Customer Reviews

Animal Orchestra

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First of all, I love everything Scott Gustafson does, so naturally I love the illustrations. But this is a counting book, and in that regard it excels. Large block numbers aren't obscured by silly rhymes or a superficial "plot" whose every page involves a number. No, the numbers simply count the musical instruments on the accompanying page. It is the perfect counting book. The illustrations are masterfully done, full of detail and humor. Children will find the animals endlessly amusing and will not tire of reading the book, although the text is minimal. In the process, they will also learn the names of the musical instruments, as well as the names of specific types of a single animal--not just a monkey but particular types of monkeys. The book is certainly beautiful but it is also a true teaching book. I recommend it highly.

Along with Alphabet Soup, I've given these books as a gift to several friends. I've found children from toddler age and up find the illustrations beautiful and they learn at the same time.

I am a music teacher and I think this book is beautifully illustrated. I love it for young music students who are learning to count and learn instrument recognition.

What a beautiful book illustrated by one of this country's top illustrators.
Animal Orchestra appealed to me because of the fine artwork, accuracy of information,
and my desire to expose my little grandchildren to music. I recommend it
highly.

Scott Gustafson is one of my favorite illustrators working today and certainly the tops in chlidren's books. His work is imaginative and charming. I have always been a fan of the technical proficiency demonstrated in his paintings. His use of color, texture and detail is inspiring. The text of this book is not as entertaining as his his work in Alphabet Soup, but the illustrations more than make up for it.

I love the artist, Scott Gustafson... so I loved the graphics on the book. Story plot could be a little better, but the art work is out of this world!

Vibrant colors, nice layouts and animals playing insturments make this a very fun counting book.