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ISBN-10: 0-688-04074-8
ISBN-13: 9780688040741
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
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Year: August 1, 1984
Edition: Rei Rep
Size: 19.81 x 24.41 x 0.41cm
Number of pages: 32
Weight: 141gr
Binding: Paperback
ISBN-10: 0-688-04074-8
ISBN-13: 9780688040741
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Country:
Year: August 1, 1984
Edition: Rei Rep
Size: 19.81 x 24.41 x 0.41cm
Number of pages: 32
Weight: 141gr
Binding: Paperback
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Vera B. Williams
San Val; 1999
School & Library Binding
12.) A Chair for My Mother (Reading Rainbow Book)
Vera B. Williams
Perfection Learning; 1984
Unknown Binding
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After a fire destroys their home and possessions, Rosa, her mother, and grandmother save and save until they can afford to buy one big, comfortable chair that all three of them can enjoy.After their home is destroyed by a fire, Rosa, her mother and grandmother save their coins to buy a really comfortable chair for all to enjoy. »A superbly conceived picture book expressing the joyful spirit of a loving family.«--Horn Book.
After a fire destroys their home and possessions, Rosa, her mother, and grandmother save and save until they can afford to buy one big, comfortable chair that all three of them can enjoy.After their home is destroyed by a fire, Rosa, her mother and grandmother save their coins to buy a really comfortable chair for all to enjoy. »A superbly conceived picture book expressing the joyful spirit of a loving family.«--Horn Book.
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Very touching 
This is a classic story by now. I tear up every time I read it when we get to the part about the whole neighborhood helping them move into their new house after the old one burns down. It's a wonderful example of community, and very realistic. I will note that this book is a bit wordy, and may not hold the attention of children under the age of 5 or so. If your kiddo has a short attention span, wait a year before reading this one.
This is a classic story by now. I tear up every time I read it when we get to the part about the whole neighborhood helping them move into their new house after the old one burns down. It's a wonderful example of community, and very realistic. I will note that this book is a bit wordy, and may not hold the attention of children under the age of 5 or so. If your kiddo has a short attention span, wait a year before reading this one.
Storytelling and Illustration at its Best 
This Caldecott honor book is full of beautiful and appealing illustrations. the cast of characters is multicultural--making this an ideal read-aloud book for early elementary students. The story involves three generations of women showing creativity and initiative when a home fire destroys the chair they love.
This Caldecott honor book is full of beautiful and appealing illustrations. the cast of characters is multicultural--making this an ideal read-aloud book for early elementary students. The story involves three generations of women showing creativity and initiative when a home fire destroys the chair they love.
Beautiful Illustrations, a Great Story, and a Relevant Message for Us During the Recession.
This Caldecott honor book is full of beautiful and appealing illustrations. Take a moment to look at the unique borders on each page and you'll see what I mean. The cast of characters is multicultural--making this an ideal read-aloud book for early elementary students. The story involves three generations of women showing creativity and initiative when a home fire destroys the chair they love. The message of the book is an ideal antidote to the pay now, pay later mind set that got us into a recession.
This Caldecott honor book is full of beautiful and appealing illustrations. Take a moment to look at the unique borders on each page and you'll see what I mean. The cast of characters is multicultural--making this an ideal read-aloud book for early elementary students. The story involves three generations of women showing creativity and initiative when a home fire destroys the chair they love. The message of the book is an ideal antidote to the pay now, pay later mind set that got us into a recession.
good life lesson
I read this book and I think this book is very appropriate due to all the things going wrong with America and its values towards buy now and pay later ! It tells young children that good things come to those who wait, and even when you are down things will improve if you patient and wait it out ! It tells a young child that working for a dream and thinking of something is as important and thrilling as immediate gratification ! For the reviewer who said I do not like this book due to the issue of divorce ? I think they are missing the point entirely –- the books premise is about how saving and looking forward to something after tragedy hits is worth it. Also – alot of people do not have both parents due to death( perhaps the child in the books dad was killed in the fire ?) or due to military service ( not just due to divorce) ?!
I read this book and I think this book is very appropriate due to all the things going wrong with America and its values towards buy now and pay later ! It tells young children that good things come to those who wait, and even when you are down things will improve if you patient and wait it out ! It tells a young child that working for a dream and thinking of something is as important and thrilling as immediate gratification ! For the reviewer who said I do not like this book due to the issue of divorce ? I think they are missing the point entirely –- the books premise is about how saving and looking forward to something after tragedy hits is worth it. Also – alot of people do not have both parents due to death( perhaps the child in the books dad was killed in the fire ?) or due to military service ( not just due to divorce) ?!
loved this book as a child
i bought this for my neice over the summer. i was a big reading rainbow fan as a kid. now as an adult i can appreciate this book and its illustrations even more.this is a must read for all little girls!!
i bought this for my neice over the summer. i was a big reading rainbow fan as a kid. now as an adult i can appreciate this book and its illustrations even more.this is a must read for all little girls!!
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