Into the Jungle - Softcover

Hindley, Judy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0763600210 ISBN 13: 9780763600211

Publisher: Candlewick, 1996

Synopsis

As they walk softly through the jungle, two children observe snakes, chimpanzees, a cockatoo, and other animals

About this title

From Publishers Weekly:

This quietly suspenseful picture book takes young readers on an enlightening jungle safari. Two children are cautioned about going into the jungle: "Go carefully. / Walk softly." The narrator continues to provide hints for a safe journey ("Don't look behind you"; "Sneak quietly beneath the vines"). The curious kids tentatively wend their way through the green, imagining--but never really seeing--the beasts that the narrator suggests could be lurking. They emerge triumphant, having completed more than one kind of trip. Hindley's ( A Piece of String Is a Wonderful Thing ) unfettered text is marked by strong rhythms and fine pacing, shrouding the seemingly slight tale in mystery. Epp's depictions of a peaceful animal community, meanwhile, should allay any fears conjured up by the text. The oil-and-gesso paintings of her debut book have an almost pencil/scratchboard effect. The artist's childlike figures perfectly match the naive mood of the protagonists, and her palette of myriad greens shows inventive variety. Young adventurers will enjoy pointing out animals, some hidden in the trees, and will no doubt find new discoveries on repeat outings. Ages 3-up.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal:

PreSchool-Grade 2-A boy and girl walk hand in hand through the jungle as Hindley describes various animals hiding in the dense foliage. Even though these creatures are supposed to be camouflaged, they are clearly visible in each illustration, even when the text states that "you'll never see them." Finding them will not challenge even the youngest listeners. The text goes on to state that only the gentlest animals gather to drink at the pool, yet a tiger is among them. (Where would the other animals drink, anyway?) The illustrations are as unimpressive as the narrative. Epp's rendering of what are apparently raccoons is especially poor, as are her depiction of a species that is unidentified and completely unrecognizable, but appears to be wearing diapers. Skip this one.
George Delalis, Chicago Public Library
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Candlewick
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0763600210
• ISBN 13: 9780763600211
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Epps Melanie