The Lion & the Mouse
by Jerry Pinkney
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Book Reviews of The Lion & the Mouse
Book Review: A wonderful book
Summary: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Cayden Aures (age 5) and Mom for Reader Views (9/09)
"The Lion and the Mouse" is Jerry Pinkney's illustrated version of the popular Aesop fable. This version of the tale is virtually wordless except for animal sounds here and there.
Cayden: "This book doesn't have hardly any words so we had to figure out what was going on in the story by looking at the pictures. I liked to do that. It was fun! My favorite part was when the mouse helped the lion in the end. My favorite picture was when the lion fell out of the trap because the mouse chewed the rope open."
Parent's comments:
"The Lion and the Mouse" is beautifully illustrated. I loved the fact that there was almost no text in the book. The illustrations were powerful enough to carry the entire story. I have always liked this fable but this was the first time that my son had heard it and he really enjoyed it. Pinkney's "The Lion and the Mouse" deserves a place on every child's bookshelf!
Book Review: Kids love this one
Summary: 5 Stars
I've seen so many beautiful picture books that connect more with their adult, art-loving buyers than with the children for whom they are intended. This one is the real deal -- kids love it too.
I had this book sent to my grandchildren, who live at a distance. When their Mother called to thank me, I could hear "ROARRRRRR" in the background. My 16-month old grandchild was getting into the "text" (This is essentially a book without words, but the plot is evident to even the youngest child.) My 3-year-old grandson got on the phone and told me the whole story! And the Lion and the Mouse are not all -- he said, "Grandma, there are all kinds of animals" in the pictures.
Grandma hit a home run this time. Not only is this one of the most beautifully-illustrated books I have ever seen, it's one children will love to "read" over and over. It's a winner. And -- another hint -- invest in the hardback. When the paperback is available, it won't include the amazing end papers.
Book Review: Great surprise!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an almost entirely wordless book. The only words are "sounds" - and owl hooting, the mouse squeaking, etc. The illustrations are simply lovely and I was amazed that Pinkney could convey the emotion he did while still managing to keep the animals looking "real."
I wasn't familiar with this version of the fable, and don't want to spoil it for anyone else. Let me simply say that it isn't a thorn in the paw this time.
I especially enjoyed the author's note, where Pinkney says that he was, as a child, enthralled with the idea of the tiny prevailing over the mighty. But, that as he grew, he realized that what was truly special was the equality both the creatures had.
Definitely recommended!
Book Review: Picture Book
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this book on a recommendation from my friend. The story is a classic and loving story that took me back to my childhood. We improv-ed and had a fantastic time filling in the story line using the pictures - My son (3) and my daughter (6) both enjoyed the book. My son was a little more curious about the pictures and after we read the book, he quietly turned the pages and looked at the pictures for a while. What I love about Picture Books that have no words - like this book, is the power of images and the child's mind and watching them fill in with their own words. I get a new scenarios each time the book is read, though the moral of the story is always the same. highly recommended.Book Review: Can't We Just Be Friends?
Summary: 4 Stars
This picture book will hold you spellbound as you gaze at Pinkney's masterful illustrations. I would consider it a wordless picture book, although you do get some `squeaks' `whooos' and `rooaarrrss'. The text is told in the illustrations, and they are a sight to behold!
The book is an illustrated version of Aesop's fable, `The Lion and the Mouse.' It is easy to follow and young children will have a great time seeing how Pinkney is playing with the picture. In some scenes you see part of it, but on the next spread you get the whole idea. Utterly delightful!
I've heard some Caldecott rumblings over this one, so take a gander!