And yet one more Christmas classic from Tomie de Paola. I have to admit the biggest reason I love this book is because it reminds me of a beautiful church we used to attend when I was growing up in the Philippines -- its name was "Posadas". It sat on top of a hill and the view was just beautiful. Coupled with warm Manila summers and soft breezes blowing (less pollution at the time)... going there for Mass on Sundays was not only refreshing for the soul, but for the tired body as well.
Onto the book itself... is it just me, or are the background colors in this book more vibrant? Perhaps Tomie de Paola chose those colors to reflect Mexican arts' usual panoply of hues. Very, very Catholic book. :)
Sunday, December 1, 2002
Monday, April 22, 2002
Beatrice's Goat
This is the story of a little girl in Uganda whose life is changed because of a gift made through Heifer Project International. Great book to read when you're thinking of what to do/give as a family to those suffering in poverty around the world. Also an appropriate read around Advent or Lent when we need to reflect on the abundance that is available to us here in the US, and see where we can take steps to maybe live simpler, live with less, and give more to our brothers and sisters who live in difficult conditions.
Wednesday, February 20, 2002
When the Whippoorwill Calls
What is a whippoorwill exactly? I must admit, that's one of the reasons I picked up this book. I am such a sucker for this type of art. (Not a bad thing, really.) Ooh, but what a discovery. Anyone who has *had* to move as opposed to simply wanting to move, and any child going through the stress of change, can be helped by this book. It's also a good book to read for older kids, prior to discussing the good and bad effects of government in our lives... (it's not government-bashing, but does make you think).
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