Goblin Secrets, by William Alexander - exciting, i.Nonfiction Book Apps for a range of readers (ages.The Guardians of Childhood - beautiful, magical pi.Review ©2012 Mary Ann Scheuer, Great Kid Books If you make a purchase using the Amazon links on this site, a small portion goes to Great Kid Books (at no cost to you!).
The review copy was kindly sent by the publishers Simon & Schuster. Early reports indicate that the novels appeal to 4th through 6th graders who love detailed fantasies. I am fascinated by the way Joyce has created a complete story-world, using picture books, novels and movies to tell different stories within the same series. I am looking forward to seeing how my students enjoy the novels based on this series. I am sure that gives young viewers satisfaction, but it left me wanting a bit more. But the chase scenes dominated the storytelling, as so often happens in animated movies. The animation was wonderful, and the humor invested in each of the characters gave them depth and staying power. My children and I enjoyed the movie The Rise of the Guardians. But it is the heart and message that brings children back to these again and again. Again, Joyce's illustrations heighten the dramatic battles and the magical feel to the stories. Children have responded to his mighty battle with Pitch and to his promise to keep us safe. This adorable little fellow sends us all to sleep, protecting us from nightmares and fear. The story of the Man in the Moon is continued with Joyce's newest picture book: The Sandman. The Guardians of Childhood Book Trailer from Moonbot Studios on Vimeo.
I share this story each year with 2nd graders as they study a "good guy vs. The book trailer below does a nice job of introducing the picture book in a dramatic way. This story resonated with the children on a deeper level - a sense that the moon is always there as their nightlight, reassuring them when nightmares might visit. There was a sense of awe and quiet as we ended the story with the Man in the Moon vowing to protect the children of Earth. But what really struck my students was the message behind the story. William Joyce captures young readers' attention with bold, dramatic illustrations, alternating between saturated colors and stark grey tones.
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