In "A Sip of Aesop" Jane Yolen retells some familiar fables by Greek storyteller Aesop. Yolen creatively rewrote the classic fables in verse. All of Aesop's fables contain a moral, which can sometimes be difficult to decipher, especially to a young reader. What makes Yolen's book stand out, is that she includes the moral of each fable accompanied by colorful, eye-catching illustrations. ( )

I enjoyed reading this book because of its illustrations and its writing. The paintings contained vivid colors that was appealing to the eye. I also liked how the paintings were based on the Greek culture which was very unique. In addition, after reading each fable, I really enjoyed the moral of the story that it provided on each page. I thought it was unlike any book that I have read or seen before. In conclusion, the idea of this book was to provide readers with many fables that have different morals to each one of them. ( )

This is a book full of fables from the Greek slave Aesop. I really appreciated that each fable was accompanied by the moral. I also really like the painting like pictures throughout. Some of the fables include The Hare and the Tortoise, The Lion and the Mouse, and The Boy who Cried Wolf. ( )

Crafty rendition of Aesop's Fables. Jane Yolen presents a collection of poems based on the famous fables. A pleasure to read. ( )

Short and vivid renderings of Aesop's fables in rhymed verse. Each one is only one page with a moral stated on the opposite page. These are very common tales that would be helpful for kids to know as they are referenced frequently in many settings. Could use this poetry in combo with picture book stories or other read-alouds of fables with 3rd - 6th graders. Might be inspiration for kids to write their own poetry summaries of favorite stories they have read. Illustrated by Karen Barbour--vivid and memorable illustrations in electric colors.