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Sparkle and Spin: A Book About Words [Hardcover]

Ann Rand , Paul Rand
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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Book Description

August 3, 2006 4 - 8 years
Through harmony and rhythm, resonance and pitch, Ann Rand inspires readers to listen to the tuneful play of her text as it sings off each page. Illustrated with graphic designer Paul Rand's colorful, witty artwork, Sparkle and Spin is a children's classic (now happily available again through Chronicle Books) that reveals to young readers the power and music in the words they use every day.

"Paul Rand did not set out to create classic children's books, he simply wanted to make pictures that were playful. Like the alchemist of old, he transformed unlikely abstract forms into icons that inspired children and adultsand laid the foundation for two books that have indeed become children's classics."
Steven Heller, author of Paul Rand


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About the Author

Ann Rand wrote five children's books, four of which were illustrated by her husband.

In addition to the four children's books he illustrated, Paul Rand wrote and co-wrote several others, and designed some of the best-known corporate icons of his time, including the logos for ABC, IBM, and UPS.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  • Hardcover: 40 pages
  • Publisher: Chronicle Books; 1st Chronicle Books Ed edition (August 3, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 081185003X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0811850032
  • Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 0.4 x 10.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #161,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Ever November 28, 2006
Format:Hardcover
I grew up with this book in the 60s. It was originally published in 1957 -- which shows how incredibly cutting-edge this mid-century modern book was. Through the years later the lessons of the book about language and imagery remained in my mind, and as an adult I finally managed to locate an out-of-print copy. I'm glad it's been republished -- it's true classic by two masters of the era.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on explaining words January 29, 2007
Format:Hardcover
It's fun, it's easy for kids to understand. My twin boys love it, we talk about what is being read and it illustrates through pictures and words how things come together. And then the "why" questions just keep on coming!! Enjoy
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read for all ages November 10, 2007
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I chose this one for my 5 year old son, but our entire family enjoys reading it. I can't believe it was published so long ago! If you would like to articulate tintinabulate, then BUY THIS BOOK!
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of my daughter's favorite books
My daughter is three. I'm sure she doesn't understand everything about the book but she loves it. She loves the words Sparkle and Spin. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Katherine L. Nesse
5.0 out of 5 stars ultra
duper super extra paul rand edition book nice great awesome sexy wonderful amazing pretty good quality and the rest of the words that I need to feel this review.
Published 2 months ago by Josep Román Barri
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing text
I was disappointed in the book. The text, which makes an attempt at rhyming is not well written and the pictures are very simple, line drawings. I would not recommend it.
Published 4 months ago by Anne R. Teppo
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book in elementary school
Sparkle and Spin is my favorite childhood book. My mother was given this book in the late 50's and I found it in her bookcase in the late 80's when I was probably about the same... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ikanread
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
Even though my daughter isn't old enough to read the book, she still enjoys the pictures. Beautifully illustrated. The story itself however, isn't terribly interesting.
Published 10 months ago by Paul
4.0 out of 5 stars Great for all ages!
I'm totally smitten with this book and I plan on getting more reprints by the Rands. My son is about 8 months now and certainly doesn't understand the meaning behind this book but... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Katie Lin
3.0 out of 5 stars I'm actually not sure what I think of this one.
I'm oscillating wildly between giving it 5 stars and giving it 2. 3 seemed like a nice compromise :)

This is a book about... words and poetry, but not really. Read more
Published on April 9, 2010 by Ulyyf
1.0 out of 5 stars Review on Sparkle and Spin
This book is not recommended. It is poorly written and the cadence makes it difficult to read. It is not a learning experience. It is a frustrating reading exercise.
Published on May 31, 2008 by Joseph T. Strauss
5.0 out of 5 stars yet another chance to own the work of a master
It is a great chance to own a peice work of a master, reprint after so many years.
Published on January 11, 2007 by Thomas Cheung
1.0 out of 5 stars Sparkle and Spin
Similar to "Little 1" ..... great retro graphics that adults can appreciate..... but the writing is boring and frustrating to read. Not very fun or interesting.
Published on November 9, 2006 by Kelvin Humenny
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