Selznick returns with a new illustrated hybrid novel masterpiece
Written and Illustrated by Brian Selznick
In Selznick’s new masterpiece the readers follow two stories, one of a little girl running away from home. The second story is that of a boy named Ben who has recently lost his mother and his hearing. Ben is curious about his father and decides to run away to New York. There he meets new friends, finds new adventures, and learns how to function without hearing. The two stories come together beautifully. The art is breathtaking and intriguing. Selznick will win awards with this book that readers of all ages will love.
Review by Jessica Moody, Olympus Jr. High Media Center
Rating: ★★★★★ (5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades 4+
Wonderstruck – Official Website
Wonderstruck – Scholastic Page
Brian Selznick – Invention of Hugo Cabret Official Website
Wonderstruck
Written and Illustrated by Brian Selznick
Scholastic
637 pages
Release Date: September 13, 2011
ISBN: 9780545027892
Josh Whiting
September 26, 2011
I ripped through this one over the weekend. Even though it has 600+ pages it is a quick read, because so much of the book is illustrated. Unless I read/see something better soon, I’m calling this one the middle grade book of the year. It’s a must have.
And since it’s so great, we have six copies to give away to schools (3 for elementary and 3 for secondary.) Leave a comment here by 7 AM 9/28/11 for a chance to win one!
Vala'dee Tanner
September 26, 2011
Brian Selnick has a wonderful gift for telling stories with words and pictures. The students at Rosecrest love The Invention of Hugo Cabret, and we would love a copy of Wonderstruck.
Pam Smith
September 26, 2011
This looks like a book the kids would love. I just tried to order it from Perma-bound, but they didn’t send it with my order. I’ll try to order it again at a later date.
Leanna Griffiths
September 26, 2011
Sounds like a winner to me!! I’m sure our students would love to read this book.
Renee Larsen
September 26, 2011
Thanks for the great review Josh. I loved Hugo Cabret and so did the kids here at school. Wonderstruck sounds equally amazing. I would love to have a copy of this in our library.
Michelle Asay
September 27, 2011
This sounds like a great book to add to my Quick Reads section. We have a large ELL population that pictures help with comprehension. I’m anxious to see this one.
Josh Whiting
September 28, 2011
Okay, everyone who has commented wins a copy! Since only one secondary person commented, I’ll steal one from secondary to give a fourth one to elementary. Thanks for looking.
I’ve still got one more copy, it will go to the next secondary person to comment here.
Vala'dee Tanner
September 28, 2011
Thanks, Josh! I was hoping that’s how you would award the books. I know our students are going to love this book. Keep up the great work on the website. It’s a wonderful resource for us.
Heidi Williams
September 28, 2011
This looks like a great easy read. It is hard to go wrong with this author. I have a group of high schoolers that love books like this. I think they will really read it.
Josh Whiting
September 29, 2011
Looks like the last copy will finally have a home at Skyline High. Thanks for looking, Heidi.
Renee Larsen
September 28, 2011
Josh, I just looked to see the results and I am so excited!! The kids are going to love this book so much. Thank you!!
Pam Smith
September 29, 2011
Thanks for the book Josh!
Leanna Griffiths
October 2, 2011
I sent you a personal email, but here’s one for this record… THANKS for this book! Our students will LOVE it!
Andrea Van Wagoner
October 11, 2011
Sounds like a great read for our kids (and me)! Selznick’s Covers are so captivating!