The Crown on Your Head [Hardcover]

Nancy Tillman (Author)

Book Description

Release date: September 13, 2011 | Age Range: 4 - 8 years

We know our children are special, and now the incomparable Nancy Tillman expresses this universal feeling in the most touching of ways: Every child is born with a crown. The crown is everything that gives us unique value. Our crown will always be with us wherever we go, whatever we do.

Editorial Reviews

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"...this is soothing, visually attractive, and makes for a comforting bedtime read-aloud." --Booklist

 

"Tillman adds another dreamy volume to her collection of self-esteem-building titles.” --School Library Journal

 

"Parents and grandparents will love to read this aloud to their little ones..." --Kirkus Reviews

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Product Details

• Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Feiwel & Friends (September 13, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 031264521X
• ISBN-13: 978-0312645212
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 10 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,297 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

NANCY TILLMAN is the author and illustrator of the bestselling picture books On The Night You Were Born, The Spirit of Christmas, Wherever You Are My Love Will Find You, The Crown on Your Head, Tumford the Terrible and Tumford's Rude Noises. She is also the illustrator of It's Time to Sleep, My Love, written by Eric Metaxas. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, Nancy lives in Portland, Oregon where she creates books with the purpose of sharing with children the sentiment, 'You are loved.'

Nancy loves to participate and have conversations with all the wonderful families that have enjoyed her books. So check her out on Facebook.com/Nancy.Tillman.Collection or visit her website at nancytillman.com.



You can purchase Prints of Nancy's artwork here:
http://www.artistrising.com/_code/Product/Search.aspx?N=0&Ntk=all&Ntt=nancy+tillman&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Num=1&Pg=64

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 43 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent September 27, 2011

By J. Prather TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Hardcover

Make no mistake, I really love this book. As a mom myself, I read this and instantly teared up as the author so perfectly articulated the message I have always wanted my children to carry with them. What better gift to give your child than the knowledge that you know they are MAGNIFICENT and that they carry that magnificence with them always. This book celebrates the potential for greatness in every child, and does it with a sense of whimsy and joy that lends each page an aura of celebration.

The illustrations are very well done and glow with the crown's magic on each page. What better way to send your child off to bed than with this message of love? I'm not really sure if a four year old is really going to get this, but it sure isn't going to hurt. The poetry is seamless and has a wonderful read aloud flow. So what if it seems to be written more for parents than kids? It still offers up a wonderful bonding opportunity and an excellent chance to remind your preschooler that they are special. Recommended.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Golden Crown For This Book Well-Deserved!!! October 25, 2011

By Heather LaRee VINE™ VOICE

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I am a Mom. My sons are in their late twenties. This book so captured and reignited the treasure and the pleasure of having my little guy in my lap, savoring magical artwork, slowly and with love, reading these meaningful words to them. I was delighted when Tillman thoughtfully explains that EVERY child wears a crown of light and that there is no one's is brighter or duller. As much as I felt that "my child" was so special, I love including all children. Thank you Nancy Tillman for including ALL children. SUCH a vital and important reminder.

The illustrations are breathtaking and worthy to rest upon the page to take in the colors, visions, and details. The red-caped butterflies in the woods, the tree house JOY, the abandonment with BELIEVE, the elephants, and the zebra... my oh my. I feel as if I've experienced my little guys in my lap ~ thank you. There's a smile on my face that began in my heart.

THIS is a beautiful and special book to share with young ones. The suggested age is "4" and up... For me, I wouldn't want my boys to wait that long to take this in. Definitely it's for the parent to hold, as the 32 pages are not toddler-proofed. It is definitely a book to keep "special" and repeated "often".

What a beautiful pond-rippling gift of LOVE.

11 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book to celebrate each child's unique gifts September 17, 2011

By M. Talalay

Format:Hardcover

The Crown on Your Head by Nancy Tillman
Children's Literature - Picture Books - Ages 4-8 :: 17 September 2011, "No Comments"
The Crown on Your Head by Nancy Tillman (Buy on Amazon)

Ages 4-8

Hardcover: 32 pages

Feiwel & Friends (September 13, 2011)

KIWI Magazine Review:

Stunning illustrations and inspiring text are the hallmarks of Nancy Tillman's books, and The Crown on Your Head is one more lovely tribute to children. Secretly, I think these books are written for parents! I have purchased all of her books and they have permanent residence on our bookshelves. I intend to read them to my grandchildren, although my daughter is only 7.