Illustrated
by: George Littlechild
Summary:
The
story is set in the Pacific Northwest and is about two boys who injure a
raven. After the raven escapes a
mysterious and imposing man confronts the two boys. After taking the stranger home to their
parents, the boys were told a story of another man that had mistreated the
ravens.
This
man had been mean to the ravens because he thought that no one liked him. For his misdeeds, he was transformed into a
raven and only then did he discover that he was truly liked by the other
villagers. This had changed the man, now bird, for the better and from that
time on he watched over his people. With the lesson learned, the man leaves the
brothers and strangely had he had come.
Personal
Evaluation:
Pros:
I
was particularly interested in the story line as it brings Pacific Northwest
folklore forward to help children today see the value of all life both big and
small. The story is fairly easy to
follow as the brothers are told the story.
The
illustrations are perfect in bringing the story to life. The simple shapes and vivid colors add motion
and warmth. At times, I can see a child putting
the book down and attempt to recreate the beautiful artwork through the book.
Cons:
The
only issue I had with the story was the use of tobacco by the man. The description of the man smoking adds a
level of authenticity to the story.
However I feel that it’s a bit out of place in a children’s book or at
the least have it represented on a smaller scale.
Final:
Overall
this is a great book to teach young children important life lessons. Even the addition of tobacco use can be used to
teach even though I listed it as a con.
Both story and artwork brings this wonderful tale to life and with that
children’s imaginations.
Additional
Information:
Publisher:
Children's Book Press (1997)
ISBN:
0892391448
Book
Type: 32 Page; Color Hardcover
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