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The Graphic Alphabet
Discover a creative view of the alphabet, in this Caldecott Honor-winning picture book. A graphical representation of the alphabet gives a new view of the letters, from the A that crumbles as an avalanche approaches to the D that glows with the light of the devil.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published September 1, 1996
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June 22, 2019
A beginning alphabet book with each letter somehow using a graphic representation of a word that starts with that letter. Like ’S’ had steps carved into the letter, or ’T’ was tripping over a dot. Some letters you can see more and some letters are more abstract like C in a circle.
The Caldecott Honor does love it’s Alphabet books. They have chosen many of them. It’s a good bet that if you do a creative Alphabet book you might be nominated for it.
The nephew thought this was kind of cool. It’s a wordless book and there is only one word per page, so he could mostly read this. He could figure out most of the words with the pictures. He thought this was an ok book. He gave it 3 stars. The niece didn’t want to read an alphabet book even if it was a Caldecott, so she didn’t read this.
The Caldecott Honor does love it’s Alphabet books. They have chosen many of them. It’s a good bet that if you do a creative Alphabet book you might be nominated for it.
The nephew thought this was kind of cool. It’s a wordless book and there is only one word per page, so he could mostly read this. He could figure out most of the words with the pictures. He thought this was an ok book. He gave it 3 stars. The niece didn’t want to read an alphabet book even if it was a Caldecott, so she didn’t read this.
August 5, 2012
I enjoyed the creativity shown in this book but I don’t like it as an alphabet book and it’s too slight for an art book. I really enjoyed the avalanche made out of A, the fire made out of F, noodles for N, and many others, but many letters are not even close to their proper appearance. C looks more like O, I doesn’t look like any letter really, and there are many other instances. So, this book is for children (or young adults or adults) who are competent readers and who can enjoy art, whimsy, creativity, especially those who are artists or are artistic minded. Some of the illustrations are 5 star worthy but I can’t say I loved or really liked this book, but I do like it. I’ll give it an extra ½ star for its uniqueness. 3 ½ stars
ETA: There are a couple that even some older children might find scary: Devil and Vampire.
ETA: There are a couple that even some older children might find scary: Devil and Vampire.
January 1, 2024
Although I do find David Pelletier's concept for his 1996 picture book The Graphic Alphabet imaginative enough, more than a few of the depicted graphic letter/object combinations do seem to feature a rather distinct tendency towards being potentially confounding and difficult (and not just for children either, as I definitely have had a few issues with some of the presented offerings, such as visualising the X in the picture of the x-rayed hand and how the almost black square with the cutout V shapes is supposed to somehow represent a vampire). Thus (at least in my humble opinion) The Graphic Alphabet is definitely NOT an alphabet book I would generally find all that much suitable or useful for children just learning their basic letters (since even a large part of the vocabulary expressions Pelletier has chosen are doubtlessly more understandable for older children already comfortable with the alphabet). And therefore, The Graphic Alphabet would likely work better with and for older children (as an imaginative and artistically stimulating alphabet and vocabulary review session), but still with the distinct and required caveat that there might certainly be potential visualisation issues and confusion encountered (and that parents, caregivers and teachers should thus be both willing and also able to explain how and why the given graphic illustrations in The Graphic Alphabet correspond to the vocabulary terms featured below each letter design).
But that all being said, The Graphic Alphabet is in many ways a brilliantly stunning visual experiment and experience and I certainly can both understand and appreciate why David Pelletier was awarded a 1997 Caldecott Honour designation (and yes, I do enjoy and appreciate The Graphic Alphabet, but there are simply too many potential issues for me regarding easily figuring out the correspondences between text and image to recommend The Graphic Alphabet without reservations).
But that all being said, The Graphic Alphabet is in many ways a brilliantly stunning visual experiment and experience and I certainly can both understand and appreciate why David Pelletier was awarded a 1997 Caldecott Honour designation (and yes, I do enjoy and appreciate The Graphic Alphabet, but there are simply too many potential issues for me regarding easily figuring out the correspondences between text and image to recommend The Graphic Alphabet without reservations).
October 9, 2008
Pelletier, David. 1996. The Graphic Alphabet, Orchard, New York. 28 pgs. Alphabet picture book, Caldecott Honor Book.
Description: This book contains graphic representations of the alphabet. The letters depict objects or ideas, which appear as a single word below the letter.
