Official Review: The Word Collector by Evelyn Dunbar Webb

gali · Post by **gali** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:11

A kids' book about collecting and sharing words sounds good! I love kids' books that convey lessons and improve vocabulary in a fun way, as this one seems to do. It is great that kids can learn new vocabulary and experience it via examples at the same time. I agree that the illustrations are awesome! The attention to detail is another bonus.
It sounds like a great book for kids. Thank you for the review!

DancingLady · Post by **DancingLady** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:33

Sounds like a fun book for teachers especially. Kids love something more creative than traditional vocabulary lessons.

LoisCHenderson · Post by **LoisCHenderson** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:37

Your review made me chuckle - you so truly enter into the spirit of the thing! Nice work!

ccrews0408 · Post by **ccrews0408** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:40

Lovely review! The story sounds fun and delightful and I love the cover. I may have to get this one for my girls!

Isy01 · Post by **Isy01** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:43

Good I love the vocabulary n its concept. And it is Rich.

Manang Muyang · Post by **Manang Muyang** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:46

The illustrations are definitely lovely. Priscilla reminds me of another favorite avian, Big Bird. I am sure kids will enjoy learning the words. But I do not know if they can relate well to the notebooks (not the electronic kind).

I am off to read the rest of the book and find me a leprechaun's legendary pot of gold.

Thanks for the endearing review, BookishCreature!

Libs_Books · Post by **Libs_Books** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:52

I agree that the book has a great message, and the illustrations are lovely. However, as you say, some of the words are very challenging – they're taken out of context, which is not good for beginner readers. Perhaps this is a book for parents to share with children, but I don't think I would have appreciated when I was a child.

Ferdinand_Otieno · Post by **Ferdinand_Otieno** » 06 Apr 2018, 06:53

I had not planned to read the book but after reading the well crafted onlinebookclub review of the book, I find myself eager to read the book. Amazing review and I hope the book does not disappoint.

Heidi M Simone · Post by **Heidi M Simone** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:02

I love that Priscilla collects words, but has trouble sharing them. I hope she learns to share them! The pictures do look very inviting, and it's great to hear that the vocabulary and writing is simple and age-appropriate. This does seem like a good educational book, and the tie-in with friendship and creativity sounds like a well-rounded story. I'm glad that you were able to enjoy this one and you found it beneficial for those who like to inspire a love for words to children. Thank you for the lovely review!

anchor62 · Post by **anchor62** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:24

I completely agree with you on the educational value of this book. I downloaded this for my kids. The illustrations are adorable. I like the idea of them learning and reading at the same time. I hope the enjoy the words of this book (pun intended).

FilmStar · Post by **FilmStar** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:31

I may not read it because I'm not into children's books but I'm sure children will love this story.

isa3030 · Post by **isa3030** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:34

The book Word Collector written by Evelyn Dunbar Webb is for children,what happens when you are shy to share your words with others.Priscilla the Osrich faced this kind of confusion this book word collector.This pictoral efucational book is intended to teach children parts of speach -verb,noun etc within the age bracket of 6-9years .Priscilla write down every new words she come across ,but she wo't use them even to speak well ,will she ever learn to share the worsds she love? The good approach to fine review the book is a demostration here by the reviewer .The reviewer rated the author fantasticl noting the pictures so delighted here is sure ,it will attract little kids ,he rated the book simple and,appropriate with .4-4star ,this book will attract you.

kabuga · Post by **kabuga** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:43

Word collector is a nice book for the kids according to the review it explains that the book is specifically to teach kids more about English were the writer used characters in form of cartoons so as to refer more to kids,according to me the reviewer gave it a nice review expressing the likes and dislikes of the book,congratulations.

ADunham · Post by **ADunham** » 06 Apr 2018, 07:54

The Word Collector by Evelyn Dunbar Webb is an excellent children's book. I have never come across its like in my childhood, my sisters, or in my sons. Introducing kids to a variety of common and new words not to mention word categories is a fantastic idea. Not only does it introduce children into learning to write as well as read but it encourages friendship and the sharing of knowledge. I actually cannot wait to read this to my son today. I would recommend this to parents everywhere to help influence a new generation of readers and writers.