Jason Chapman was born in Cambridge but grew up in Bradford. Having always been interested in drawing and painting, he went on to study at Bradford College of Art and Camberwell College of Art. Jason's first picture book was shortlisted for the Booktrust Early Years Best Emerging Illustrator Award. Jason lives in Devon with his family.
PreS-K-How does one film a pop-up, lift-the-flap book such as The Wheels on the Bus by Paul Zelinsky? As it turns out, through careful animation viewers are given the sensation of a great deal of movement. The humorous illustrations change constantly to accompany the perfect song performance of the Bacon Brothers. The animation is unusually lively and intricate. Sharp-eyed viewers will enjoy the subplots used to make the traditional song a bit more interesting: they can follow along with the story of the kittens challenging a boy with their rambunctious natures, a fellow with his guitar, and an oft spotted motorcycle. All ends with the bus and many of its passengers stopping at a public library. The colors are true to the book, as are the expressive faces of the riders. The bumpity bump bump part looks exceedingly uncomfortable for the bus riders, and the babies going "waah waah waah" certainly do make a lot of noise. The Bacon Brothers have added a great rocking vibe to the music with superb instrumental arrangement and rock guitar solos. The teacher's guide has a number of helpful lesson plan activities. Another top-knotch production from Weston Woods.-B. Allison Gray, John Jermain Memorial Library, Sag Harbor, NY Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
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