Review: The bold, simple graphics of this book are deceptive. At first glance, each page appears to contain a letter. On closer inspection, however, the letters form pictures, which in turn correspond to a single word appearing below each picture. A "P" is tipped forward, for instance, becoming the stem and bowl of a pipe from which delicate tendrils of smoke rise. The peaks of "M" are dusted with snow making them into mountains. In this way, the book cleverly and elegantly shows the relationships between letters, words and concepts.
Description: This book contains graphic representations of the alphabet. The letters depict objects or ideas, which appear as a single word below the letter.
Review: The bold, simple graphics of this book are deceptive. At first glance, each page appears to contain a letter. On closer inspection, however, the letters form pictures, which in turn correspond to a single word appearing below each picture. A "P" is tipped forward, for instance, becoming the stem and bowl of a pipe from which delicate tendrils of smoke rise. The peaks of "M" are dusted with snow making them into mountains. In this way, the book cleverly and elegantly shows the relationships between letters, words and concepts.
Before they learn how to read, young children are used to seeing letters as static things. Even if they recognize letters, they might not understand how they interact to form meaningful words. Adults could use this book to help explain such relations to children. On their own, young children may not be able to appreciate these visual puns, but with guidance, the pictures become an fun way to gain early literacy skills. The Graphic Alphabet might not be appropriate for kids that are not already familiar with the alphabet, but it would make a great read for pre-schoolers who are just beginning to grasp the concept of meaningful, written words.
Professional Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review (Aug. 15, 1996).
This review emphasizes the spare, clever graphics and describes the puns as "challenging." It also claims that this book is only for children who are "already accomplished at ABC basics." While I don't think the puzzles are challenging to anyone who reads, I think that the review is correct in emphasizing that prior knowledge of the alphabet is needed to understand this book.
Englefried, Steven (2006). "The Graphic Alphabet," School Library Journal, vol. 52, no. 1.
In his very brief review, Englefried describes the illustrations in this book as "sophisticated" and "imaginative." I would agree with this assessment. The author must have invested a lot of effort into some of the illustration concepts.
August 21, 2010
When viewed simply as art, this book is interesting and many of the illustrations are clever. The avalanching 'A,' juggling 'J,' and tripping 'T' are memorable. However, it's not very useful as an ABC book for little ones learning their alphabet. Several of the illustrations barely resemble the letters they are supposed to represent: B, G, and R I found particularly difficult to identify.
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January 23, 2013
An incredibly sophisticated take on the ABC book. At the best of times the illustration of letters did played with the letter shape such as in the case of "i" "d" and "x". But even with the weaker letters, a lot is going on that is made to look simple. Most of vocabulary could work for early readers (like "circle", "knot", "fire" and "noddles".) "Avalanche" and " Universe" might be a little more difficult. But if the vocabulary is there then I also don't think the visual puns are difficult for easy readers to understand. This would also be a cool choice when talking about advertising with older kids, even college students studying graphic design. "D" was my favorite in part because it reminded me of the "Devil Wears Prada" movie title.
While, I think there are weaker parts overall I think it was a great choice for the Caldecott. In dealing with the simplicity form and iconography, it is more timeless.
While, I think there are weaker parts overall I think it was a great choice for the Caldecott. In dealing with the simplicity form and iconography, it is more timeless.
November 7, 2016
I found a few of the letters to be quite clever...such as the I Iceberg and G Gear but overall this book is not really my style. My 5 year old liked it quite a bit.
Reread November 2016. I think I am more impressed on my second "reading". Most of the letters are pretty clever...a few were less impressive...such as d for devil because other than being red, it didn't seem that the letter represented the devil in any way. But the concept of having each letter in the shape of that letter but also helping to show the meaning of the word is an interesting and unique concept. Graphic design is still not a style that particularly appeals to me but I can appreciate this approach to the alphabet book.
Reread November 2016. I think I am more impressed on my second "reading". Most of the letters are pretty clever...a few were less impressive...such as d for devil because other than being red, it didn't seem that the letter represented the devil in any way. But the concept of having each letter in the shape of that letter but also helping to show the meaning of the word is an interesting and unique concept. Graphic design is still not a style that particularly appeals to me but I can appreciate this approach to the alphabet book.
