Chalk

First, let me say, I never write reviews. I love this book so much I just have to let others know about it. I bought this book for my Kindergarten class's "Chalk and Bubbles Day". The illustrations are just incredible- so much emotion and detail! The kiddos got the storyline very easily even though there are no words- not always the case with wordless books. We made a picture afterwards on what we would draw with "magic chalk". I highly recommend this book for a fun read and a way to spark imagination. Love it!

I follow a speech/language pathologist on Instagram (@Meaningful Speech) who specializes in the NLA method or play based/child led therapy and this book was recommended recently on one of their posts. It is perfect for children of all ages. I love that there is no text. Only rich illustrations that will get the conversation going with your kiddo. Your child can create their own story this way too. The hardback is a very generous size and excellent quality! Buy it!

What do you think about dinosaurs? Do you like to draw?The author, Bill Thomson, has written a brilliant book. This is a book for children with imaginations, and I have not seen many who are not imaginative. We find ourselves in a park on a rainy day, with children who find some chalk. Soon they are drawing pictures with the chalk. The sun, butterflies, a dinosaur, and soon they all come to life. The sun shines, the butterflies fly, and well, the dinosaur is there. When you read this book, you will discover what occurs next.Adults will enjoy this book along with the children. The children will be able to make the story up as they go along and put words into the childrens' mouths. The illustrations by Bill Thomson are bright, vivid and colorful. They depict the story as it is seen. This is quite an innovative book, and a fullmclassroom would really enjoy this book as much as one child.Recommended. prisrob 06-07-17

Excellent children’s book. I’m a retired elementary school teacher. It has become one of my favorite. Extraordinary artistry In the illustrations. Develops imagination. Develops communication skills. Develops emotional intelligence. I keep copies in my gift closet.

"A rainy day. Three kids in a park. A dinosaur spring rider. A bag of chalk. The kids begin to draw . . . and then . . . magic."Wow! My grandson and I have loved the books of David Wiesner - and have most of them. I've just discovered Bill Thomson and Chalk. Gorgeous art. Fascinating story. No words, but who needs words when the pictures tell it all (a picture is worth a 1,000 words, after all!). I was going to give this to my grandson for Christmas, but I don't think I can wait. He's going to get an early Christmas present today. I'm only sorry I've already purchased books for all the kids on my Christmas list this year. I sooo want to get this for someone! :-)And, Bill Thomson . . . . he even thanked the company who made the playground ride this story is written around.

A beautiful book!

I am Speech therapist and this is my go-to book when doing language assessments with preschool/early elementary aged children. It's a great story with all of the key story grammar elements, including internal character feelings, inferencing, prediction.

My students and I did a study on wordless picture books, and this one was their absolute favorite. It is easy to understand, has a clear sequence of events, and the illustrations are incredible! My students discussed afterwards what they would draw with their magic chalk. :)

Purchased this along with a few other ebooks before going on holiday recently. I failed to pick up on the fact it has no narrative, no words to read. To be fair though going back to the item description its quite clear so that's my fault for not reading the decription thoroughly. However the kids loved it because every time I told the story, it was a little bit different. It inspired them to be imaginative after they got what the story was about and they probably asked me to 'read' this book more than any other while we are away. So why 4 stars and not 5. My view is that childrens books are there to encourage children to read. My 6 year old loves reading but wont touch this book unless I read it to her, but she loves it when I do, which is great because I love reading to the kids. The drawings by the way are amazing, although they are that good I do wonder if in fact they are computer generated...

Fantastic book. No words but great story in pictures. So much you can do with the book. Nursery children loved it.

Great to use as a stimulus to encourage language and create your own narrative

Wonderful story - fuels the imagination :)My children and I love it!An excellent picture story book - probably ideal for 5yrs +

Brilliant book for dinosaur lovers! Really encourages children's imagination.