'Dreamer From the Village: The Story of Marc Chagall' by Michelle Markel is a young reader's biography of the artist Marc Chagall. Young Mose Segal, (Marc Chagall) grew up in a small village in Russia developing his own artistic style based on the people, places, and images of his homeland. His dream-like images and his use of vibrant colors made him one of the most famous and influencial artists of the 20th century. This beautifully illustrated book gives the young reader a brief glimps of the brilliance of Marc Chagall.

Similar authors: Laurence Anholt; Mary Arrigan

Similar books: Leo Politi: Artist of the Angels by Ann Stalcup; The Magical Garden of Claude Monet by Laurence Anholt; Mario's Angels: A Story about the Artist Giotto by Mary Arrigan; Matisse the King of Color by Laurence Anholt; Camille and the Sunflowers: A Story about Vincent Van Gogh by Laurence Anholt

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/30/2010

ISBN-10: 0805063730

ISBN-13: 9780805063738

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Max the duck doesn't follow his flock. He stays behind for the winter because he thought he might like it. He didn't know the weather was so cold. Half frozen, he knocks at a stranger's door and is welcomed in. Max learns to do many things like use a remote for the TV, but eventually he becomes a big pest to the other animals. Surprisingly, when he leaves for the summer everyone misses him. Will he come back next winter?

Awards nominated: Monarch Award Nominee 2012

Reviewed by: rn

Date read: 4/28/2011

ISBN-10: 0061214388

ISBN-13: 9780061214387

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Is that picture on the cover a duck or a rabbit? Is it quacking or just sniffing? Join the debate inside the book as two characters observe the animal and try to prove their idea is correct. Which do you think it is? Leave a comment with your vote.

Awards nominated: Monarch Award Nominee 2012

Reviewed by: mec

Date read: 6/1/2011

ISBN-13: 9780811868655

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The Earth is getting warmer, and the change in climate is affecting life cycles and food chains around the world. You've heard about the polar bears' ice melting away. What about the problems for the puffins, bi-colored dart frogs, caribou, and even the Bengal tigers? Who can help? You can! Read this book and find out how.

Reviewed by: mec

Date read: 6/1/2011

ISBN-13: 9780805077193

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'The east-west house' by Christy Hale is a beautifully versed and delicately illustrated book describing the early life of the sculptor, designer, and landscape architect Isamu Noguchi. Read about little Isamu, born to a Japanese father and a Scotch-Irish American mother,trying to fit into both worlds. In an effort to unite his cultures, he creates a house that is a mingling of both worlds. As one of the twentieth century's most innovative artists, Noguchi uses elements of his childhood experiences in his work, seeking to combine 'ancient and modern, craft and technology, and East and West.' A perfect read for the blossoming artist.

Similar books: Frederic Remington: Artist of the American West; Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec by Jennifer Bryant; John James Audubon: Aritist of the Wild by Martha E. Kendall; Artist of the Angels by Ann Stalcup

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/3/2010

ISBN-10: 1600603637

ISBN-13: 9781600603631

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