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readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful collection of poetry, organized around the seasons.
The illustrations are perfect for young readers, the bright colors and child-like pictures are sure to draw in young eyes!
Highly recommended K-3.
The illustrations are perfect for young readers, the bright colors and child-like pictures are sure to draw in young eyes!
Highly recommended K-3.
scostner's review
4.0
This collection of poetry from the author of books such as William's Doll and Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present takes readers on a journey through the seasons. The illustrations by Tiphanie Beeke are a wonderful accompaniment to each poem, bringing an added dimension to words that paint a picture all on their own. Whether she is describing the spring wind "brushing the world with feathery wings," or how "the light long summer is grown old," Zolotow captures the feel of each season. Her words capture the glittery look of the lights on a bridge at night, or daydreams sparked by the view out a classroom window. The sibilant sound of falling snow comes through in the words of "The First Snow." Other poems are bursting with all the colors she includes. Each one is like a slice of the year, preserved and served up to us.
Whether you are looking for a book to accompany a study of the changing seasons, an introduction to poetry, or a model text for descriptive writing - this book is it. Even more important is how enjoyable it would be to read together, one on one, or in a group. Readers will feel the cold of winter, smell the violets of spring, soak in the blue summer sky, or jump at the feel of a dog's wet nose against their palm. It is a delight to all the senses.
I read an advance copy provided by the publisher in exchange for my honest feedback.
Whether you are looking for a book to accompany a study of the changing seasons, an introduction to poetry, or a model text for descriptive writing - this book is it. Even more important is how enjoyable it would be to read together, one on one, or in a group. Readers will feel the cold of winter, smell the violets of spring, soak in the blue summer sky, or jump at the feel of a dog's wet nose against their palm. It is a delight to all the senses.
I read an advance copy provided by the publisher in exchange for my honest feedback.
serenaac's review
4.0
http://savvyverseandwit.com/2015/06/changes-a-childs-first-poetry-collection-by-charlotte-zolotow-illustrated-by-tiphanie-beeke.html
maidmarianlib's review
4.0
Lovely poems organized by the seasons. Diverse representations in the illustrations
tashrow's review
4.0
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with this collection of poetry from master children’s poet, Charlotte Zolotow. The 28 poems move from the joy of the change from one season to the next and then start with a focus on spring. The poems speak of the joy of spring breezes, snow melting, rainfall, violets, and green grass. Summer poems shine with sun, seaside sand, lights at night, and the buzz of insects. Autumn comes next with the joy of fallen leaves, classrooms, firelight, and Halloween. The book finishes with winter and its snow and ice that dazzle in their own way.
The poems here create a whole, a deep look not only at the seasons but also in the power of connecting with nature throughout the year. Zolotow’s mastery shows in each one, her ability to look closely at a small thing, find the immense beauty in it, speak to that and then create a universal experience in words on the page. Everyone will respond to these poems, as they capture those moments in time where we can all connect with nature and with one another.
The illustrations frame each poem, and capture the natural hues of each season. Spring is filled with the brightness of the flowers and grass. Summer is yellow and bright with the sun. Autumn turns golden and orange while winter is blues and whites. There are just enough details to invite readers into the poems and allow the words to really be the focus of the book.
A gorgeous addition to children’s poetry collections, this is one to get into teacher’s hands so they can start using it immediately. Appropriate for ages 4-7.
The poems here create a whole, a deep look not only at the seasons but also in the power of connecting with nature throughout the year. Zolotow’s mastery shows in each one, her ability to look closely at a small thing, find the immense beauty in it, speak to that and then create a universal experience in words on the page. Everyone will respond to these poems, as they capture those moments in time where we can all connect with nature and with one another.
The illustrations frame each poem, and capture the natural hues of each season. Spring is filled with the brightness of the flowers and grass. Summer is yellow and bright with the sun. Autumn turns golden and orange while winter is blues and whites. There are just enough details to invite readers into the poems and allow the words to really be the focus of the book.
A gorgeous addition to children’s poetry collections, this is one to get into teacher’s hands so they can start using it immediately. Appropriate for ages 4-7.
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