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5.0 out of 5 stars
Refreshing Approach to Teaching Colors
27 Oct 2011
By Rhianna Walker
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Library Binding
When it comes to teaching small children the basics such as numbers, shapes, and colors there aren't a lot of books out there that bring anything new to the table. On title alone, RUBY, VIOLET, LIME, is stimulating. As a writer and art lover I was very excited to get an early look at what this book had to offer my toddler. Neither of us was disappointed.
Brilliant, full-color photography graces this book with a subtle elegance that might be lost on young readers but parents can appreciate. Covering a broad spectrum of hues as the title suggests this isn't a dull color wheel spewed onto the page. No, this book shows colors in practical situations. The shades on socks, cakes, fruits, doors. As a parent to an extremely verbal and curious 2-year-old RUBY, VIOLET, LIME satisfied her need for words and associated examples and my need for a book we would both enjoy multiple times.
While currently only available in ebook and library bound formats I feel that this is well worth the price. I'm going to be refering the title to the elementary school my children attend for their library and look forward to trying out Brocket's SPIKY, SLIMY, SMOOTH: WHAT IS TEXTURE? very soon!
Notes: Received digital review copy via NetGalley.
Brilliant, full-color photography graces this book with a subtle elegance that might be lost on young readers but parents can appreciate. Covering a broad spectrum of hues as the title suggests this isn't a dull color wheel spewed onto the page. No, this book shows colors in practical situations. The shades on socks, cakes, fruits, doors. As a parent to an extremely verbal and curious 2-year-old RUBY, VIOLET, LIME satisfied her need for words and associated examples and my need for a book we would both enjoy multiple times.
While currently only available in ebook and library bound formats I feel that this is well worth the price. I'm going to be refering the title to the elementary school my children attend for their library and look forward to trying out Brocket's SPIKY, SLIMY, SMOOTH: WHAT IS TEXTURE? very soon!
Notes: Received digital review copy via NetGalley.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful images combined with superb text make this a book kiddos will look forward to reading and learning from.
24 Nov 2011
By Danielle M. Smith
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Library Binding
Colors everywhere. From cupcakes to shoes to flowers to railings and even fudge, each one is a different color. Pastels and metallics and dark shades can be seen in everything around us in every place we look. The world is full of color and sometimes it may be a bit hard to pick only one favorite, but perhaps you don't have to.
Much like a look-and-find style book, Jane Brocket's picture book about colors Ruby, Violet, Lime is one that will intrigue young readers while keeping them engaged and learning. Personally, I'm not normally a reader who enjoys only pictures in a picture book or basic-concepts book, but Ruby, Violet, Lime is an exception. Where other books make the pictures seem random and ill chosen Jane Brocket's book is the the opposite with the pictures having obviously been specifically chosen for each page. Not only have they been carefully collected, but each picture is beautiful and coordinates easily with the text making it enjoyable for everyone reading it.
For Littlebug and myself a weekly or daily read-thru of Ruby, Violet, Lime makes that day that much more interesting. As we head outdoors her eyes begin to search for new colors: golds, plums, aquas and grays. As the narrative begins by teaching about primary colors young readers build a base from which they can add to and grow from. This is certainly a non-fiction children's book that will have young learners yearning for more opportunities to search out new colors, but also one that parents and librarians/teachers will wholeheartedly approve of. I'd highly recommend it for every home where little kiddos reside!
My original review was posted at There's A Book.
Much like a look-and-find style book, Jane Brocket's picture book about colors Ruby, Violet, Lime is one that will intrigue young readers while keeping them engaged and learning. Personally, I'm not normally a reader who enjoys only pictures in a picture book or basic-concepts book, but Ruby, Violet, Lime is an exception. Where other books make the pictures seem random and ill chosen Jane Brocket's book is the the opposite with the pictures having obviously been specifically chosen for each page. Not only have they been carefully collected, but each picture is beautiful and coordinates easily with the text making it enjoyable for everyone reading it.
For Littlebug and myself a weekly or daily read-thru of Ruby, Violet, Lime makes that day that much more interesting. As we head outdoors her eyes begin to search for new colors: golds, plums, aquas and grays. As the narrative begins by teaching about primary colors young readers build a base from which they can add to and grow from. This is certainly a non-fiction children's book that will have young learners yearning for more opportunities to search out new colors, but also one that parents and librarians/teachers will wholeheartedly approve of. I'd highly recommend it for every home where little kiddos reside!
My original review was posted at There's A Book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is an excellent book to teach young children about basic color concepts ...
13 Sep 2011
By D. Fowler
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Library Binding
There are multicolored scarves hanging on hangers, colorful graffiti on a brick wall, bright water color paints, and equally bright skeins of yarn nestled side-by-side. It's very obvious that "We live in a world full of color." A bowl full of strawberries, some bright lemons, and a blue shack show us our primary colors, red, yellow and blue. These are primary colors that "can't be made by mixing different colors together." There are many different shades of red all around us. You can see it in jelly beans, flowers, chairs, and apples in a wooden bowl.
We can see yellow, which "is light and sunny" in a yellow primrose cupcake, a stained glass mosaic, a door, and a beautiful vase of daffodils. Blue is one of those colors that seems to be all around us. You can see it in a pool, a pair of navy blue boots, "aqua sneakers," and blue jeans. There are several other colors that can be made by mixing primary colors. You'll learn which colors are mixed to make green, orange, and purple and you'll see several exciting examples of them in these pages. Brown, pink, black, white, silver, and gold are other colors you'll see. You'll also learn about different shades of colors you have around you. Colors are beautiful and vibrant and most likely you do have a favorite!
This is an excellent book to teach young children about basic color concepts. The colors are very vivid, making it easy for everyone to clearly recognize which color is being emphasized. For example when we look at the color red the text says, "Red is bright and bold. Scarlet candy, ruby flowers, crimson chairs, and rosy apples say, `Look at me!'" Homeschool or classroom lesson plans can easily be built around this book, especially after a read and discuss session on a particular color in this book. The age range for this book is listed at 4 to 8, but can be easily adapted for preschool use. The book itself is a bold, innovative, and fun book that can be used by a wide age range of children.
This book courtesy of the publisher.
We can see yellow, which "is light and sunny" in a yellow primrose cupcake, a stained glass mosaic, a door, and a beautiful vase of daffodils. Blue is one of those colors that seems to be all around us. You can see it in a pool, a pair of navy blue boots, "aqua sneakers," and blue jeans. There are several other colors that can be made by mixing primary colors. You'll learn which colors are mixed to make green, orange, and purple and you'll see several exciting examples of them in these pages. Brown, pink, black, white, silver, and gold are other colors you'll see. You'll also learn about different shades of colors you have around you. Colors are beautiful and vibrant and most likely you do have a favorite!
This is an excellent book to teach young children about basic color concepts. The colors are very vivid, making it easy for everyone to clearly recognize which color is being emphasized. For example when we look at the color red the text says, "Red is bright and bold. Scarlet candy, ruby flowers, crimson chairs, and rosy apples say, `Look at me!'" Homeschool or classroom lesson plans can easily be built around this book, especially after a read and discuss session on a particular color in this book. The age range for this book is listed at 4 to 8, but can be easily adapted for preschool use. The book itself is a bold, innovative, and fun book that can be used by a wide age range of children.
This book courtesy of the publisher.
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