Quotations For Kids [Hardcover]

J.A. Senn (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

An illustrated reference work offering more than 2000 quotations ranging from the Bible to folklore to children's literature.

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-8-This accessible and attractive compilation of over 2,000 quotations is a winner. The selections, arranged alphabetically by subject, will have particular appeal to youngsters. They were gleaned from a variety of sources including works of children's literature, proverbs, the Bible, advertising slogans, poems, song lyrics, speeches, interviews, and biographical works. Among the book's pluses are the easy availability of the sources; citations that include the author's name, nationality, occupation, and, if fiction, the character to whom the words are attributed; definitions for difficult words; extensive subject and source indexes; and humorous full-color cartoons. The book will satisfy students as a reference tool and it's an entertaining volume to browse.
Connie Tyrrell Burns, Mahoney Middle School, South Portland, ME
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Review

This extensive collection of quotations from children's literature, the Bible, songs and speeches of well known individuals is presented in a very engaging format.

The instructions to use the book are clear and detailed; Subject and Person indices allow two varied methods to search for information. An appealing book for children to browse and examine for fun or to use to enrich a school project. A 2000 Parents' Choice® Recommended winner.

Reviewed by Parents' Choice® 2000 -- From Parents' Choice®

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Millbrook Press (August 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076131296X
• ISBN-13: 978-0761312963
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,604,608 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll want to own this book!, March 19, 2000

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M. Klinger (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Quotations For Kids (Hardcover)

I found this book in the local library. I renewed it once before I decided I had to have it on my shelf. I teach elementary school, and found this book to be a valuable resource. Our class started to read one quote a day and to discuss the deeper meaning of each quote. These exercises help us to develop vocabulary and to discuss social and emotional issues. The 2000 quotes are of impeccable quality and come from a great variety of sources. I was impressed with the number of quotes from historical figures such as presidents, orators, inventors, and authors. There are also a number of quotes from book characters. The quotes are arranged in themes that cover almost anything you can think of....adventure, kindness, equality, etc. I am sure you will enjoy this book long past your first reading!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Filling a need, August 29, 2001

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Heather Cover "Avid and Eclectic Reader" (Homewood, Alabama United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quotations For Kids (Hardcover)

There are lots of good quotation books for adults but, until now, there were few for children. This book fills that need admirably. The quotations are specifically geared towards children, with full color illustrations and popular subjects such as school, sports, friendship, etc. The section on "How To Use This Book" is clear and concise. The book also includes a cross-referenced subject index and a people index.
Pair this book with What the Dormouse Said by Amy Gash, Who Said That? by Robert Burleigh, and/or Stretch Your Wings by Janet Cheatham Bell to round out your collection.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Open to any page and read!, October 4, 2000

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Carol B. Caputo (Monroe Township, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Quotations For Kids (Library Binding)

I "wallpaper" my sixth grade classroom with quotations, so this book was a must-have. You can open to any page and be instantly amazed by the variety and assortment of quotations by famous and not-so famous people. I especially enjoy the quotes by the authors of children's books and their characters. My students race for the book when they have free time,and they sit in groups to read the quotes and enjoy the colorful text and illustrations. The indexes and classification of the quotes are easy to use and cross-referenced. Amazingly, there were many quotes in this book that I had not found in my other books. Every lover of words and language will enjoy this book!