One, Two, Three - Hardcover

Slaughter, Tom

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9780887766640: One, Two, Three
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0887766641 ISBN 13: 9780887766640
Publisher: Tundra Books, 2003

Synopsis

Created in deceptively simple paper cuts, this is a counting book with a difference: each image is not only an introduction to numerals but also to the shapes and colors of modern art. Small children, and those with an interest in modern art, will find much to enjoy in this gorgeous picture book.

Tom Slaughter’s vibrant prints are in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum. This, his first children’s book, was inspired by the paper cuts of Matisse, Dick Bruna, the art of his late brother-in-law – the renowned fabric artist, Tim Jocelyn – as well as the work of his wife, Marthe Jocelyn, creator of Hannah and the Seven Dresses and Hannah’s Collections.

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About the Author

Tom Slaughter’s work has been exhibited in the United States, Europe, Japan, and Canada. His prints are in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum. He is married to children’s book author Marthe Jocelyn and has two daughters. He divides his time between New York City and Stratford, Ontario. One, Two, Three is Tom Slaughter’s first book for children.

From the Back Cover

Created in deceptively simple paper cuts, this is a counting book with a difference: each image is not only an introduction to numerals but also to the shapes and colors of modern art. Small children, and those with an interest in modern art, will find much to enjoy in this gorgeous picture book.
Tom Slaughter's vibrant prints are in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum. This, his first children's book, was inspired by the paper cuts of Matisse, Dick Bruna, the art of his late brother-in-law - the renowned fabric artist, Tim Jocelyn - as well as the work of his wife, Marthe Jocelyn, creator of "Hannah and the Seven Dresses and "Hannah's Collections.

From the Inside Flap

Created in deceptively simple paper cuts, this is a counting book with a difference: each image is not only an introduction to numerals but also to the shapes and colors of modern art. Small children, and those with an interest in modern art, will find much to enjoy in this gorgeous picture book.

Tom Slaughter?s vibrant prints are in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum. This, his first children?s book, was inspired by the paper cuts of Matisse, Dick Bruna, the art of his late brother-in-law ? the renowned fabric artist, Tim Jocelyn ? as well as the work of his wife, Marthe Jocelyn, creator of Hannah and the Seven Dresses and Hannah?s Collections.

Reviews

PreSchool-K-In his first book for children, a noted artist presents a counting book on its purest level. He shows the number and a corresponding quantity of objects on full-page spreads, ranging from 1 to 10. This work is deceptively simple, since each object depicted also has that same quantity it represents within itself. For example, one apple also has one stem, one leaf, and one bite missing. Four buttons each have four holes for an oversized needle and thread to lace through. However, some of the spreads are potentially confusing. The seven stripes on seven fish alternate in black and white, and children may count only the black or only the white ones, coming up three or four short. Therefore, the book would work best if shared with children by visually literate adults. Slaughter's collages present basic examples of various design techniques, such as the use of negative/positive space and the old adage, "less is more." The paper cuts are bold, simple, and striking. This title would work well for sharing with older students who are learning about basic artistic concepts. Despite its flaws, this is a unique addition to the counting-book genre and will be of interest to a wide audience.
Rachel G. Payne, New York Public Library
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Publisher
Tundra Books
Publication date
2003
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0887766641
ISBN 13 
9780887766640
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
24
Rating
  • 3.89 out of 5 stars
    19 ratings by Goodreads