A Chair For My Mother 25th Anniversary Edition (Reading Rainbow Books) Read Free Books and Download eBooks
This classic and award-winning picture book was written and illustrated by the celebrated Vera B. Williams and was named a Caldecott Honor Book by the American Library Association. "A tender knockout . . . it's rare to find much vitality, spontaneity, and depth of feeling in such a simple, young book."—Kirkus ReviewsAfter their home is destroyed by a fire, Rosa, her mother, and grandmother save their coins to buy a really comfortable chair for all to enjoy. A Chair for My Mother has sold more than a million copies and is an ideal choice for reading and sharing at home and in the classroom. "A superbly conceived picture book expressing the joyful spirit of a loving family."—The Horn Book Supports the Common Core State Standards
Series: Reading Rainbow Books
Paperback: 32 pages
Publisher: Greenwillow Books; Rei Rep edition (January 23, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0688040748
ISBN-13: 978-0688040741
Product Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.2 x 10.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (92 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,792 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #58 in Books > Children's Books > Classics
Age Range: 4 - 8 years
Grade Level: Kindergarten - 3
This is one of those books that contain an extremely simple story. There are no apparent conflicts, the story flows along is a simply mellow sort of way and you finish it and say "how sweet," and then sort of go along with your business.Strangely though, this is one of those stories that once read, absolutely sticks with you for some reason and is much more profound that many a more complex tale I have read.Simply put, which I feel is appropriate here; this is the story of a little girl and her family. Her mother is a hard working woman who is supporting the family. In the not so distant past, their apartment had burned down and the family lost everything. The entire neighborhood and the little girl's extended family pitched in and helped. Most things were eventually replaced...most thing with the exception of a nice comfortable chair that the mother could set in at night and rest her weary body. Over time the little girl and indeed, the entire family saved and saved their pennies until they were able to buy momma a new chair, or at least a very nice used one.That's it! That is the story!When we take this simple tale of love between family members, the neighbors and the relatives, and mix it with the wonderful whimsical art work, we have something very special in this book. Hard times are hard times but the message of everyone pulling together is strong here and is certainly applicable in the hard times many are facing today.Now I like this story and every kid I have read it to likes it. It is simply pretty special.Please allow me a small rant here. I note that at least one reviewer; maybe two took exception to this story. They did not like the fact that the woman did not have a husband.
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