Saturday, January 7, 2012

Knudson, Shannon. Eggs, Legs, Wings: A Butterfly Life Cycle


Knudson, Shannon   Eggs, Legs, Wings: A Butterfly Life Cycle   
Capstone Publishers 2011   24p     16.99  978-1-4296-5367-1           
elem                First Graphics (Capstone)    E-BNe

The life cycle of the monarch butterfly is described in
graphic novel format. Shannon Knudson has retold the life story of the
monarch butterfly in graphic style. Her choice of wording is apropos to the
story as well as the age group. Readers will enjoy the intermingling of words
and graphics as they progress through the book.  
    The illustrator, Simon Smith, has created bold dynamic watercolors to
accompany the text. The bold palette of colors effectively relate the context of
the wordings in the story and present the reader with a very clear experience.
    This is a great book for young readers and non-readers. Its bold expressive 
watercolors will enticed the active minds of young children.
    The format and layout of the book is beautifully placed for the most
effective enjoyment of the readers. The additional materials at the back of the
book is a plus for teachers and parents.    This book is one in the  _Nature
Cycles series.  The series consists of __4_ books at this time. The general
theme of the series is __Natures cycles ____.          McNeil, Linda


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