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Ward, Helen
3 Reviews
(3)
K-3
After his cousin lures him to the city with tales of urban grandeur, the country mouse escapes a dangerous dog attack and learns to deeply appreciate the comforts of his own home. In her visually breathtaking retelling of Aesop's fable, Ward's watercolor illustrations use striking imagery to describe the lush countryside and bustling city (here New York City at Christmastime).
Reviewer: Nicki Richesin
(4)
K-3
In this large, handsome book, Ward offers expanded versions of a dozen fables, including a few less familiar ones. Her witty, sophisticated language makes for enjoyable reading, though some of the tales could benefit from extra editing. The strategically positioned text, with its varying typefaces, is as much a part of the eye-catching design as the beautiful ink and watercolor paintings.
Reviewer: Martha Sibert
(3)
K-3
This smooth adaptation of "The Nun's Priest's Tale" from The Canterbury Tales finds the haughty rooster Chanticleer nearly undone by his own vanity when he falls victim to a cunning fox. Chanticleer saves himself by sweet-talking Fox; both learn to "beware of false flattery." Large-scale illustrations feature varied perspectives and rare breeds of farm animals (catalogued at book's end). This is perfect for group sharing.
Reviewer: Carolyn Shute
3 reviews
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