CARDBOARD by Doug Tenappel (Scholastic, August 2012)takes readers into a remarkable world where a seemingly simple cardboard box can be transformed into something much more. Cam's father, out of work and desperate, purchases an empty cardboard box from a rather strange salesman. The box comes with warnings which, of course, will be ignored for the sake of the story. Cam and his father fashion a figure from the cardboard, a figure that comes to life. There are complications aplenty in this nifty story that ultimately lets readers know that good and evil are not easily separated. Tennapel's skill with storytelling with visuals and bare text makes this a memorable reading experience. <184>
What a way to get one's imagination started. Does this book come with instructions on how to create figues? I think this book sounds wonderful and exciting. I will definately look into it.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read this book. I think that it would be a great read for young boys.
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Very interesting plot! I love the idea of creating something with cardboard after reading the book :)
ReplyDeleteKids and boxes! A perfect match. I'm curious to know what the box turned into.
ReplyDeleteSOunds like a great story, makes me think of Jumangi.
ReplyDeleteAlways loved playing in cardboard boxes! Think it would be a great read!
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