Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)
Linda Sue Park
(Author)
Istvan Banyai
(Illustrator)
Description
Sijo, a traditional Korean verse form, has a fixed number of stressed syllables and a humorous or ironic twist at the end. Like haiku, sijo are brief and accessible. The verses in this book illuminate funny, unexpected aspects of the everyday--of breakfast, houseplants, tennis, freshly washed socks. Carefully crafted and deceptively simple, Linda Sue Park's sijo are a pleasure to read and an invitation to experiment with an unfamiliar poetic form. Istvan Banyai's giddy illustrations add a one-of-a-kind luster to a book that is truly a gem.Product Details
Price
$7.99
Publisher
Clarion Books
Publish Date
September 15, 2015
Pages
48
Dimensions
7.3 X 0.3 X 7.5 inches | 0.55 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780544555518
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About the Author
Linda Sue Park is the author of the Newbery Medal book A Single Shard, many other novels, and several picture books. She lives in Rochester, New York, with her family. Visit her website at www.lspark.com. Istvan Banyai is the creator of the award-winning children's book Zoom and The Other Side. He lives in Connecticut.
Reviews
"Fresh and collegial, this offering stands out."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Banyai's illustrations enhance the collection with an extra element of wit and imaginative freedom."--Horn Book
"Park wants readers to try sijo for themselves, and in an extensive author's note she offers history, advice and encouragement."--Publishers Weekly
"A smart and appealing introduction to an overlooked poetic form."--School Library Journal, starred review
"With this lighthearted collection of her own sijo, the form will take a flying leap into the consciousness of both children and teachers."--Booklist, Starred Review
