sorman0110's review against another edition
4.0
Great story from a little girl's perspective about the window in her grandparent's house. The author's writing comes across as if you are really listening to the little girl tell her story. The illustrations are well-done too, it is a Caldecott winner. C.2005, genre-picture book
mallorykjorgensen's review against another edition
3.0
Awards Won: Caldecott Medal (2006), Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Nominee for Picture Book - Honor Book (2005), Charlotte Zolotow Award Nominee for Highly Commended Title (2006), An ALA Notable Children's Book for Younger Readers (2006), New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books (2005)
glovb's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.25
This Caldecott medal winner, rich in impressionistic artwork, captures the story of a little girl and a window that was a special part of her Nanna and Poppy's house. The window is woven throughout the story of the girl's visit to her grandparents: the place where she waves hello and goodbye, the place where they watch the night sky together, the place where she can sit and imagine things, etc. A story of relationships, imagination, and sentimental values, this would be a good read-aloud and opportunity for students to share about people, places, or memories that are special to them.
Age appropriateness: 3-8 yrs
Age appropriateness: 3-8 yrs
a_manning11's review against another edition
5.0
What a wonderful story. I wish all children had such wonderful grandparents they get to spend a lot of time with.
The illustrations remind me of the artwork you can see walking down a school corridor. Those paintings are usually far beyond what one would think kids can do (or I could do myself) and they are beautiful and inspiring. Chris Raschka captures that artfulness and creativity.
This book would make a wonderful present, and a book for children and their grandparents to share.
Caldecott Medal Winner 2006.
The illustrations remind me of the artwork you can see walking down a school corridor. Those paintings are usually far beyond what one would think kids can do (or I could do myself) and they are beautiful and inspiring. Chris Raschka captures that artfulness and creativity.
This book would make a wonderful present, and a book for children and their grandparents to share.
Caldecott Medal Winner 2006.
mrsbond's review against another edition
3.0
Sweet story about a child who spends his days at Nanna and Poppy's house while Mom and Dad work. There is a lot activity and even more love in that house.
rhiannoncs's review against another edition
3.0
Cute story, about a kid who goes to her grandparents' house, where the kitchen window is a little magical. The art isn't to my personal taste, but I'm sure it makes for a good storytime book (bright colors, it really looks better from farther away).
froydis's review against another edition
5.0
VERY sweet story! I love the illustrations - its a Caldecott winner and I can see why! The illustrations are in the more modern, "messy" style, but I love the life and action it gives to the story. Juster's words are wonderful, and paint the picture of this world from the little girl's point of view. A lovely, sweet story that kids will enjoy, and parents can too!
ericadeb's review against another edition
3.0
I would have given this four stars because I love how it hits the nail on the head of how it feels to be a kid at your grandparents' house, but the art is just not to my taste. I probably wouldn't have picked it up if it hadn't been on my reading list, which is a shame because I would have missed out.