Selina and the Bear Paw Quilt - Hardcover

Smucker, Barbara

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0517709104 ISBN 13: 9780517709108

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1996

Synopsis

Illustrated in full color. Selina's family has a conflict of its own when the American Civil War breaks out--they are Mennonites and their religion forbids them to go to war. Learning that they are in danger, Selina's father decides to move the family to Canada, where they can start a new life free from religious persecution. Before they leave, Selina's grandmother presents her with a patchwork quilt, a gift linking the generations. Authentic quilt designs frame each of the illustrations in this moving story about family values and the importance of passing on traditions.  

About this title

From the Back Cover:

"The idyllic pictures are bordered by brilliantly colored, minutely detailed, real quilt patterns of astonishing variety. An introduction explains the history, but the real focus is on the illustrations, which show and tell the beauty of the quilts."--Booklist

"The study of quilts is often used to link social studies, math, and art and a multicultural approach to history should certainly include the Mennonites."--School Library Journal

About the Author:

Barbara Smucker is a Fitzhenry and Whiteside author.

About this edition

• Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0517709104
• ISBN 13: 9780517709108
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 40