Is It Larger? Is It Smaller? [Paperback]

Tana Hoban (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Tana Hoban introduces the youngest viewer to the idea of size relativity. "Hoban demonstrates once again her mastery of elements of composition, such as color, texture, and balance."--Horn Book.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A wonderful conjunction of eye and mind." -- -- Kirkus(pointer review)

"Will help children find words for the world in which they live." -- -- School Library Journal

About the Author

Tana Hoban's photographs have been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and in galleries around the world. She has won many gold medals and prizes for her work as a photographer and filmmaker. Her books for children are known and loved throughout the world.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Greenwillow Books (April 24, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0688152872
• ISBN-13: 978-0688152871
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 7.8 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,593 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #27 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Math > Geometry
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  • #62 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Baby-3 > Basic Concepts > Size & Shape

More About the Author

Tana Hoban's photographs have been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and in galleries around the world. She has won many gold medals and prizes for her work as a photographer and filmmaker. Her books for children are known and loved throughout the world.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We Love Tana Hoban!, February 8, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Is It Larger? Is It Smaller? (Paperback)

Tana Hoban's photographs are delightful and engaging for toddlers and adults alike! The bright, eye-candy photographs in this book are conversation provoking and each time you look at the book with your little one, you'll find new subjects to talk about! An excellent introduction to the concept of sizes as well as colors, shapes & moods! A favorite at our house, for sure!

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice pictures, good for learning the concept, September 22, 2011

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mwwg (NYC) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Is It Larger? Is It Smaller? (Paperback)

As with the other TH books I have, this concept book works really well (my fav is Shapes Shapes Shapes, which I'd also recommend). Rather than explaining the concept, kids can see the idea. The fact that there are many versions of the idea makes it so your kids can have a positive experience, since once they get the idea, they can show you that they know it, over and over. The pictures are attractive, if a little 70s/80s.

This is also a great book to have around for early book-enjoyers, especially as something your kid can do while you're busy. I got this when my son was 1 and already enjoying books. Since there are no words in the book, he could look through it and experience it without me looking over his shoulder. A good alternative to, e.g., television, if you need a little break.

5.0 out of 5 stars A small book about great things, March 9, 2011

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This review is from: Is It Larger? Is It Smaller? (Paperback)

A simple book about relative sizes. A book that enables discussion about the world between a child and a care giver.