V Is for Volunteer: A Tennessee Alphabet (Discover America State By State. Alphabet Series)

Rating:
Summary: G is for Great Book!
Review: "V is for Volunteer" is a wonderful new addition to the selection of books about Tennessee. As a teacher and librarian, I can see many uses for this book. As a Tennesseean, Michael Shoulders has done an excellent job of finding interesting Tennessee people, places, and items for each letter of the alphabet. Even young children will recognize people they know of, such as Elvis, or places they have visited such as Nashville. The text provides an excellent read-aloud for any grade level, but the information on the end pages provides extra information that would be valueable for reports for upper grades. Adults and children alike will love this book!

Rating:
Summary: G is for Great Book!
Review: "V is for Volunteer" is a wonderful new addition to the selection of books about Tennessee. As a teacher and librarian, I can see many uses for this book. As a Tennesseean, Michael Shoulders has done an excellent job of finding interesting Tennessee people, places, and items for each letter of the alphabet. Even young children will recognize people they know of, such as Elvis, or places they have visited such as Nashville. The text provides an excellent read-aloud for any grade level, but the information on the end pages provides extra information that would be valueable for reports for upper grades. Adults and children alike will love this book!

Rating:
Summary: Not just for Tennesseeans
Review: This book can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to learn more about the state of Tennessee. The neat thing about it is that the rhyming text will delight toddlers, but the information in the sidebars can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Mr. Shoulders takes us from Beale Street to the Trail of Tears. It's an informative journey enhanced by Langton's illustrations. Especially pleasing are those that deal with nature. I highly recommend this book.

Rating:
Summary: Not Just for Tennnesseeans
Review: This book will be valuable for anyone interested in learning more about the state of Tennessee. Mr. Shoulders takes the reader from Beale Street to the Trail of Tears. The neat thing is that the rhyming verse will be enjoyed by toddlers, but people of all ages will appreciate the information in the sidebars. The illustrations are very good, especailly those dealing with nature. I highly recommend this book.