The Book Tree: A Christian Reference to Children's Literature Contributor(s): McCallum, Elizabeth (Author), Scott, Jane (Author), Grant, George (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1591280508 ISBN-13: 9781591280507 Publisher: Canon Press OUR PRICE: $18.05 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2008 Annotation: Once upon a time, a carpenter entered into a forest and happened upon a wolf wearing a feathered cap. Quick answer, whose side are you on? If you don't know, then keep reading. Stories provide a roadmap for life. This is because stories are life. But oftentimes it's easiest to understand where we are when we can look through other eyes- from the perspective of someone else, living somewhere else, somewhen else. For those beginning to read for the first time or those beginning to read again, The Book Tree will drop golden apples in your lap, until you can climb high enough to pick for yourself. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - Literature & The Arts - Literary Criticism | Children's & Young Adult Literature - Literary Criticism | Reference |
Dewey: 011.62 |
LCCN: 2007041724 |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6" W x 8.9" (1.00 lbs) 280 pages |
Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: THE BOOK TREE: A CHRISTIAN REFERENCE FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE Once upon a time, a carpenter entered a forest and happened upon a wolf wearing a feathered cap. Quick -- whose side are you one? If you don't know, we suggest reading a hearty round of fairytales. Stories provide a roadmap for life. This is because stories ARE life. But oftentimes it's easiest to understand where we are when we can look through other eyes -- from the perspective of someone else, living somewhere else, somewhen else. Literary habits naturally give way to literary affections. For those beginning to read for the first time or those beginning to read again, "The Book Tree" will drop golden apples in your lap, until you can climb high enough to pick for yourself. |