January 10, 2009
Features large graphic representations of letters with a word beginning with the letter describing the action, example: A Avalanche (The top part of the A appears to be sliding down the side). Some of the letters are difficult to see (as in C Circles, where the letter C is a half circle on the edge, and two other circles (one partial and one nearly complete) are in the picture. Author description mentions that the author “decided that ‘the illustration of the letterform had to retain the natural shape of the letter as well as represent the meaning of the word.’”
October 6, 2017
I really like alphabet books, and this one is exceptional. I like that the artist - David Pelletier - set himself the challenge of retaining the letter’s shape while also portraying the meaning of a word beginning with that letter. This approach is effective throughout the book, but especially for avalanche, devil, noodles, and my favorite, x-ray. While simpler books might be best for toddlers and preschoolers, kids learning to read can enjoy reinforcing their letter knowledge by identifying each letter in its corresponding image.
March 20, 2017
Concept: 2 stars
Art: 4 stars
I love the idea of a graphic alphabet book and I bet Michael Hall could really rock that concept. In this case, however, I don't believe it works. Some of the letters are tilted/sideways/upside-down, making them difficult to recognize, and some of the graphics don't really resemble the intended letter (B, G, and R for example). Another issue is that some of the letters are uppercase while others are lowercase. While the illustrations are visually appealing and inventive, this book does not succeed in its primary purpose, which is to teach the alphabet.
Art: 4 stars
I love the idea of a graphic alphabet book and I bet Michael Hall could really rock that concept. In this case, however, I don't believe it works. Some of the letters are tilted/sideways/upside-down, making them difficult to recognize, and some of the graphics don't really resemble the intended letter (B, G, and R for example). Another issue is that some of the letters are uppercase while others are lowercase. While the illustrations are visually appealing and inventive, this book does not succeed in its primary purpose, which is to teach the alphabet.
June 6, 2012
Alphabet books seem to seek me out, and this one was no different. I had about 10 books on hold for me at the library and this one snuck into the pile without a request but I couldn't put it back and I am glad it found me.
Pelletier's alphabet creations are remarkable. Each letter is represented in shape, word, and depicted word. For example, the letter G stands for gear and there are two gears placed together to make a lowercase g. My favorite is the letter N.
Pelletier's alphabet creations are remarkable. Each letter is represented in shape, word, and depicted word. For example, the letter G stands for gear and there are two gears placed together to make a lowercase g. My favorite is the letter N.
February 8, 2017
Caldecott winning picture book. An A B C book but not really a children's book. And not really an adult's A B C book. It's not overly mature or scary. It's just kind of clever and high brow. It's kind of fun to see what you can do with the actual letter from a certain point of view. But it's not something you would learn your letters from. Or that would be especially fun to read.
January 8, 2009
I love this one where the letters change into action words,for example, This A becomes an avalanche. Some of the letters may be too obscure for beginning readers, but great for alphabet book collectors like me!
February 26, 2020
Caldecott Medal
Preschool-2nd grade
Every page in this book has a different letter of the alphabet. The illustrations are each based on a word that starts with that letter.
This is an alphabet book because it covers all the individual letters of the alphabet. The visual elements for each letter are taken from the word that’s used as an example, like how A’s word is “Avalanche” and the letter is drawn to look like a crumbling mountain. This book would be good for helping children learn the letters of the alphabet.
Preschool-2nd grade
Every page in this book has a different letter of the alphabet. The illustrations are each based on a word that starts with that letter.
This is an alphabet book because it covers all the individual letters of the alphabet. The visual elements for each letter are taken from the word that’s used as an example, like how A’s word is “Avalanche” and the letter is drawn to look like a crumbling mountain. This book would be good for helping children learn the letters of the alphabet.
June 2, 2019
Although the books serves its purpose well of telling the alphabet and other words/objects that coincide with said letters, I feel as though the art presented in this book was a bit underwhelming. I feel as though the majority of the art shown here were objects that even I could have drawn. Typically, the colors presented in a book assist the text by helping the reader visualize the tone, but as a book that is solely telling the alphabet, there was no use for a tone, I suppose. However, the pictures did help create a visual for young readers to tie the meaning behind the letter, the word, and the picture. For younger children, I believe the illustrator made it easy for kids to correlate a word and the letter together by making the picture describe the word while still being the in the shape of the letter.
