Pysanky on Paper: An Activity Book for Children
Description
28 pages
Contains Illustrations, Bibliography
$9.95
ISBN 0-9681922-0-3
DDC j745.594'4
Contains Illustrations, Bibliography
$9.95
ISBN 0-9681922-0-3
DDC j745.594'4
Author
Publisher
Year
1997
Contributor
Reviewed by Deborah Dowson
Deborah Dowson is a children’s librarian in Caledon East, Ontario.
Review
Pysanky are colorful and intricately designed Ukrainian Easter eggs.
This activity book explains what pysanky are, what their designs mean,
and how they were used historically. There are several beautiful
examples of traditional designs, which children are encouraged to color
or paint. There are also word puzzles; activities that incorporate
reading, writing, science, and math; suggestions and techniques for
dying Easter eggs; and games to play with colored eggs.
Sturdy, informative, and fun to use, this would be a useful resource
for primary-level teachers seeking material with Easter and/or Ukrainian
themes. Recommended.
Citation
Brander, Joan., “Pysanky on Paper: An Activity Book for Children,” Canadian Book Review Annual Online, accessed November 22, 2024, https://cbra.library.utoronto.ca/items/show/19125.