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

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.