When taking a look at its Caldecott Medal, I believe that the book should not have been a recipient. The images throughout the book were very simple in which they didn't add much detail. However, I could very well be wrong because in my mind this book is being compared to books that have an actual story; whereas, "The Graphic Alphabet" does not contain a story at all.
When taking a look at its Caldecott Medal, I believe that the book should not have been a recipient. The images throughout the book were very simple in which they didn't add much detail. However, I could very well be wrong because in my mind this book is being compared to books that have an actual story; whereas, "The Graphic Alphabet" does not contain a story at all.
September 18, 2012
Main Character: None
Setting: None
POV: None
Grade Level: K-3rd
Reading Level: Fountas-Pinnell - P
Genre: Picture Book
David Pelletier, the author of this picture book, is a graphic designer from New York City. He had a vision of presenting the alphabet through graphics that represented each letter in a unique way. This isn’t your typical “A is for apple” with a picture of the apple next to the letter. The letter maintains its form while showing the image that the word represents. In addition the images are brilliantly illustrated and are aesthetically pleasing. This take on the alphabet will have children examining the picture in awe as they seek out the letter taking shape within the image. This unique presentation is suitable for younger children that are still learning the alphabet, but it is also interesting enough to grab the attention of older kids.
I would use this text in my classroom for the obvious reason of going over the alphabet. In addition, the interest level of this book is up to grade 3. I feel that this book can also be used for artistic purposes. It is a good book to use to show students that they can take ideas and illustrate them in their own unique ways.
Setting: None
POV: None
Grade Level: K-3rd
Reading Level: Fountas-Pinnell - P
Genre: Picture Book
David Pelletier, the author of this picture book, is a graphic designer from New York City. He had a vision of presenting the alphabet through graphics that represented each letter in a unique way. This isn’t your typical “A is for apple” with a picture of the apple next to the letter. The letter maintains its form while showing the image that the word represents. In addition the images are brilliantly illustrated and are aesthetically pleasing. This take on the alphabet will have children examining the picture in awe as they seek out the letter taking shape within the image. This unique presentation is suitable for younger children that are still learning the alphabet, but it is also interesting enough to grab the attention of older kids.
I would use this text in my classroom for the obvious reason of going over the alphabet. In addition, the interest level of this book is up to grade 3. I feel that this book can also be used for artistic purposes. It is a good book to use to show students that they can take ideas and illustrate them in their own unique ways.
November 29, 2011
Genre: Alphabet Book/ Picture Book/ Caldecott Honor
This is an alphabet book where each letter is presented in a graphic form, or picture.
The illustrations are a unique take on presenting the alphabet to students. Each letter is presented on a black backdrop that makes the graphic depiction of the letter stand out. I found it difficult to discern some of the letters in the pictures presented. I had trouble understanding the G page (p. 8). The gears were not connected, and visually I struggled to see that this represented the letter G. I believe this is an excellent way to present the alphabet to students who may be more visually or artistically inclined. It is a different approach to teaching students letters. I would use this a supplementary teaching tool and not a primary one, I think the visual interpretations could be confusing to young readers learning the alphabet.
This would be a wonderful tool for a lesson on the alphabet for younger readers. It could also be used to assist in a lesson on creative thinking, or artistic interpretations for older students. I believe this book can be appreciated by all age levels for its artistic qualities.
This is an alphabet book where each letter is presented in a graphic form, or picture.
The illustrations are a unique take on presenting the alphabet to students. Each letter is presented on a black backdrop that makes the graphic depiction of the letter stand out. I found it difficult to discern some of the letters in the pictures presented. I had trouble understanding the G page (p. 8). The gears were not connected, and visually I struggled to see that this represented the letter G. I believe this is an excellent way to present the alphabet to students who may be more visually or artistically inclined. It is a different approach to teaching students letters. I would use this a supplementary teaching tool and not a primary one, I think the visual interpretations could be confusing to young readers learning the alphabet.
This would be a wonderful tool for a lesson on the alphabet for younger readers. It could also be used to assist in a lesson on creative thinking, or artistic interpretations for older students. I believe this book can be appreciated by all age levels for its artistic qualities.
