"You’ve got a fine idea [in ‘Snickerdoodle’]…"
(Pete Seeger, American folklorist.
From personal letter.)
"I well appreciate your Snickerdoodle project."
(The
late Dr. Seuss, Theodor S. Geisel. From personal letter, 1983.)
"Snickerdoodle is America's storytelling at
its best. Snickerdoodle tales will bring America's
traditional patriotic characters forth to young students and
teach values and problem-solving skills at the same time. Snickerdoodle
encourages good listening skills and a positive 'can-do' attitude
for children. My kindergarten and first grade students really
enjoyed the adventure."
(Elementary Library Media Specialist, Fairfax County, VA Public
Schools)
"Snickerdoodle books would be an inspiration to
all children. That’s what the children in our
community need—inspiration to feel good about themselves
as they are growing up in neighborhoods where violence and hardship
is, unfortunately, part of the landscape."
(DeDe Hicks, CEO of The Volunteer Center, community agency
serving at-risk children in Torrance, CA)
"The spirit in each of these stories is very uplifting.
I enjoy the fact that this ‘pee-wee’ hero does help
the children keep in mind that they’re never too little to
make a difference.
The read-along CD is a lot of fun to listen to with the engaging
music and voices. This resource is invaluable to help children
use their imaginations and build their self esteem when they face
bullies or other seemingly impossible situations."
(Danielle Richmond, Programs Services Specialist, Clarkesville-Habersham
County Library, Clarkesville, GA)
"Those stories and their colorful heritage need to be kept
alive! We all need a superhero, young and old---probably
now more than ever!"
(Marty Hatcher, Art Teacher, Houston, TX)
"The magic, the tiny size, the uniqueness, the heroism must
have something for children, no matter the times."
(Professor
of Child Development/Children’s Literature,
Stephens College, Columbia, MO)
"I found this book to be a useful
addition to my teaching of tall tales and their characteristics.
The students in my classroom especially liked the rap about Snickerdoodle
that is included on the CD."
(C. Motes, Second Grade Teacher, Dallas, TX)
"As a teacher I have found this book to be an exciting addition
to my classroom library. The illustrations are imaginative, and
the story engages my students from the beginning to the end. As
an art teacher, I am always looking for great adventures for my
students to explore in literature and further in paintings. Snickerdoodle
is a great place to start young imaginations. This is an exceptional
volume. I would recommend it to kids of all ages."
(Elementary Art Teacher, Kentucky, USA)
"A beautifully illustrated volume presenting a time honored
art form. Stories about giants, unicorns, and tall tales enrich
the imaginary life of children. This book [Snickerdoodle] has brought
tremendous joy to young art students in my classes, who interpreted
and expanded each story with their own imagination. I highly recommend
this book and use it myself in my classroom."
(Professor of Art Education, USA)
Excerpted Reviews From Trade Media…
"... wholesome,
feel-good stories… . Each tale concludes with an inspirational
message, 'Snickerdoodle's BIG message for Little Guys.'"
(School Library Journal)
" His message for 'little guys'…is
that…'real power shines within you.' This message
also includes the notion that kindness, friendliness, and humor
can make peace, and that a pee-wee can be a superhero… Teachers
may find much to do with this package [of storybooks, CD, activity
book, and lesson plans]."
(Reviewed
by Ken and Sylvia Marantz for Children’s Literature
Comprehensive Database, at www.childrenslit.com)
