Hundreds of typefaces, thousands of words -- letters are everywhere! Each has a different look that expresses a different feeling and can create a different response to the same word. Perky jesters manipulate and interpret the words, making a complex subject accessible and fun.
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Grade 2-4-Two little jesters, Alfonzo and Betty, and their dog, Typo, introduce children to typography. Definitions and styles of typeface are clearly illustrated with cut-paper figures in festive colors. Terms introduced include roman/italic, light/bold, serif/sans serif, upper/lowercase letters. Sidebars on many pages give special information, e.g. why capital letters are called capitals (they were carved on the tops, or capitals, of Roman columns). Brief examples of emotional responses to various styles of lettering are also given. A colorful and informative introduction to a subject little seen in picture books, this is going to delight youngsters and teachers who want to expand their awareness of the world of fine printing and fonts.
Ruth Semrau, formerly at Lovejoy School, Allen, TX
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Ruth Semrau, formerly at Lovejoy School, Allen, TX
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Gr. 2-4. What at first appears to be an alphabet book is really a book about typefaces. Two jesters slide, skip, and dance around different examples of typefaces and a narrative that explains the why, how, and what of the subject. The result isn't page-turner, but with brightly colored jesters drawing children through the factual material, the book will lend sprightly support to rudimentary units on book design, advertising, and graphic arts. Mary Harris Veeder
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Introduction to Typography for young children,
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This review is from: The Letter Jesters (Hardcover)
This book is fantastic, a joy for any parent who works with type. Your child will like the colorful design and numerous typeface samples in the book, while learning the basics of typography. A must have book for the type loving child in all of us
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