Helping each other in their time of need, a dog and a wolf form a special bond and become dear friends, in a touching retelling of an old Ukrainian folktale."
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Kindergarten-Grade 4. Kimmel successfully employs a storyteller's voice to beckon readers to sit and listen to this dramatic story. His yarn-spinning skill is evident throughout the satisfying tale that explains why dogs and wolves will be friends forever. Sirko, a sheepdog, has guarded the flocks for years. Now he is too old. His master's wife suggests that they get rid of him and get a new dog. Instead, the farmer secretly grants freedom to his faithful friend. A wolf hears the abandoned Sirko's howls and promises to help?"Because we are cousins." The wolf stages an attack on the farmer's baby, with Sirko cast as the courageous rescuer. The sheepdog is immediately restored to a place of honor. Soon an opportunity arrives for Sirko to repay the kindness. The characters are shaped by the rich, evocative illustrations. Sauber's pictures reflect the mood, from the first bright pastoral view of Sirko tending the flock, to darker, subdued tones, as the dog is cast out. The textured paintings of embroidered costumes and hand-carved furnishings, plus the decorative lettering, provide just the right detail. Consider pairing Sirko with Jan Brett's The First Dog (Harcourt, 1988), another picture book that explores what, for most youngsters, is a very inviting topic.?Sarabeth Kalajian, Venice Public Library, FL
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Sirko is a faithful dog who has served his master; but now that he's old, his master's wife doesn't want to keep him. Sirko has only his wolf friend to help when he is abandoned in this Ukrainian tale, which requires good reading skills from kids. -- Midwest Book Review
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Sirko and the Wolf: A Ukrainian Tale,
By Janice L Manson (Novato, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Sirko and the Wolf: A Ukrainian Tale (Library Binding)
This is a charming book. This makes a nice introduction to extended family (albeit canine), friendship and helping each other in times of need. It also provides a discussion point or lesson in the shortsightedness of setting a particular value on something and not appreciating true worth. These lessons are engagingly delivered in a story children and adults can relate to. The illustrations are colourful and rich in detail. This book also provides a periferal look at another people, time and culture through the illustrations and setting of the story. This book makes a wonderful gift for a child that has a Ukrainian ancestry and heritage. It is unique and one they can be proud of.
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