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Sparkle and Spin: A Book About Words Hardcover – Picture Book, August 3, 2006

by Ann Rand (Author), Paul Rand (Author)

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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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Reading age

4 - 8 years
Print length

40 pages
Language

English
Grade level

Preschool - 3
Dimensions

8.63 x 0.38 x 10.38 inches
Publisher

Chronicle Books
Publication date

August 3, 2006
ISBN-10

081185003X
ISBN-13

978-0811850032
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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.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chronicle Books; 2nd prt. edition (August 3, 2006)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 081185003X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0811850032
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.63 x 0.38 x 10.38 inches

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Customers appreciate the gorgeous illustrations in the book.

"Really gorgeous illustrations from the inimitable Paul Rand. Cute story, too - kind of plays with language and concepts in a very creative way...." Read more

"...The illustrations are wonderful and I absolutely love the midcentury modern aesthetic...." Read more

"...The illustrations are cheerfully retro (well, they were modern when this was first in print), no complaints there...." Read more

"The illustrations are a wonderful way to expose young readers to the power of simple abstract imagery. If you love Paul Rand it's a must have...." Read more

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Customers find the writing style beautiful and difficult to read. They also appreciate the rhymes that are not predictable.

"...I loved that it was difficult to read and the rhymes weren't predictable. The illustrations were unlike anything I was seeing at the time...." Read more

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Ikanread

Loved this book in elementary school

Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2012

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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 age as she was when she received it from an uncle. I thought the book was magical. I loved the words. I loved that it was difficult to read and the rhymes weren't predictable. The illustrations were unlike anything I was seeing at the time. This book was radical compared to all my other books that seemed mainstream and I loved that no one else knew about it. Kids today have more access to a wider variety of visuals so I don't know how it would affect them, but the book transformed my way of thinking about what was art and what was poetry. I love to get it as a gift for people.

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2017

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Really gorgeous illustrations from the inimitable Paul Rand. Cute story, too - kind of plays with language and concepts in a very creative way. Teaches verbs and prepositions in the process, too. I bought it used and the condition was excellent and for only $3.99.

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2011

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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 it still keeps him entertained (as well as myself!). He draws his hands around the illustrations and is content while listening to what I am reading. I read this so often that I think he recognizes it when I pull it out!

The illustrations are wonderful and I absolutely love the midcentury modern aesthetic. The words are poetic but I feel that they can still be understood by young children. I've read it to a 4 year old and she had a lot of questions as I read but I think that is what makes this book great! How can a book that tries to articulate the word tintinnabulate not be a good book!

I am not sure about the original, but this book has glitter on the front of the book. This is my only complaint. I have never been a fan of glitter because I'll find it on my clothing and skin for days after. I think they took the term "sparkle" too literally when they designed the cover of the book. Really, this is just a minor complaint though. It will never keep me from reading this book to my son almost every evening!

I can't wait until my son is old enough to understand the words in this book because I think he will love it even more!

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CaptLoveBug

Classic Paul Rand

Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2015

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My wife is an Art Director by trade. She was thrilled to find this book, as Paul Rand is one of her all time favorite designers. While we have original prints, we got this for our Niece and Nephews to bring a little fine, classic design into their lives. Gotta start 'em young!

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Ulyyf

I'm actually not sure what I think of this one.

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2010

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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. (I'm aware that's clear as mud, but bear with me here.) The author is seeking, I think, to define language and ideas without actually giving definitions. As an example, the first page runs:

What are words?
Words are how what you think inside
comes out
and how to remember what you might
forget about.

The book goes on like this until the end. And honestly, I'm not sure if I like it or not. The author has a gift of putting together language in a way that's friendly and makes the whole concept of "language" clear... but I'm not sure if she goes above the head of her audience or, conversely, is well too easy for them!

The illustrations are cheerfully retro (well, they were modern when this was first in print), no complaints there.

Check this book out of the library before you buy it. And you know what? If you like it, try Margaret Wise Brown's The Important Book. These two have similar styles.

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aaron

Great book, an inspiration

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2014

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The illustrations are a wonderful way to expose young readers to the power of simple abstract imagery. If you love Paul Rand it's a must have. If you don't know who Paul Rand is, this will start you on your way to admiring one of the most influential graphic designers of all time.

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Kate

This is one of my daughter's favorite books

Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2013

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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. She loves repeating the phrase, "The day is fine the sun will shine!" It is a really wonderful book with outstanding illustrations.

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