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Summer Song A Vibrant Celebration of Summer Sights, Sounds, and Tastes for Kids Ages 3-8 - An Exciting Summer Reading B...

by Kevin Henkes

Book Details

Publisher:Greenwillow Books
Published:2020
Pages:40
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:006286615X

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

"A vibrant and sophisticated ode to nature." --Kirkus (starred review) From Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of Winter Is Here, When Spring Comes, and In the Middle of Fall, this book about summer celebrates the sights, sounds, and smells of the season. Bees buzz, birds sing, and children roll in the grass and feel the heat of the summer sun. With striking verbal imagery, repetition, and allit

Our Review

This picture book offers a sensory-rich exploration of summer, capturing the season's quintessential experiences through vivid imagery and poetic language. Bees buzz, birds sing, and children feel the sun's warmth in a celebration that engages multiple senses. The text employs striking repetition and alliteration, making the reading experience both rhythmic and memorable for young listeners. It beautifully illustrates the transition into the season, focusing on the natural world's awakening.

Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes and painter Laura Dronzek have created another standout seasonal book that stands out for its sophisticated yet accessible portrayal of nature. The partnership yields a visually and verbally cohesive journey that will particularly resonate with children who enjoy observing the outdoors. This ode to summer serves as a wonderful conversation starter about seasonal changes and the beauty found in everyday moments. The combination of lyrical text and vibrant paintings makes for a truly immersive read-aloud experience about summer's magic.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction