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Three Stories about Hair
illustrated by husband Paul Brewer
"This whimsical collection features three short stories about hair, accompanied by bright, exaggerated illustrations. Kevin doesn't want a haircut; Ramón and his friends agree on hair problems that can make you scream; and Helen is fascinated by everyone's hair. An endnote provides interesting hair facts."
--Book Links magazine
How to Trick or Treat in Outer Space
illustrated by Paul Brewer
M is for Music
From pop to classical, jazz to folk and everything in between, Krull's (Lives of the Musicians) hip, witty abecedary offers readers an eclectic smorgasbord of musical tastes, terms, instruments, luminaries and more. First-time illustrator Innerst not only maintains the material's nimble tempo, but his slyly humorous, slightly abstract oil and acrylic illustrations give the minimal text a sophisticated spin. The textured brushwork and subdued color create a kind of deadpan delivery for funny spot illustrations-as in a Valkyrie shattering glass ("Vv is for voice and vibration"), a pair of hula-skirted ukuleles dancing on a beach ("Uu is for ukuleles in unison") or a portrait of a pained-looking Mozart plugging his ears as a chorus belts out a melody. Each central image or theme is bolstered by a sprinkling of alphabetically related words. "Aa is for anthem," for instance, features an accordion player and Louis Armstrong alongside such words as "allegro," "alto" and "a cappella." - Publisher's Weekly
The Ode to Joy
Pot o’ Gold
Awards, Reviews & Quotes:
"A real treasure." Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW"this anthology is carefully balanced, well documented, and liberally illustrated with watercolor paintings that are appealing to children without becoming sentimental" - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
“A bit of Irish Gold” - The Horn Book Guide January-June 2005
"[A] charmingly illustrated collection of all things Irish." - Library Media Connection
"a charming collection for any season." - The New York Times Book Review
“This is a pretty book, populated with fairies, leprechauns, and selkies. McPhail has captured the saturated greens of Ireland in all their misty, moist glory.” – Booklist
“Children will love the limericks and folk riddles. This is an eclectic grouping and an excellent introduction to the country’s culture. The author’s desire, to make the great literature of Ireland accessible to children, is well-fulfilled by this anthology.” – School Library Journal
V IS FOR VICTORY: AMERICA REMEMBERS WORLD WAR II
(ages 8-12, Knopf, 1995)
Nonfiction about how families experienced the major events of the war, with photos and memorabilia
Awards for V is for Victory
1996 Award for Distinguished Nonfiction from the Southern California Council on Literature for Children and Young PeopleNew York Public Library Books for the Teen Age
Bank Street College Books of the Year
Main selection, Children's Book of the Month Club
Featured selection, History Book Club
Selection of "God's World Book Club" for homeschoolers
Publishers Weekly, starred review
Part of Core Knowledge Curriculum, 7th grade
A KID’S GUIDE TO AMERICA’S BILL OF RIGHTS: CURFEWS, CENSORSHIP, AND THE 100-POUND GIANT (Avon, 1999)
This readable discussion of James Madison and the first ten amendments to the Constitution is perfect for students 9-12. Each amendment is introduced and discussed in terms of current social issues and concerns. The final chapter, entitled “When the Bill of Rights Goes Wrong,” describes changing social needs and the amendment process. Additional resources for young readers are specifically identified in the bibliography
Author statement: “Intriguing human interest stories help make real the concepts behind the Bill of Rights, a 200-year-old document that is as crucial today as when it was written, if not more so. The 462 words that form the Bill of Rights are like a key that helps you make sense of events in the news everyday. They really are important-- and very necessary to know about.”
WHAT THE REVIEWERS SAID
“Another book that every school library should own is A Kid’s Guide to America’s Bill of Rights (Avon Books) by Kathleen Krull. Krull describes the Bill of Rights as 462 words that help you make sense out of your everyday life. The writing is engaging and teenagers will identify with the Bill of Rights as topics such as curfews and censorship are presented. Her book also appeals to the middle-school audience with interesting trivia.”
-- Newsweek Magazine's Education Program, "Favorite Resources for Teaching the Constitution," 2005
“Beginning with the text of the Bill of Rights and an overview of its history and importance, the book is divided into chapters that focus on each amendment. Legal cases (often involving children's rights) are well explained, and helpful websites and phone numbers are included. Final chapters discuss later amendments and constitutional controversies. The casual prose and amusing illustrations make this a kid-friendly introduction.”
-- Horn Book“The challenge of both explaining the importance of the Bill of Rights and establishing its relevance for young people lies at the center of this fascinating book. Each of the initial ten amendments to the Constitution is explained in a manner that makes it understandable to a student audience. Through the use of anecdotes, sidebars, and related political topics, the Bill of Rights is brought to life. Issues such as freedom of expression, religious tolerance, rights of privacy, trial by a jury of ones peers, and student rights are described in a manner which is both clear and concise. The use of humorous illustrations highlights and makes vivid the importance of the Bill of Rights for all Americans. This book is eminently valuable for government or social studies class at the secondary grade level.”
----Children's LiteratureALEX FITZGERALD’S CURE FOR NIGHTMARES
ALEX FITZGERALD, TV STAR
two chapter books published by Troll, 1998, illustrated by Wendy Edelson
WHAT THE REVIEWERS SAID
“Wrapped around an important lesson, Krull’s pleasant, entertaining story incorporates several particularly nice touches” --Booklist“Krull has a good ear for dialogue”
--Kirkus Reviews“Readers can sympathize with Alex’s dreams of stardom,especially since they don't materialize. Brief chapters and short sentences make this a good choice for rookie readers, who may enjoy finding out about Hollywood’s star-making machinery.” --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
“This story would be a wonderful first chapter book for a young girl who wants to feel grown-up but is not quite ready for a lengthier book.” --Children's Literature
“A sensitive and upbeat handling of a problem that can plague any child, presented within an engaging school-activities plot” --Booklist
I HEAR AMERICA SINGING: FOLK SONGS FOR AMERICAN FAMILIES
Illustrated by Allen Garns
originally published as GONNA SING MY HEAD OFF
Reissued by Knopf, 2003, with an amazing CD
introduction by Arlo Guthrie
an ALA Notable Book
A Booklist Editors’ Choice
A School Library Journal Book of the Year
Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Blue Ribbon book
an IRA-CBC “Children’s Choice” and “Teacher’s Choice”
Book of the Month Club selectionI Hear America Singing: Incorporating Music into the Curriculum
“A joyful noise…musically infectious enough to inspire even the tone deaf to open up and howl.”
--USA Today“Kathleen Krull has collected all the best songs you ever sang. Whether it’s to share with your children or for singing in the shower, this one’s worth it.” ---Chicago Tribune
“Eminently singable…Easily playable…These songs were made for you and me!”
--The New York Times Book Review“This superbly edited songbook is akin to an invigorating musical tour of American history and American regions.” ---Publishers Weekly
“Krull is scrupulous in accounting for [the songs’] diverse origins… Even her instructions for singing are fun.” --Kirkus Reviews (starred)
“Work songs, love songs, ballads and blues, lullabies, spirituals, protest songs, and sheer nonsense make up this entertaining collection of 62 traditional and contemporary favorites.” -- Booklist (starred)
“The first serious collection for young readers since Ruth Crawford Seeger's memorable American Folk Songs for Children (Doubleday, 1980)…. Krull has amassed so many outstanding selections that no one will be disappointed…. Librarians, teachers, parents, and children who get a hold of this book are sure to sing their heads off.” -- School Library Journal (starred)
“Handsome, useful, unstuffy and lots of fun.” --Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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