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Koralek, Jenny
4 Reviews
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Grizelda Holderness.
Koralek faithfully retells a condensed version of the Bible story of Esther and how the Purim holiday came to be. Suspense builds in all the right places until the wicked Haman is punished and the Jews are saved. Holderness's richly colored pastel illustrations decorated with Persian-inspired motifs enhance the well-told tale.
Reviewer: Amy Kellman
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Pauline Baynes.
This bland retelling of the Hebrew Bible story of Joseph emphasizes the brothers and the lessons they all learn about the price of jealousy and boasting. Pharaoh is only a bit player, and his wife does not appear at all. Baynes's illustrations have borders, patterns, and shapes that recall ancient Egyptian art.
Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Pauline Baynes.
Flat, angular figures illustrate this brief re-imagining of the Hebrew slaves' plight in ancient Egypt. The focus, however, is on the baby Moses, his mother's sadness then joy, and his sister's confidence in his safety. Perspective and a sense of movement increase as the story progresses.
Reviewer: Christina Dorr
(3)
PS
Illustrated by
Mandy Sutcliffe.
When Amy and her family want to visit Nanna and Grandpa, they travel in the evening, with Amy and her baby brother already dressed in their pajamas. In both the glowing nighttime scenes that Amy views outside the car window and the images of the happy family gathering, the serene, cozily lit artwork complements the gentle tone of the text.
Reviewer: Anne St. John
4 reviews
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