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B Is for Bear : A Natural Alphabet by Hannah Viano (2015, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSasquatch Books
ISBN-101632170396
ISBN-139781632170392
eBay Product ID (ePID)208670109
Product Key Features
Book TitleB Is for Bear : a Natural Alphabet
Number of Pages32 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicScience & Nature / General (See Also Headings under Animals or Technology), People & Places / United States / General, concepts / Alphabet
Publication Year2015
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorHannah Viano
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight8.4 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-011868
ReviewsViano interprets the letters with dramatic paper cuttings in a sophisticated, artistic style. Each page is bordered in black with stylized images that resemble poster art of the early 1900s, but they are crafted with a contemporary graphic style with striking results. The words chosen for the letters all relate to nature, as the subtitle suggests. Most of them will be familiar to young readers such as "dandelion," "fawn," "grass," "lightning bug," and "violet." Pleasingly, K is for "kids," underscoring the importance of the outdoors to child development. Viano's liberal approach makes the typically difficult letters relatively easy: there is "Queen Anne's lace," "underground," and "lynx" (for X). The top of each page cites a capital and lowercase letter, with the key word opposite and descriptive sentences running across the bottom that often offer tantalizing facts. "This NEST belongs to paper wasps and is made from a mixture of chewed-up wood and spit." The images are similar to Nikki McClure's, made by cutting black paper and then coloring the resulting negative space digitally. The swirling school of herring is simply astounding. While adults are more likely to appreciate the artwork than children, the elegance of the images will leave an imprint with even very young listeners. Rate this book with an A and an O for awesome and outstanding. --Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW Viano's S Is for Salmon (2014) focused on the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest. Now she celebrates a more expansive landscape, captured in crisp images cut from black paper and colored digitally. Tidy black rectangles frame each illustration, accompanied by brief captions with intriguing details; on the page for H a spiral of tiny herring, set against a subdued blue backdrop, "keep safe by swimming together." Elsewhere readers can learn the scientific name for lightning bugs ( Lampyridae ), that ants like to hang out in the petals of Queen Anne's lace, and that wild violets can be found sprouting under dead leaves in the spring. An emphatic love of nature courses through the book, starting with its dedication, "to all of those who let children run a little wild, climbing trees and splashing in puddles." --Publishers Weekly The illustrations in B is for Bear are perfectly stunning...B is for Bear, and for book, beautiful and breathtaking! --Good Reads with Ronna B Is for Bear: A Natural Alphabet is a brand new book of paper-cut illustrations that includes animals and natural features from farther afield. Of all of the outdoor creatures she mentions in this book, from jackrabbits to yellow-bellied sapsuckers, I confess my favorite entry is for the letter K. Her short simple text reads, "What is another creature that belongs outdoors? KIDS!" and her illustration shows a tree with children climbing the branches. --The Bookmonger, Kitsap Sun Parents and teachers, make room on your bookshelves for two new titles. B is for Bear: A Natural Alphabet is Hannah Viano's follow-up to S is for Salmon . The book is more general than her first effort, but it is a lovely addition to any primary collection. It features clean lines, striking paper-cut art, and informative text featuring flora and fauna. --Hakai magazine, Viano interprets the letters with dramatic paper cuttings in a sophisticated, artistic style. Each page is bordered in black with stylized images that resemble poster art of the early 1900s, but they are crafted with a contemporary graphic style with striking results. The words chosen for the letters all relate to nature, as the subtitle suggests. Most of them will be familiar to young readers such as "dandelion," "fawn," "grass," "lightning bug," and "violet." Pleasingly, K is for "kids," underscoring the importance of the outdoors to child development. Viano's liberal approach makes the typically difficult letters relatively easy: there is "Queen Anne's lace," "underground," and "lynx" (for X). The top of each page cites a capital and lowercase letter, with the key word opposite and descriptive sentences running across the bottom that often offer tantalizing facts. "This NEST belongs to paper wasps and is made from a mixture of chewed-up wood and spit." The images are similar to Nikki McClure's, made by