Caleb's class is making projects that represent patriotism to display at Parents' Night. But Caleb can't think of a way to show what patriotism means to him. Besides, his dad can't come because he is away, serving as a soldier. Then when Caleb really starts thinking about what his dad is doing for the country, inspiration finally strikes!
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This timely picture book shows a child wrestling with the meaning of patriotism. As Caleb thinks about a school assignment ("Make something showing patriotism") and hears about other kids' ideas--a papier-mache Liberty Bell, a multicolored U.S. map--he feels increasingly confused. "Patriotism is more than a map or a statue. But how do I show that?" His poster-board display featuring a photo of his absent father, a soldier in desert fatigues, illustrates the child's deep, personal connection to the abstract concept. The setup feels artificial, but Skeers paces things well to maximize the dramatic impact of Dad's military role, which is revealed relatively late in the story. Expressive watercolors from Hoyt (illustrator of John Lithgow's I'm a Manatee, 2003) sensitively capture the commingled pain and pride of military separation but also make room for welcome silliness, expressed through anthropomorphized national symbols that run riot inside Caleb's head. A discussion starter on patriotism with special relevance for children affected by deployment. Jennifer Mattson
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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Linda Skeers lives in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Ard Hoyt lives in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Ard Hoyt lives in Bentonville, Arkansas.
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I've worked as a nurse and librarian but my favorite job by far is Children's Book Author! I've been making up stories since I was a child and being able to share them with others is amazing. I love to write books. I love to read books. I love to talk about books... Hmmm, I see a theme developing here!
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If this one doesn't make you tears come to your eyes...,
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If this one doesn't make tears come to your eyes than your heart must be made of stone.
The beautiful thing about childrens books is that they can play straight to the heart - and this one does. My daughter liked it, but every grown-up who has seen this book has cried or at least teared up. Don't get this one for your kid - get it for you. Moving, wonderful and based on a true story which is just as moving (see back inside flap).
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Red, White, and Blue, the best colors ever.,
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This review is from: The Impossible Patriotism Project (Hardcover)
I was a story time librarian for 12 years at our local library. Every July, I searched for books I could read to young children that would let them know how wonderful it is to live in America. It is wonderful because we are free. I wanted to read books that would tell the story behind our celebrations of Independence Day and Memorial Day. The Impossible Patriotism Project is that book. This book shows throught text and art the various icons we associate with freedom along with the people who work to keep us free, namely the men and women in our armed forces. Mrs. Skeers and Mr. Hoyt have done a tremendous job conveying the idea of being a patriot to young children. I love it!
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Patriotism in a Positive Light,
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With all the media attention to what the United States "shouldn't" be doing, it's wonderful to find a children's story that shows what patriotism is and who the real patriots are. Make sure your local library has this book - especially for story hour. It's not just for the 4th of July but all year long. The United States is a free country with freedom of speech because men and women were willing to risk their lives to keep it free and to help those in other countries who can't fight for themselves.
The whole story and the great illustrations make this a "must have" book for any child's book collection - or for their parents' too!
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