What a Wonderful World

by Bob Thiele, George David Weiss, Tim Hopgood (Illustrator)

Overview

First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, "What a Wonderful World" has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, beautiful art, this book is sure to be a hit. Perfect for sharing!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781627792561
Publisher:	Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication date:	12/16/2014
Pages:	28
Sales rank:	34,004
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 6.40(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	2 - 5 Years

About the Author

Tim Hopgood was six years old when he first heard Louis Armstrong's recording of "What a Wonderful World." Years later his daughter found a recording of the song in a flea market and gave it to him as a present. As soon as he heard Louis Armstrong's gravelly voice sing the first few lines, he knew he wanted to capture the joy of the song in a picture book

Editorial Reviews

…with sweet new illustrations by the British illustrator Tim Hopgood, [What a Wonderful World] will lend itself to many happy read-aloud sessions…Each page is a soft riot of color…

The New York Times - Maria Russo

Praise for Wow! Said the Owl:
 
“With a satisfying night-to-day-to-night cycle, the book not only reinforces the concepts of colors but also provides a sense of security of the way things are supposed to be in the world. The repeated refrain of 'Wow!' throughout the book will elicit a chorus among young listeners at storytime.” —Booklist
 
“Straightforward and flowing, this title makes a satisfying introduction to the colors of the day.”
—School Library Journal
 
“This sweet, wonder-filled picture book will make a good addition to toddler storytime and a perfect bedtime read, too.” —The Horn Book

From the Publisher

01/01/2015
PreS-Gr 2—As a tribute to a favorite song, made famous by Louis Armstrong, Hopgood has illustrated the lyrics in a candy-colored retro fashion reminiscent of the It's a Small World ride at Disneyland. Unlike Ashley Bryan's version, with its emphasis on multicultural community, this book features a lone, olive-skinned boy who bonds with nature. A blue bird accompanies him on his adventures among friendly animals, lovely landscapes, and just a few children of varying skin tones. Although a recording is not included, the pacing of page turns will work well when paired with Armstrong's singing. The large trim size evokes the generosity of spirit of the song itself. A solid addition to most collections.—Heidi Estrin, Congregation B'nai Israel, Boca Raton, FL

School Library Journal