First great picture book of 2012!
Written by Mac Barnett, Illustrated by Jon Klassen
In the dark cold of winter Annabelle finds “a box of yarn of every color.” Whether the yarn is magical is never stated, but it is at the very least extremely abundant, as Annabelle discovers that the box keeps on giving and she is able to continually knit more colorful things for more people (and animals) in her little town. With this never-ending knitting Annabelle makes the town a much more colorful and cozy place. And she still has extra yarn, at least until a fashion-conscious archduke comes from across the sea to take it away.
This is a nice little fairy-tale styled story. The story is simply and impeccably written, and the stylish illustrations of Jon Klassen (I Want My Hat Back) bring the “cold little town” and its people to life. There’s not really anything I can think of that would improve this book; it is a very satisfying little picture book that I highly recommend and intend to add to my own collection.
Review by Joshua Whiting, Granite Library Media Program
Rating: ★★★★★ (5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades K-3
www.macbarnett.com
www.burstofbeaden.com (Jon Klassen’s web site)
Extra Yarn
Written by Mac Barnett, Illustrated by Jon Klassen
Balzer + Bray
40 pages
Release Date: January 17, 2012
ISBN: 9780061953385 (hardcover)
Granite Media
February 7, 2012
I have a copy of this one to give away, and if I get lots of comments here I may even have 2-4 copies to give away, so leave a comment on this post by the end of Tuesday, February 14, 2012 to win this for your school library.
renae hymas
February 7, 2012
This looks like a fun little book.
Vala'dee Tanner
February 7, 2012
This sounds like an awesome book. I love fairy tales, especially new ones.
Pam Smith
February 7, 2012
I would like one.
Shannon Bishop
February 8, 2012
Love your reviews Josh! Loved I Want My Hat Back. And I LOVE giveaways! I want one!!
Granite Media
February 15, 2012
Shannon, you are a winner!
Shannon Bishop
February 16, 2012
YAY!!
Terrie Bishop
February 8, 2012
I would love a copy!! Thanks for the great review.
Laura Schmidt
February 9, 2012
Sounds like a nice addition to the Fox Hills Library!
Janelle @ Brimful Curiosities
February 10, 2012
We read this one the other day and were surprised to see the bear from I Want My Hat Back. Would love to win a copy for my daughter’s 4K-1st grade school.
Debbie Singer
February 14, 2012
Looks like a cute book, just judging from the cover (and the review!)
Granite Media
February 15, 2012
Debbie, you are a winner!
Granite Media
February 15, 2012
Contest is now closed.