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| The stories are well chosen, and the illustrations are excellent throughout. бн The oral and visual presentations work hand-in- hand to keep the viewer engaged with the story. These videos would be highly useful when paired with their print counterparts to introduce children to reading aloud or to show to a group during a storytime session. Recommended for school and public libraries as well as for home and classrooms. Criticas, September/October, 2004 |
| Quiet music weaves a backdrop while the male narrator tells the story in a matter-of-factvoice. Suburban and rural children have little experience with homelessness. City children might have seen homeless people in their community but still know little about them. This morality tale is sure to spark dialogue about how some people become homeless and what others can do to help. Children might also begin toy articulate how fortunate they are to have the food, clothing and shelter they take for granted. There is little available about homelessness for this age group, and this well-made video willcertainly fill that gap for both school and public library collections. School Library Journal, April, 2004 |
 Based on the picture book written by Ann McGovern and illustrated by Marni Backer, The Lady In the Box is a moving iconographic-animated portrait of the simple kindness of a brother and sister who team up to help out a homeless woman. Just as in real life, there are no magical solutions here бн but the circle of social awareness grows just a wee bit wider. A solid story boasting handsome illustrations. (Three-star review.) Video Librarian, May/June, 2004 |
Based on Ann McGovern's picture book (1997), this affecting production uses iconographic animation to capture Marni Backer's softly hued, muted illustrations. Narrator Laz Harris' quiet retelling sets a perfect mood. This fine adaptation is a good starting point for discussion about homelessness and related issues. Booklist, July, 2004 |
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