cutting black paper and then coloring the resulting negative space digitally. The swirling school of herring is simply astounding. While adults are more likely to appreciate the artwork than children, the elegance of the images will leave an imprint with even very young listeners. Rate this book with an A and an O for awesome and outstanding. --Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW Viano's S Is for Salmon (2014) focused on the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest. Now she celebrates a more expansive landscape, captured in crisp images cut from black paper and colored digitally. Tidy black rectangles frame each illustration, accompanied by brief captions with intriguing details; on the page for H a spiral of tiny herring, set against a subdued blue backdrop, "keep safe by swimming together." Elsewhere readers can learn the scientific name for lightning bugs ( Lampyridae ), that ants like to hang out in the petals of Queen Anne's lace, and that wild violets can be found sprouting under dead leaves in the spring. An emphatic love of nature courses through the book, starting with its dedication, "to all of those who let children run a little wild, climbing trees and splashing in puddles. --Publishers Weekly The illustrations in B is for Bear are perfectly stunning...B is for Bear, and for book, beautiful and breathtaking! --Good Reads with Ronna B Is for Bear: A Natural Alphabet is a brand new book of paper-cut illustrations that includes animals and natural features from farther afield. Of all of the outdoor creatures she mentions in this book, from jackrabbits to yellow-bellied sapsuckers, I confess my favorite entry is for the letter K. Her short simple text reads, "What is another creature that belongs outdoors? KIDS!" and her illustration shows a tree with children climbing the branches. --The Bookmonger, Kitsap Sun Parents and teachers, make room on your bookshelves for two new titles. B is for Bear: A Natural Alphabet is Hannah Viano's follow-up to S is for Salmon . The book is more general than her first effort, but it is a lovely addition to any primary collection. It features clean lines, striking paper-cut art, and informative text featuring flora and fauna. --Hakai magazine E is for Excellent! Finally an alphabet book for nature lovers and dedicated "to all of those who let children run a little wild. --Midwest Book Review Simply beautiful. --New York Botanical Garden , Viano interprets the letters with dramatic paper cuttings in a sophisticated, artistic style. Each page is bordered in black with stylized images that resemble poster art of the early 1900s, but they are crafted with a contemporary graphic style with striking results. The words chosen for the letters all relate to nature, as the subtitle suggests. Most of them will be familiar to young readers such as "dandelion," "fawn," "grass," "lightning bug," and "violet." Pleasingly, K is for "kids," underscoring the importance of the outdoors to child development. Viano's liberal approach makes the typically difficult letters relatively easy: there is "Queen Anne's lace," "underground," and "lynx" (for X). The top of each page cites a capital and lowercase letter, with the key word opposite and descriptive sentences running across the bottom that often offer tantalizing facts. "This NEST belongs to paper wasps and is made from a mixture of chewed-up wood and spit." The images are similar to Nikki McClure's, made by cutting black paper and then coloring the resulting negative space digitally. The swirling school of herring is simply astounding. While adults are more likely to appreciate the artwork than children, the elegance of the images will leave an imprint with even very young listeners. Rate this book with an A and an O for awesome and outstanding. --Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
Dewey Edition23
Grade ToKindergarten
Dewey Decimal508
SynopsisA followup to her bestselling ABC book S is for Salmon, celebrated paper artist Hannah Viano has created another beautiful alphabet book that will appeal to children as well as adults. A is for Acorn; B is for Bear; C is for Cloud. B is for Bear features the flora, fauna, and landscape elements in this book are found throughout North America, so readers around the country will connect with Viano's gorgeous art and text that are both scientific and poetic. Fans of Nikki McClure and Kate Endle will appreciate the beautiful handmade appeal of this book.
LC Classification NumberQH48.V53 2015
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- Aug 22, 2020
B is for Bear is great for thinking... what will I see to represent each letter of the alphabet.
Illustrations are perfect for easy identification of THE letter.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 21, 2020
100 percent wpuld buy again
beautiful art workVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 23, 2021
Perfect Shower Gift
perfect for a “mama bear and cub” showerVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
