What do You think about Zoe Sophia's Scrapbook: An Adventure In Venice (2003)?
Category (Tumble Book- Storybook) Found on blackboard Description1. When a little girl goes to visit her Grandmother in Venice, Italy, she finds so much to do and see. There are museums and artwork abound and G.P, the grandmother, and Zoe finds themselves spending time having fun around Venice, not to mention a gondola driver who almost falls into the water from bowing. Adventure is around every corner even as Zoe loses her dachshund, but does she find him? Find out by reading!Possible use in the classroom2. This particular Tumble Book is a great way for children to experience different languages from different cultures. The book also gives teacher the option to ask questions to see if students were paying attention. For example, what was name of Zoe's dog? Another question could be inference, such "what do you think that Zoe will ever find her dog, or what might happen as a result of losing her dog?Visual elements3. This book not only has a great story; it has great illustrations! On every page, it seems that the story feels warm and happy. The colors are wonderful and exciting to look at. Personal reaction4. Actually, this was my first time reading a tumble book, and I found it really interesting even as an adult; many of the words (Italian) that were used were unknown by me, too. I think that this book is great as children learn many different aspects of another culture.
—Chris Connolly
