Sylvia Long's Big Book for Small Children

by Sylvia Long (Illustrator)

Overview

Sylvia Long has been creating bestselling children's books for more than 25 years. Her edition of Mother Goose rhymes is a modern classic, and Sylvia Long's Big Book for Small Children, her latest compendium, is destined to become another nursery staple. From beloved stories like "The Three Little Pigs" and important early childhood concepts (colors, counting, ABCs) to her own family's favorite recipes and lullabies, this warm, joyous, and comprehensive collection is the perfect start to every child's library.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780811834414
Publisher:	Chronicle Books LLC
Publication date:	05/01/2018
Series:	Family Treasure Nature Encylopedias Series
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	9.50(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	2 - 4 Years

About the Author

Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many bestselling books for children, including the highly acclaimed An Egg Is Quiet series, also published by Chronicle Books. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Editorial Reviews

…Sylvia Long's Big Book for Small Children offers a savvy variety of short bits, just the thing for a toddler who tends to want the same book every night. So much classic toddler fodder is packed in here: nursery rhymes, opposites, vehicles, an "I can" page showing achievements like saying goodbye and getting dressed, lullabies…Like so many books that pitch their material perfectly to toddlers, this one exudes comfort and love without being syrupy.

The New York Times Book Review - Maria Russo

"Endless fun for moms and dads to read with their little ones." —Mother-Daughter Book Club

"Endless fun for moms and dads to read with their little ones." —Mother-Daughter Book Club

"Packed with information that young learners will find invaluable as they prepare for school." —School Library Connection

"Packed with information that young learners will find invaluable as they prepare for school." —School Library Connection

"Caregivers will enjoy reading this to their young ones." -School Library Journal

"Caregivers will enjoy reading this to their young ones." -School Library Journal

"Exudes comfort and love." -The New York Times

"Exudes comfort and love." -The New York Times

From the Publisher

05/01/2018
PreS-K—This is a collection of folktales, nursery rhymes, songs, and simple concepts paired with ink-and-watercolor illustrations by the creator of Sylvia Long's Mother Goose. An artist note in the beginning expresses Long's intent to pass on rhymes and stories of her childhood, as well as to be mindful of stereotypes. In this, Long is successful as "The Three Pigs" are sisters in her retelling of this classic. Other subtle changes in nursery rhymes help balance gender inequities throughout. Two other folktales, "The Three Bears" and "The Little Red Hen" are also included. "The Little Red Hen" suffers in its retelling as Long's choice to use a rebus in such a long story for young children seems at odds with the rest of the content. The majority of the book focuses on simple nursery rhymes, songs, and concepts, such as the alphabet, counting, colors, shapes, transportation, opposites, and things "I can do." Three recipes are also included, such as porridge at the end of "The Three Bears," so adults can extend activities with children after reading. Rich and vivid artwork conveys an old-fashioned quality that perfectly suits the subject matter. It covers a lot of material, but Long intersperses a mixture of elements throughout to keep readers engaged. VERDICT A first purchase for most libraries; caregivers will enjoy reading this to their young ones.—Rachel Zuffa, Racine Public Library, WI

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