Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (Book & CD)

Author: Bill Martin Jr.

Brand: Walker Childrens

Edition: Pap/Com

Binding: Paperback

Release Date: 04-08-2009

Part Number: 9781427207265

Details: Product DescriptionWith more than 7 million copies in print in various formats and languages, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Is one of the most treasured children’s books of all time. Now, more than 40 years after its first printing, this classic is finally available in a new, affordable paperback and CD edition. The narration, provided by Academy Award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow, comes from a Grammy-nominated recording, which is sure to bring warmth and humor to children and parents alike.A special bonus Spanish-language track is included on the audio CD.ReviewRead this to your toddler or sit back and listen as Gwyneth Paltrow does the many voices of the creatures in this classic. (Oppenheim Toy Portfolio on Book and CD Set, 2009 Best Audio, Gold Award Winner)From the images adorning the CD itself to the engaging background music to the three distinct narrations, including one in Spanish, this is a production to savor…Youngsters can pour over Eric Carle’s beloved illustrations while listening. (AudioFile)Make a memorable listening experience! (Learning magazine)Perfect for popping in the CD changer and handing your tot the book version for car rides, Gwynnie brings these animal tales to life the way a true mom (or dad) always does – by doing all the ‘voices.’ (Babble.com on Brown Bear & Friends)About the AuthorBill Martin Jr was an elementary-school principal, a teacher, writer, and poet. His many bestselling classics are a testament to his ability to speak directly to children and have left a legacy to generations to come. Eric Carle’s innovative books have earned him a place in the canon of classic children’s literature. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? was the first book he illustrated; he then went on to write and illustrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Grouchy Ladybug, as well as many other books for children.From AudioFileChildren love the predictability of this story of one colorful animal who is looking at another . . . who is looking at another . . . From the images adorning the CD itself to the engaging background music to the three distinct narrations, including one in Spanish, this is a production to savor. Gwyneth Paltrow gently personalizes each animal with pauses and emphasis, and a chorus of children provides a variety of additional voices. Bill Martin, Jr., himself also reads his story with a rich, even voice that makes the repetition pop. The Spanish version is perky and enunciated carefully. Youngsters can pore over Eric Carle’s beloved illustrations while listening. A.R. AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine

EAN: 9781427207265

Package Dimensions: 10.6 x 9.1 x 0.3 inches

Languages: English