readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
3.0
This book surprised me once it got to the problem and then the solution. I liked how multi-faceted this book is - you can use it in different ways.
rhodesee's review against another edition
5.0
This is wonderful. I love picture books that also provide non-fiction information that relates to the story. Kate Who Tamed the Wind is a well told, lovely story but it also illustrates an important scientific concept really well. Perfect for early elementary schoolers who are learning about ecosystems and as a way to introduce younger readers to the topic.
suzannekm's review against another edition
4.0
I liked the innovative long-term problem solving here.
jshettel's review against another edition
4.0
Eco engineering on display here as Kate helps the man on the windy hill solve his problem by planting some trees.
jessalynn_librarian's review against another edition
3.0
April 2018 - the repetition makes this a great read-aloud, and Ben was fascinated both with the wind and with the growing trees.
thewinnielife's review against another edition
Sweet book showcasing long term problem solving skills and the importance and benefits of trees.
seloakley's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
medium-paced
3.0
This had some fun tongue twisting language in it. It would be a fun way to learn about wind breaks or for Arbor Day.
sue_from_stack_those_books's review against another edition
4.0
Grab it!
This is a book about a house so high on a hill that when the wind blew it did damage. Kate decided to help by bringing trees to plant around the house so they would grow and block the wind.
This book would be good for an Earth Day lesson or the pictures give off a fall vibe. I love these warm, cozy books in fall.
This is definitely a book worth picking up.
This is a book about a house so high on a hill that when the wind blew it did damage. Kate decided to help by bringing trees to plant around the house so they would grow and block the wind.
This book would be good for an Earth Day lesson or the pictures give off a fall vibe. I love these warm, cozy books in fall.
This is definitely a book worth picking up.
calistareads's review against another edition
3.0
I like Kate, the super smart girl who understands the value of trees. She is fantastic. The art is whips around like wind in this book. It's very smartly done. The old man on the hill has this horrible beard. Trees block wind. It really does work.
The nephew liked this book too. It's a quick read and he gave it 3 stars too.
The nephew liked this book too. It's a quick read and he gave it 3 stars too.
libraryjen's review against another edition
4.0
This book has the feel of an add on, or cumulative story (The wind blew, the shutters banged, and the boards bent. [next page] The wind blew, the shutters banged, the boards bent, the table tipped, and the tea spilled. The tea spilled and the bread...)etc. The illustrations are perfect for the feel of the story. A great group read aloud, this one also reinforces friendship, giving, and the importance of trees without being didactic. 4 stars