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Sparkle and Spin: A Book About Words [Hardcover]

Ann Rand (Author), Paul Rand (Author)
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August 3, 2006 P and up
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."
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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

  • 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: 10.2 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,361 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Ever, November 28, 2006
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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
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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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4 of 4 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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