Diane Siebert

From Sea to Shining sea this book takes you on a creative and informative journey through America. Through the book is a impressive blend of poetry, geography, art and history. While not every state is represented there is a good representation of different places both old and new that will help students learn and appreciate some unique beauty found in the U.S. There are some well-known destinations like Niagara Falls in New York and the Golden Gate Bridge in California there are some unique things like Lusy the Elephant in Margate, New Jersey and Bristlecone Pines in Nevada. This book offers a unique way to learn more about places in America thought the creative poetry in this book. One example I love is Mount Washington, New Hampshire where the author and illustrator paint a vivid picture of the power and beauty of the highest peak in the Northeastern United States and is known for its dramatic weather. This book offers a wonderful blend of poetry and art to bring the reader on an adventurous journey through many destinations in America.… (altro)

Summary:
This books introduce the Sirerra Nevada mountain in the first person. Years after years and season after season, those magnificent mountains have sheltered a multitude of animals so it also describes some animals like bears and lions in this area.

Genre:
1.It's a informational picture book which shows the mountains, animals and natural scenery of sierra area.
2. It is also written in lyrical rhymes and it could also be classified as poetry book.

Critiques:
1. The illustrations if this book are done in color pencil and paints.
2. This book shows the power and unique view of the land. It's not only a geography informational book but also a good literature book.

Comments on use:
It's a very good book for teachers to read aloud.
Also good for students to read aloud by themselves or all together.… (altro)