Book
Butterfly colors and counting / Jerry Pallotta ; illustrated by Shennen Bersani.
Ten species of butterflies from around the world are depicted to invite young readers to practice recognizing colors and counting from one to ten.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781570918995 (board pbk.)
- ISBN: 1570918996 (board pbk.)
- Physical Description: 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 15 x 18 cm.
- Publisher: Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, c2013.
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Cover title.On board pages.
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Butterflies > Juvenile literature.
Counting > Juvenile literature.
Colors > Juvenile literature. - Genre:
- Board books.
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Valemount Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valemount Public Library | board book (Text) | 35194014193320 | Board books | Volume hold | Available | - |
- Kirkus Reviews : Kirkus Reviews 2013 February #2
A lovely and simple concept book covering counting and colors for the youngest butterfly spotters. From one red Tachyris zarinda to 10 pink-tipped clearwinged satyrs, each full-page painting spotlights a different butterfly variety. The text simply labels the color and number of the butterflies using a large, serif typeface. In Bersani's fine-brushed, detailed art some butterflies are shown in the context of their habitat, such as the eight brown Orion butterflies alighting on yellow stalks of wheat, but most of the butterflies rest on pleasingly mottled backgrounds painted in soft hues. The butterfly names, in an inconsistent mix of scientific and common appellations, are included on the back cover in small print. While a little more information on each insect would have been a nice addition for adults and older children, they can seek out age-appropriate books if piqued. Glowing art and simple concept presentation--just right for the target audience--may make counters and butterfly enthusiasts out of readers. (Board book. 6 mos.-3) Copyright Kirkus 2013 Kirkus/BPI Communications.All rights reserved. - Kirkus Reviews : Kirkus Reviews 2013 July #1
A lovely and simple concept book covering counting and colors for the youngest butterfly spotters. From one red Tachyris zarinda to 10 pink-tipped clearwinged satyrs, each full-page painting spotlights a different butterfly variety. The text simply labels the color and number of the butterflies using a large, serif typeface. In Bersani's fine-brushed, detailed art, some butterflies are shown in the context of their habitat, such as the eight brown Orion butterflies alighting on yellow stalks of wheat, but most of the butterflies rest on pleasingly mottled backgrounds painted in soft hues. The butterfly names, in an inconsistent mix of scientific and common appellations, are included on the back cover in small print. While a little more information on each insect would have been a nice addition for adults and older children, they can seek out age-appropriate books if piqued. Glowing art and simple concept presentation--just right for the target audience--may make counters and butterfly enthusiasts out of readers. (Board book. 6 mos.-3) Copyright Kirkus 2013 Kirkus/BPI Communications.All rights reserved. - Publishers Weekly Reviews : PW Reviews 2013 February #2
Given the diverse coloration of butterflies, they're a natural way to introduce to the concept of color, which is covered in this board book that also counts from one to 10. Examples include three cloudless sulphur butterflies in bright yellow-green and 10 pink-tipped clearwing satyrs (the butterflies are ID'd on the back cover). Text is minimal (each number appears as a word and numeral, along with the name of each color), and Bersani offers precise portraits of each insect set against moody backdrops. Up to age 3. (Feb.)
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