| Fold Me a Poem Contributor(s): George, Kristine O'Connell (Author), Stringer, Lauren (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0152025014 ISBN-13: 9780152025014 Publisher: Clarion Books OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2005 Annotation: A young boy creates a world filled with origami creatures of all shapes and sizes in this collection of 32 spirited poems that are combined with luminous illustrations. Includes an Illustrator's Note and a listing of origami-related Web sites and books. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Poetry - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Games & Activities - General |
| Dewey: 811.54 |
| LCCN: 2003019382 |
| Lexile Measure: 470 |
| Physical Information: 0.38" H x 10.06" W x 10.2" (1.04 lbs) 56 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 85578 Reading Level: 2.1 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Join a young boy as he creates a world filled with origami creatures of all shapes and sizes out of an array of brightly colored paper. From roosters waking up and buffalo pawing the tablecloth to cheetahs racing lions and moths that yearn for butterfly colors, here is a glimpse into the vibrant imagination of a child. Award-winning author Kristine O'Connell George's thirty-two spirited poems combine seamlessly with celebrated artist Lauren Stringer's luminous illustrations to create a poetry collection that is truly like no other. Features an illustrator's note and an extensive listing of origami-related books and websites. |
Contributor Bio(s): Stringer, Lauren: - LAUREN STRINGER is the award-winning author and illustrator of Winter is the Warmest Season and the illustrator of many other picture books. She lives with her family in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Visit her at www.laurenstringer.comGeorge, Kristine O.: - Kristine O'Connell George is an acclaimed poet who conducts poetry workshops for children and teachers. She is the author of several books of poetry for young people, including Toasting Marshmallows: Camping Poems and The Great Frog Race, winner of the Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award. She lives with her family in Southern California. Visit her online at kristinegeorge.com and on Twitter at @Kristine_George. |