Word After Word After Word Audiobook

" Wonderful short book by the author of Sarah, Plain and Tall. Meant for children in grades 3-5, but great for adults, too. The characters learn from a visiting author that all of them have the ability to express themselves through writing. As they reveal their feelings about the events in their lives, they grow closer to their classmates and to their parents/teachers. "

" Endearing and inspiring little book on writing for elementary age children. I read in one half hour setting at the breakfast table. Upon completion I wanted to promptly take out a wide-ruled notebook and pencil and WRITE! Awe, to be so open and sweet and willing again. Maybe. "

" I was expecting something else from this book. Although I enjoyed the short read, I was hoping for more information about working with children who love to read and/or write. I am developing a curriculum for 8-12 year old kids on the love of reading, writing and perhaps illustration. "

" Great kids book - I'm going to read this to my students to start the school year! "

" In Word After Word After Word, Patricia MacLachlan teaches us about the power of words, of writing, by showing us the impact it has on five children's lives. This is a short, simple chapter book, only 120-some pages. I think kids will enjoy it and get something out of it too, especially those who already lean toward writing and making up stories or journalling. It makes me want to write my own story. "

" A group of kids learn more about themselves as writers as they respond to a writer who comes to their class to teach them. OK, just didn't get all that into it, and I haven't seen kids get that excited about it either. "

" MacLachlan has a wonderful way of making meaningful stories with such simple writing. This had believable characters and beautiful language. "

" Kind of a fun book that you could use to encourage young writers. "

" When poet Ms. Mirabel visits a fourth-grade class, friends come to know the power of words and the depth of friendship. Another short but sweet MacLachlan classic. "

" this is a self-important little book...nice message, about the power of words as conveyed to a group of 4th graders by a visiting writer...but these 4th graders seem too wise for their age. "

" Great book for the writing teacher "

" thought it was a wonderful simple book about words and the importance of them. "

" fast-paced story with great characters in this book about writing "

" Patricia Maclachlan never dissapoints. I aspire to be like Ms. Mirabel! I think I will read this book to my class of 4th graders when I return from Christmas break. We all need to be reminded that writing is so much more than for a TAKS test! "

" A great book about writing in the context of a classroom learning from a visiting poet. Middle school teachers could easily read this book aloud to students to convey key writing c oncepts (write what you know!), and younger ones will glean special skills from a good story!!! "

" Fantastic read-aloud--especially for 4th grade. "

" A lovely story by MacLachlan that is a must read if you teach writing. The importance of looking deeper at what we write and choosing what we write. "

" So so good. This book brought tears to my eyes. "

" A group of kids learn more about themselves as writers as they respond to a writer who comes to their class to teach them. OK, just didn't get all that into it, and I haven't seen kids get that excited about it either. "

" A group of fourth grade friends learn about writing when a guest author comes to teach their class. Each has a special reason for wanting to learn how to be a good writer. "

" A must read for any teacher or student of writing! "

" Fantastic read-aloud--especially for 4th grade. "

" I sent this book over to my son's 4th grade teacher. I just love that MacLachlan uses writing as the catalyst for student interest. This would be a fantastic read aloud before beginning a writer's workshop. Each chapter lends itself to a lesson about poetry, writing, and life. "

" thought it was a wonderful simple book about words and the importance of them. "

" Great read aloud for the kids. "

" Excellent book to use a resource with kids who are learning about writing. But otherwise, a bit didactic (for my tastes) to read purely for enjoyment. "

" I really enjoyed this book...if I had read this as a child I would have been inspired to write. "

" Excellent choice for use with a classroom of potential writers! "