Life

Name: Life
Brand: Recorded Books
Availability: InStock
Author: Cynthia Rylant
ISBN: 9781501995675

Author: Cynthia Rylant

Narrator: John McDonough

Unabridged: 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 12/15/2017

Categories: Children's Fiction, Animal Stories, Children's Social Themes, Science & Nature Stories

Synopsis

Cynthia Rylant explores the beauty and tenacity of life. Life begins small, then grows … There are so many wonderful things about life, both in good times and in times of struggle. Through the eyes of the world’s animals—including elephants, monkeys, whales, and more—Cynthia Rylant offers a moving meditation on finding beauty around us every day and finding strength in adversity. Brendan Wenzel’s stunning landscapes and engaging creatures make this an inspiring and intriguing gift for readers of all ages.

About Cynthia Rylant

Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, Brownie & Pearl, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel Missing May received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Lisa on August 20, 2019

What a lovely book. Perfect for a gift book for readers who are graduating, starting a new job, retiring, newly committed to vegan living, having had a recent loss or anyone going through a change, or experiencing painful feelings, and for anyone who appreciates nature. This lovely book can act as a......more

Goodreads review by Dave on October 02, 2017

Two picture book/children's book rock stars from two different generations, Rylant the storyteller ad Brendan Wenzel the illustrator, with a focus on life processes, seen through the eyes of animals who grow. "And if one day it seems nothing beautiful will ever come your way again trust the rabbit in th......more

Goodreads review by The Reading Countess on July 12, 2017

Cynthia Rylant can do no wrong. Absolutely stunning picture book with sparse words about the trials and tribulations of life. Child-friendly pictures of animals navigating the uncertain world would make this an easy entry point for child life counselors, or for poetry teachers 😉looking for a unique......more

Goodreads review by Richie on August 08, 2017

Richie’s Picks: LIFE by Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel, ill., Simon & Schuster/Beach Lane Books, June 2017, 48p., ISBN; 978-1-4814-5162-8 “Life is change How it differs from the rocks I’ve seen their ways too often for my liking. New worlds to gain My life is to survive And be alive For you” -- Paul Kan......more

Goodreads review by Abigail on August 13, 2019

"Life begins small," the narrator informs us at the opening of this lovely, contemplative picture-book exploration of the beauty, the struggle and the wonder of... life. The narrative is simple but powerful, offering observations and insights that work to make the reader consider life as an overarch......more