The Sign in Mendel's Window

by Mildred Phillips, Margot Zemach (Illustrator)

When a stranger comes to Kosnov and accuses Mendel the butcher of stealing his money, the whole town joins in to show the police who is really guilty.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

28 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1985

Reviews

[Bernadette · Rating 3 out of 5]

The illustrations are lovely and show variation in facial features and clothing. The description of life in a small village sounds accurate. I loved the idea that the townspeople came together to save one of their own. This is a rare occurrence in our present-day cities and towns. Students could learn a lot by reading and discussing life in a small village and compare it to other cultures that they may be familiar with. Inquiry into the names of the characters, as well as their own names, may be an interesting class activity.

[Kathleen Heroux · Rating 4 out of 5]

The inhabitants of the little town of Kosnov wondered why the town butcher put a "for rent" sign in his window and who was Mr. Tinker?