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Barbara Cooney - Miss Rumphius Books

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Miss Rumphius: What we can learn from it

by  jaowel ,  Jan 23, 2006
23 out of 23 people found this review helpful.
Pros: Short and Sweet! Excellent original artwork; Great for adults and children
Cons: Zip
The Bottom Line: Miss Rumphius is an excellent work of art! It can be used as a useful tool to present a positive outlook upon the aging population for children and adults alike.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: The following is a review of the children s book Miss Rumphius, written and illustrated by Barbara Cooney. The author tells the story of her great aunt, now known as the Lupine Lady. When Miss Rumphius (Alice) was little, she told her grandfather...
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Miss Rumphius Encourages a Lifetime of Altruism

by  bilbopooh ,  Aug 23, 2008
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Pros: lovely pictures, terrific message
Cons: some may find it a bit too old-fashioned
The Bottom Line: Make a difference in the world like Miss Rumphius does.
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Review: What can you do to make the world a bit more beautiful? That is the challenge set forth in Miss Rumphius, a lovely story written and illustrated by Barbara Cooney. While it chronicles the life of one particular woman determined to live out...
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