November 6, 2012
1. Picture Book- Alphabet
2. This book contains graphic representations of the alphabet.
3. Critique:
a. This book is an amazing representation of letters in a seemingly simple, yet complex manner. The illustrations are interesting and captivating for young readers who are starting to make connections between letters and words.
b. The interesting and graphic illustrations seem like simple letters, but there is way more to it than that. Upon a closer look, the letters transform into amazing pictures. These illustrations are thoughtful in their meanings, and how they can represent words in a unique and fun way.
c. Each letter is embellished with something to transform it into something else. For example, the letter M is dusted with snow in the peaks of the letter, making it
4. For children that are already familiar with the alphabet, typically in a pre-school or early elementary setting, and can help them to associate letters with words. The students can also make their own alphabet book, drawing a word to represent each letter of the alphabet.
2. This book contains graphic representations of the alphabet.
3. Critique:
a. This book is an amazing representation of letters in a seemingly simple, yet complex manner. The illustrations are interesting and captivating for young readers who are starting to make connections between letters and words.
b. The interesting and graphic illustrations seem like simple letters, but there is way more to it than that. Upon a closer look, the letters transform into amazing pictures. These illustrations are thoughtful in their meanings, and how they can represent words in a unique and fun way.
c. Each letter is embellished with something to transform it into something else. For example, the letter M is dusted with snow in the peaks of the letter, making it
4. For children that are already familiar with the alphabet, typically in a pre-school or early elementary setting, and can help them to associate letters with words. The students can also make their own alphabet book, drawing a word to represent each letter of the alphabet.
December 11, 2012
Genre: Alphabet Picture Book
Summary:
This book portrays the alphabet with vivid graphic illustrations. The illustrations are all on a black background and the pages are smooth and shiny which adds another wonderful element to the story.
Critique:
(a) The book accurately depicts the alphabet and uses wonderful illustrations to present the information that will appeal to both young new readers and older readers who are sharing the book as well. The letters are imposed on other pictures and formed with objects in some of the pictures as well.
(b) The illustrations are without a doubt the best aspect of the book. All of the pictures are glossy as well which provides a wonderful aesthetic quality. The brightness of the illustrations is also a wonderful element.
(c) B is connected to the word bounce. A bright blue ball bounces and behind leaves an outline of the letter B, which is a vivid and wonderful element within the presentation of the alphabet.
Curriculum Connection:
This book would be a wonderful tool for presenting the alphabet to new readers.
Summary:
This book portrays the alphabet with vivid graphic illustrations. The illustrations are all on a black background and the pages are smooth and shiny which adds another wonderful element to the story.
Critique:
(a) The book accurately depicts the alphabet and uses wonderful illustrations to present the information that will appeal to both young new readers and older readers who are sharing the book as well. The letters are imposed on other pictures and formed with objects in some of the pictures as well.
(b) The illustrations are without a doubt the best aspect of the book. All of the pictures are glossy as well which provides a wonderful aesthetic quality. The brightness of the illustrations is also a wonderful element.
(c) B is connected to the word bounce. A bright blue ball bounces and behind leaves an outline of the letter B, which is a vivid and wonderful element within the presentation of the alphabet.
Curriculum Connection:
This book would be a wonderful tool for presenting the alphabet to new readers.
December 27, 2016
An entertaining, but fairly straightforward alphabet book highlighted by the graphic illustrations.
We loved the simplicity of the pictures and our girls marveled at the subtle way the letters were depicted. They loved the 'I' page, but were puzzled why 'knot' was selected for the letter K.
Overall, it's an entertaining and fast read. Nothing too spectacular, but interesting nonetheless.
This book was selected as one of the books for the October 2013 - Alphabet books discussion at the Picture-Book Club in the Children's Books Group here at Goodreads.
This book was also selected as one of the books for the November 2016- Caldecott Honor discussion at the Picture-Book Club in the Children's Books Group here at Goodreads.
We loved the simplicity of the pictures and our girls marveled at the subtle way the letters were depicted. They loved the 'I' page, but were puzzled why 'knot' was selected for the letter K.
Overall, it's an entertaining and fast read. Nothing too spectacular, but interesting nonetheless.
This book was selected as one of the books for the October 2013 - Alphabet books discussion at the Picture-Book Club in the Children's Books Group here at Goodreads.
This book was also selected as one of the books for the November 2016- Caldecott Honor discussion at the Picture-Book Club in the Children's Books Group here at Goodreads.
October 17, 2018
Summary: The graphic alphabet is a book that gives each letter in the alphabet with a following word to show the use of this letter. Also, it has vivid illustrations that represent the letter and the word.
