A is for Annabelle: A Doll's Alphabet

by Tasha Tudor, Tasha Tudor (Illustrator)

Overview

A IS FOR ANNABELLE, GRANDMOTHER'S DOLL,

B FOR HER BOX ON THE CHEST IN THE HALL.

Learn the alphabet from A to Z with the help of Annabelle the doll. Each gorgeously illustrated spread features one of her favorite things. With an antique box, a parasol, and yarn for mending, children can learn the alphabet in grand style.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780689869969
Publisher:	Aladdin
Publication date:	06/01/2004
Series:	Tasha Tudor Collection Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	9.12(w) x 6.87(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	8 Years

About the Author

Tasha Tudor (1915–2008) was a Caldecott artist with more than ninety books to her credit. She was known across the world for her glowing watercolor depictions of the American rural scene of a century ago and for her exquisite paintings of children, flowers, and animals. Tasha Tudor was also the illustrator of A Child’s Garden of Verses, The Night Before Christmas, The Springs of Joy, A Time to Keep, The Dolls’ Christmas, All for Love, Pumpkin Moonshine, A is for Annabelle, and 1 is One, a Caldecott Honor Book.

Editorial Reviews

Two little girls discover the wondrous charms of grandmother's doll and the magic of the alphabet in this splendid tale. Recounting all of her favorite things, Annabelle the doll teaches the ABC's with a sweet spirit and elegant style.

Renowned illustrator Tasha Tudor outdoes herself with the charming detail of the lovely doll. Using her signature technique of exquisite watercolors, Tudor illustrates cloaks, dresses, and hats in beautiful splendor. Each page features a pretty oval trim of flowers such as roses and daffodils. Details such as Annabelle sleeping under her quilt in her bed or taking a stroll under the umbrella with the two little ladies reflect Tudor's love of all dolls. As Annabelle is shown throughout the house, young readers will appreciate the grand life of this little doll and learn that the alphabet can be simply extraordinary.

bn.com

Doll lovers of all ages will welcome the alphabet book homage A Is for Annabelle by Tasha Tudor, starring an exquisitely appointed doll and her accoutrements. Originally published in 1954, the volume alternates full-color spreads with b&w drawings, all steeped in Tudor's customary charm. (July) Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.

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