Sign Up | Log In

Write a Review
Post a Quick Tip
Create a List
Ask a Question
Create a Poll
Create a Community

Movies •Books •Music •Food •Tv Shows •Technology •Politics •Video Games •Parenting •Fashion •Green Living •more >

Lunch » Tags » Books » Reviews » The Weaver By: Kai Strand

The Weaver By: Kai Strand

1 rating: 4.0

Children's Book By: Kai Strand

add a wiki

Tags: Books, Childrens Books, Kids, Childrens Stories

1 review about The Weaver By: Kai Strand

Showing 1-1 of 1

Sort by:

Stories for Children Magazine Review by Irene Roth

Apr 23, 2011

by StoriesForChildren
posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More

Rating:

The Weaver
By: Kai Strand
Published: 2010
ISBN: 978-1-61633-122-1
$12.95
Ages: 9-12
4 stars
Reviewed by: Irene S. Roth

Synopsis:

Kai Strand’s The Weaver is her first mid-grade novel. It is a wonderful book that is a must- read for kids of all ages. The story begins with Mary Wordsmith, who wishes to weave a tale just like her mother. Mary, however, is a typical teenager who has similar vulnerabilities and sensitivities. She wants to be liked and respected. She wants so badly to be like her mother. But story telling doesn’t come easily for her.

In her quest, she meets a blue man who tries to convince her that he will help her achieve her wish of weaving a story just like her mother. Since Mary feels especially vulnerable and experiences the lowest self-esteem she ever had, she allows the little blue man to help her. However, despite his help, Mary’s wish isn’t granted. She feels betrayed and even unhappier than before. And things get increasingly complex for Mary when the blue man keeps appearing after each practice of weaving a story.

Overall thoughts:

I was spellbound by this book. I just couldn’t put it down when I started reading it. It is about a topic that most young and older teenagers could easily relate to. In addition, Mary is portrayed as a vulnerable character too, one that most adolescent girls will be able to relate to right away.

Kai’s book is unique in that there are valuable lessons for younger kids and teens of all ages. One of the themes underlying her book is that each of us is special and we should celebrate and accept ourselves for who we are.