The Graphic Alphabet

Beginning reader.

Beginning reader.

With its vivid annotations for all winning medal and honor books since the inception of the awards (Newbery in 1922 and Caldecott in 1938), librarians and teachers everywhere rely on this indispensable guide for quick-reference, collection and curriculum development, and readers' advisory. Indexed by title and author/illustrator, the 2001 edition includes background on the awards and photos of the new medalists and their books. If you serve young people, the 2001 edition will help you to introduce children to outstanding literature and illustration in creative ways and to make literature selections on your own from the criteria used for these distinguished awards. New to this edition is an essay (Reflections and Thoughts of the 2000 Newbery Committee) by Carolyn Brodie, who in collaboration with her fellow judges, reminisces about an intense year of reading for this esteemed appointment.

You are never too old to review the alphabet and above all in a fun and relaxing way. ★ An exclusive coloring book for adults with beautifully detailed illustrations of each letter of the alphabet and digits. A to Z and 0 to 9. With a unique and special design, this book gives you hours of fun and relaxation. It is scientifically proven that coloring helps to reduce stress levels. Even something as simple as the letters of the alphabet and numbers can free our imagination. Each page contains the symbol so you have all the space you need to unleash your creativity making it a fun activity book. ★Each page is printed on a separate sheet to prevent bleeding until the next. You can be a great gift to someone you love or just want me to review the alphabet and numbers. ★The book contains: - the 26 letters; - the 10 numbers. All wrapped up in a premium design cover with a matte finish. ★♥Release the child in you!♥★

On computer graphics

These wacky and witty visual puzzles by legendary and award-winning graphic designer Seymour Chwast will have everyone speechless with delight! Chwast, the artist and co-founder of the infamous Pushpin Studios, had an enormous influence on design and illustration everywhere. Now, he brings his unique perspective and spontaneity to the letters of the alphabet. With vibrant color and amusing scenarios, this creative book will capture the interests of children and adults of all ages as readers find the letter hidden in each scene. From the dance floor to deep under the sea, the ski slope, and the swimming pool, children will delight in the colorful images in Chwast’s distinctive style and the puzzle of discovering each letter. The simple yet striking artwork will foster their creativity and imagination. As they search for the “A” disguised as a party hat and the trumpet shaped like a “Z,” this book is the perfect way for early readers to practice the alphabet while having lots of fun too. About the Author / Illustrator: A creative genius of illustrative arts, Seymour Chwast is a founding partner of the celebrated Push Pin Studios (now Pushpin Group). His work has been featured in the New York Times, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, and The Atlantic among many others. Chwast illustrated the highly regarded book Harry’s Bath (2005) and series of graphic novel adaptations of major classic works with Bloomsbury Press including Dante’s Inferno (2010), Canterbury Tales (2011), and the Odyssey (2012). Chwast has recently published a book of posters from Schiffer Publishing and has an upcoming accompanying exhibition at the Poster House Museum (Fall 2021). He maintains an active presence in the graphic arts and illustrators community, and he continues to have his work displayed in museums such as the MoMA, the Brooklyn Museum, San Francisco MoMA, Galerie Pompidou (Paris), Musée des Arts Décoratifs (Louvre), among others.