Evaluation: Personally, I like this book because, it uses random words instead of the basic alphabet words. It takes the reader into a unique method in learning and reviewing the alphabet. The book is would also be a great example of text set to teach the comprehension strategy of visualizing.
Teaching Idea: I would not use this as the way to teach the alphabet just because some of the words can be complex like "gear" and "iceberg" but, I would use this to refer to the alphabet and help children with trying to make anagrams.
Evaluation: Personally, I like this book because, it uses random words instead of the basic alphabet words. It takes the reader into a unique method in learning and reviewing the alphabet. The book is would also be a great example of text set to teach the comprehension strategy of visualizing.
Teaching Idea: I would not use this as the way to teach the alphabet just because some of the words can be complex like "gear" and "iceberg" but, I would use this to refer to the alphabet and help children with trying to make anagrams.
August 30, 2017
• 1997 Caldecott Honor Book •
I like the concept of this book, but it doesn't work at all. I'm shocked this won a Caldecott. Some of the letters, especially the c, w and x, just look nothing like letters - they look only like images. I think the images are too complicated for children to see the alphabet, but the images are also too boring for anyone else. To be fair though, this book came out in 1996. Pretty much anything you made on the computer looked amazing, because you made it on the computer. I'd love to see an update of this!
Materials used: computer-generated images
Typeface used: 24-point New Caledonia
I like the concept of this book, but it doesn't work at all. I'm shocked this won a Caldecott. Some of the letters, especially the c, w and x, just look nothing like letters - they look only like images. I think the images are too complicated for children to see the alphabet, but the images are also too boring for anyone else. To be fair though, this book came out in 1996. Pretty much anything you made on the computer looked amazing, because you made it on the computer. I'd love to see an update of this!
Materials used: computer-generated images
Typeface used: 24-point New Caledonia
October 22, 2017
Genre: Informational Non-Fiction
Grade Range: 2-3
Review:
I loved this unique take on illustrating the alphabet! The only criticism I have is that it would probably too in depth and complex for younger children. However, for the older grades, I think it could lead to a fun activity for the students to create their own unique alphabet letters as a class.
Grade Range: 2-3
Review:
I loved this unique take on illustrating the alphabet! The only criticism I have is that it would probably too in depth and complex for younger children. However, for the older grades, I think it could lead to a fun activity for the students to create their own unique alphabet letters as a class.
June 24, 2019
**** Caldecott Honor (1997) ****
It took me a several moments to see the 'X' ...very clever.
It took me a several moments to see the 'X' ...very clever.
November 21, 2017
The graphic concept of this book is fascinating and intriguing. It would not serve as a teaching-the-alphabet kind of alphabet book, but as a concept, it will be enjoyed.
January 8, 2019
Very clever
November 6, 2017
The Graphic Alphabet book, written and illustrated by David Pelleteir, is a Caldecott Honor Book. The book is a graphic representation of the alphabet. Each letter portrays an object or idea and has the word underneath. For example; the letter M is illustrated with snow covering the peaks of the M and the word "Mountain" written underneath. The letter R is represented by a tear in the page with the word "rip" underneath it. The representation concept is very clever, however I feel that the graphics can be deceiving and is not suitable for a beginning learner. I would recommend that before a child reads this book that they have a basic understanding of the letters that make up the alphabet and how they are to actually appear. Each page does however show the relationship between the letter, words, and concept of beginning word letters and picture/word representation. I would highly recommend this book to more of a kindergarten age group with the teaching reading it aloud and showing the relationship between the picture, letter, and word.
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July 24, 2017This early concept book is about the alphabet. David Pelletier illustrates each letter of the alphabet in a way that is representative of the word corresponding to the letter. By having the letter K tied into a knot and the letter S illustrated as steps, children learn letters and the meaning of the word at the same time.
September 27, 2019
This book was fabulous, I thought of the Kindergarten class I'm observing while viewing this book. A great way to introduce or practice the alphabet with children! I especially enjoyed the "U" letter. It was displayed as a crescent moon at an angle where one could see it as a "U". It was not easy, though, because if you were to tilt it you could see another letter, like "n", for instance.
October 25, 2020
This is a simple alphabet book with one word and picture for each letter, but the letters are a study in design. I can see this book being a better choice for a graphic design student than a child learning the alphabet, though, since many of the letters are hard to see in their designs.
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