Words - Softcover

Rozler, Lora

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0994757603 ISBN 13: 9780994757609

Publisher: Words Publishing, 2015

Synopsis

In this emotional and highly visual picture book, a lonely letter sets off on a journey to find meaning. As it encounters various letter combinations, it is confronted by two distinct paths and must make an important choice. Readers of all ages will be captivated by this simple, yet high concept, rich story that explores universal themes of discovery, relationships and the need to belong, with an underlying message about bullying. Both timeless and original, Words is an evocative tale about how letters become words and words create meaning - meaning which could ultimately build or destroy.

About this title

About the Author

Lora Rozler is an elementary school teacher whose passion for writing and art began at a young age and followed her into the classroom. When she is not busy teaching or running around the vibrant city of Toronto with her two children, she enjoys fiddling with words, crafting them into whimsical poems and stories. To learn more and watch an animated reading of Words, visit her website.

Review

"In my career as a teacher, author and literacy consultant, I have read a lot ofchildren's books - a lot. I use many in my classroom and recommend countlessstories to teachers at workshops. I've found through my extensive experiencewith children's books that some stand out more than others; some for theirbeautiful illustrations, some make great read-alouds and others are perfectconnecting books. Occasionally, I read a book that I refer to as transforming -a book that immediately takes up permanent residence in my heart and mind.Lora Rozler's WORDS is one of those books. It is quiet. It is important. 
Every child, teacher, parent and school principal should read it and discover itsuniversal messages of belonging and bullying. It is a book that will stimulaterich, thoughtful, honest discussions about the words we choose to say and theimpact they have on those we say them to. Words can hurt or heal, they cancraft love or hate. It is as simple and powerful as that."
Adrienne GearTeacher/Literacy ConsultantAuthor of the Reading Power and Writing Power seriesVancouver, B.C.

Powerful, profound, and poetic are words that immediately come to mind when characterizing Lora Rozler's must-read book Words. There are few authors who have the masterful ability to, in one fell swoop, captivate an audience, teach a timeless lesson, and touch the human heart - all of which Ms Rozler has impeccable accomplished through little e's transformative journey. My Grade 5 students were fortunate enough to get a sneak-peak of Words, and needless to say, they were enthralled, mesmerized and moved. This seemingly simple book throws a powerful punch, compelling its readers to reflect on the significance of words and its witting and unwitting impact, especially as it pertains to the element of choice. Bravo Ms Rozler! I am most confident that you will soon become a household name!Genie Kim

This book is a wonderful tool to teach children, and even adults, the power of our words! I love how the simplicity of your story and pictures allows your message to be accessible by even the youngest of readers, and yet can be used to teach older children (and remind adults) that we all have a choice and that our words and actions do have a real impact on others. As a teacher and parent I thank you, and look forward to sharing your book and spreading your powerful message of how precious our words are! Amazing job Lora!Michelle

This is absolutely beautiful Lora! I love the idea of the "journey" the letter "e" takes to form a word that can have positive or negative connotations and also the message that we always have a choice, and sometimes the only option is to "love". Amazing written!Deepa

About this edition

• Publisher: Words Publishing
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0994757603
• ISBN 13: 9780994757609
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 46
• Illustrator: Rozler Lora