Items related to If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Synopsis
What makes a boy into a man?
Courage.
Confidence.
Patience.
Integrity...
For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves.
In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Charles R. Smith Jr. is an acclaimed poet and the Coretta Scott King Award–winning illustrator of My People, a picture book based on the poem by Langston Hughes. He is also the illustrator of If, the author and photographer of I Am the World, and he won the Coretta Scott King Author Honor for his book Twelve Rounds To Glory. He grew up in California and attended the Brooks Institute of Photography. A magazine and book cover photographer in addition to a picture book creator, Charles lives with his wife and kids in Poughkeepsie, New York. Visit him at CharlesRSmithJr.com.
Reviews
Grade 4–6—Kipling's powerful poem comes to life for a contemporary audience in atmospheric photographs that use the metaphor of sports. A lovely shot of a boy heading a soccer ball accompanies the opening couplet: "If you can keep your head/when all about you/are losing theirs/and blaming it on you…." The mood and actions in most of the illustrations clearly invoke the verse, although two are murky and enigmatic. Shadows and dispersed light are used artfully and, interestingly, all of the people have their backs to the camera or appear in profile; their anonymity confirms the sense of universality found in the poem. The attractive presentation includes an eye-catching cover, a blend of font sizes in alternating black or white print, and a judicious use of white space that gives the eye some rest between the many action-filled images. In a thoughtful afterword, Smith explains why he chose to interpret this particular poem. Teachers and parents will enjoy sharing this book with kids; it is a good vehicle to promote discussion.—Kirsten Cutler, Sonoma County Library, CA
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Stock Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Fair. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). What makes a boy into a man? Courage. Confidence. Patience. Integrity. For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves. In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most. Seller Inventory # 00109229299
Stock Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). What makes a boy into a man? Courage. Confidence. Patience. Integrity. For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves. In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most. Seller Inventory # 00108792219
Seller Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Published by
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0689877994
ISBN 13: 9780689877995
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.0689877994.VG
Seller Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Published by
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0689877994
ISBN 13: 9780689877995
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.0689877994.VG
Stock Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). What makes a boy into a man? Courage. Confidence. Patience. Integrity. For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves. In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most. Seller Inventory # CIN0689877994G
Stock Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Fair. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). What makes a boy into a man? Courage. Confidence. Patience. Integrity. For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves. In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most. Seller Inventory # CIN0689877994A
Stock Image
If : A Father's Advice to His Son
Published by
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2007
ISBN 10: 0689877994
ISBN 13: 9780689877995
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2425751-75
Stock Image
If : A Father's Advice to His Son
Published by
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2007
ISBN 10: 0689877994
ISBN 13: 9780689877995
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 7467207-6
Stock Image
If: A Father's Advice to His Son
Published by
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0689877994
ISBN 13: 9780689877995
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # K01M-00301
Stock Image
If
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Smith Jr., Charles R. (illustrator). If This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780689877995
Buy Used
US$ 4.78
US$ 2.68 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available