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Grace was a girl who loved stones. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for All Ages, April 16 2002

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This review is from: Amazing Grace (Reading Rainbow Books) (Hardcover)

I read this book to three children I tutored in Washington, DC and they loved it even though they were in three different age groups. Especially, the great illustrations and positive storyline.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Grace, April 14 2002

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This review is from: Amazing Grace (Reading Rainbow Books) (Hardcover)

This is a wonderful book for all ages of kids. It is a short story that all children can relate to. We need more books that teach kids that they can do anything they want if they just put their heart and mind to it. Anything is possible and our kids need to learn that more. Thank you for the story.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Beauty of Childhood Superbly Done, Jun 30 2000

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Reginald D. Garrard "the G-man" (Camilla, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Amazing Grace (Reading Rainbow Books) (Hardcover)

A child's imagination is one of the purest forms of expression. Author Hoffman has captured that innocence in this superb tale. Grace, like so many youngsters, spends much of her day in the pleasures of "acting out" the characters that populate the pages of the books she reads. She feels that she can do and be anything that she desires. The theme of pursuing one's dreams is the type of message to which all can relate.

As one turns the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, one can enjoy the little girl's imaginary adventures. When Grace learns of the part in "Peter Pan," the reader is able to identify with this as a part of school life. The illustrator has also balanced the classroom with children of varied ethnic and racial backgrounds. This is a plus in the age of being "politically correct."

The language of the book is reflective with the age of the intended reading audience. With a little adult help, the average primary child will "read" this one with great relish.

The resolve of the adults in the family to encourage Grace in pursuit of her dreams is refreshing. Most of us let barriers prevent us from doing the same.

This is one great children's book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars An "amazing" book!
This is an excellent children's book. I use it every year in my classroom because my students can identify so well with Grace. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute treasure!!
I use this book in the classroom for kids grades 4-6. It was difficult to find a book about role models for the class that wasn't:t A) Being really obvious about the topic. Read more