My Little Island [Library Binding]

Frane Lessac (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 30, 1985 | Age Level: 6 and up

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. ‘Accurately portrays life [on the island] in a way that is both eye-catching and entertaining.’ —SLJ.

A Reading Rainbow Featured Selection
Children's Books of 1985 (Library of Congress)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

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. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Review

"Portrays life on a Caribbean island in a way that is both eye catching and entertaining." -- --School Library Journal

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins (April 30, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0397321155
• ISBN-13: 978-0397321155
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 7.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,025,493 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a tribute to Montserrat, January 25, 1999

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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:

5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful book-- buy this for a child you love, September 4, 2000

By A Customer

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:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Art Work, June 27, 2000

By A Customer

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.