A LITTLE BIT OF ROB

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Following the death of her older brother, Rob, young Lena and her
parents attempt to assuage their grief and move on with their lives
on an overnight crabbing expedition.  As they step into their boat
and set off to sea, they remember many past excursions shared
with Rob.

Almost every item on the boat reminds them of him, including his
old sweatshirt (still smelling of baseball and outdoors) that Lena
dons to keep herself warm.  Although they have not yet completed
the grieving process, by the story's end, they have progressed to
the point of finding comfort in remembering and in sharing memories
with each other.

Backer's dreamy oil illustrations reflect the story's time frame and
mood, moving from dark, inky hues at the beginning to sunny earth
tones at the end. 

This entry in the Concept Book series should make a useful addition
to the parenting shelf and be helpful for families in need of its message.

Kay Weisman


Barbara J. Turner
Illustrated by Marni Backer
Albert  Whitman & Co.
Ages  4-8
ISBN - 10:0807545775
ISBN - 13:978-0807545775

OUT AND ABOUT AT THE ORCHESTRA

Trumpets blast, tubas bellow, and violins sing.  Musicians play many different instruments all at once, but the notes blend into  an amazing
symphony of sound.

Full-color illustrations and fact-filled text show how the sections of the orchestra work together during rehearsal and performance.  Includes a topic-related activity, an index, a Words to Know list, and  fascinating Fun Facts.

Barbara J. Turner
Illustrated by Anne McMullen
Picture
Window Books
Grades K-3
ISBN - 1-4048-0040-9