Items related to Writing: A Fact and Fun Book
Synopsis
A non-fiction book for children
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Heather Collins has illustrated more than 50 children's books, including the My First Look at Nature series and Gold Rush Fever. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6-- An intriguing, well-organized survey of the written word--from how a fax machine works to handwriting analysis to graffiti, with accompanying projects to extend hands-on understanding. Although "authorship" is a subject heading provided in the CIP data, actually only a small section is devoted to the craft of writing. Rather, the focus is on the mechanics, such as pens, pencils, paper, typewriters, computers, plus ancient and pictorial forms. The history of the written word and of books and printing, the role of libraries, and such issues as censorship and literacy are also mentioned. Handsomely designed, with lively pencil illustrations and much browsing appeal, this book could fuel the interest of readers not previously attracted to the subject. It is a good choice for anyone needing light, accessible background material to complement manuals such as Bauer's excellent guide to the craft of writing, What's Your Story? (Clarion, 1992). --Susan H. Patron, Los Angeles Public Library
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherKids Can Press
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 1550740520
- ISBN 13 9781550740523
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages96
- IllustratorCollins Heather
(No Available Copies)
Search Books: Create a WantIf you know the book but cannot find it on AbeBooks, we can automatically search for it on your behalf as new inventory is added. If it is added to AbeBooks by one of our member booksellers, we will notify you!
Create a Want
