations are superb. But the true measure of success is based on the reaction that my child has. It is books like this that lend toward my 7-year-old maintaining adoration for the written word.
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Title: Boundless Grace: Sequel to Amazing Grace (Picture Puffins) by Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch, J. Bonnell ISBN: 0140556672 Publisher: Puffin Pub. Date: 18 December, 2000 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: Oliver Button Is a Sissy by Tomie dePaola ISBN: 0156681404 Publisher: Voyager Books Pub. Date: 30 May, 1979 List Price(USD): $6.00 |
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Title: Fireflies by Julie Brinckloe ISBN: 0689710550 Publisher: Scott Foresman (Pearson K-12) Pub. Date: 31 May, 1986 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: Starring Grace (Puffin Chapters) by Mary Hoffman, Caroline Binch ISBN: 0142300225 Publisher: Puffin Pub. Date: December, 2001 List Price(USD): $4.99 |
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Title: Fly Away Home by Ronald Himler, Eve Bunting ISBN: 0395664152 Publisher: Clarion Books Pub. Date: 22 March, 1993 List Price(USD): $5.95 |
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