Fiery colors and hundreds of details evoke the sun–drenched beauty, the sweet smells, and the joyful sounds of a jewel–like little Caribbean island that a young boy rediscovers while on a visit with his best friend.
Ages 3–6
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Fiery colors accompany this exultation of the special joys of island life. A Reading Rainbow selection. Ages 4-8.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"Portrays life on a Caribbean island in a way that is both eye catching and entertaining." -- --School Library Journal
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
a tribute to Montserrat,
By hi-biscus (Tampa, FL) - See all my reviews
This review is from: My Little Island (Reading Rainbow, 1987) (Paperback)
It's important to note that recent events have added poignancy to Lessac's tribute to her home island. This charming book is a record of an island practically destroyed by a recent volcanic eruption. "My Little Island" is the island of Montserrat, three-quarters of which lies buried under layers of volcanic ash. All the colors and the activity of the people portrayed here are fond memories. What a wonderful opportunity to talk to children about the things they would cherish about their own homes. And what a joyous appreciation of a lifestyle also typical of other Leeward islands.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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A delightful book-- buy this for a child you love,
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This review is from: My Little Island (Reading Rainbow, 1987) (Paperback)
Both my parents worked when I was kid. My younger sister and I used to stay at home and play. Every mid-afternoon we would stop playing and run to turn on MPT (PBS) and watch Reading Rainbow. We were never disappointed-- even the theme song pleased us and we would sing and dance to it. MY LITTLE ISLAND was one of my favorite episodes-- I have not read or seen this book in 12 years yet I remember so much from it: seeing the island overhead, looking exactly like a large swimming turtle, the market scene (the clothes and fruit compete with each other, both are so delicious to look at), and the night fishing. This is a beutiful book-- beautifully written, beautifully illustrated. Read it only once and I guarantee neither you or the one whom it is read to will forget it.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Great Art Work,
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This review is from: My Little Island (Reading Rainbow, 1987) (Paperback)
I like the pictures in this book. The book made me wonder what goat-water stew and guavas are. I wonder if people still live on Montserrat since the volcano erupted. I wish I could go there to swim, fish, and visit the market. I am 6 1/2 years old.
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First Sentence:
My best friend, Lucca, and I are going to visit the little Caribbean island where I was born. Read the first page New!
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Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
My best friend, Lucca, and I are going to visit the little Caribbean island where I was born. Read the first page New!
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Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Teaching Writing With Picture Books as Models (Grades 4-8) by Maria Koutras on page 73, and Back Matter
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