Mendel's Ladder [Hardcover]

Karlins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1995 | Age Level: 5 and up

During a summer drought, Mendel Moscowitz builds an odds-and-ends ladder to the clouds, where he and his parents set about making things right with the Rainmaker, one Maxwell Butterbarrel. By the author of Salmon Moon.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 2?On the 61st rainless day of the summer, 7-year-old Mendel Moskowitz takes action to save his plants and vegetables. He builds a ladder to the clouds as his family and neighbors watch with amusement and disbelief. When he and his parents climb the ladder, they meet the disgusted Rainmaker, Maxwell Butterbarrel, who refuses to do his job until he is appreciated. Mendel saves the day (and the plants) by giving him a bag of candies. Then they all fly through the sky with "sparkler wheels" as the rain comes pouring down. The author has captured the speech and ambiance of Brooklyn's Jewish community, although the story is not specific to one ethnic group and has a wide appeal. The monoprint paintings are large, clearly defined, and add to the fanciful nature of the story. The double-page spread of lightning flashing over New York City is especially attractive. A wonderful read-aloud choice.?Mary Rinato Berman, New York Public Library
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing; First Edition edition (May 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671897268
• ISBN-13: 978-0671897260
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,256,055 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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