"Singer's latest retelling from the Old Testament gives a new dimension to the story of the Flood. Children will enjoy hearing the different animals praise their own special qualities so that each will be assured a place on Noah's Ark." --School Library Journal
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Noah Chose the dove:
This is cute book, but the pictures, in my opinion, are much to impressionist for a toddler to see. The adults enjoy the art and the
story was to wordy for a little one to stay interested. I would opt for a different book on Noah, but I will keep the book on my shelf!
why noah chose the dove:
I am collecting all of the Eric Carle books. This is one I did not have. I was excited to find it.
"Why are you silent?" Noah asked the dove.:
When the people of the world sinned, and God chose the only righteous man, Noah, to build an ark, all of the animals gathered around. They, however, believed that Noah would only pick best of all the living creatures. The animals began to boast and argue amongst each other. "I am the largest," said the Elephant. "I am man's best friend," replied the dog. They argued and argued. Noah noticed one lonely bird sitting in a tree. Noah asked the small, white dove why he did not boast. The Dove replied that he... more info
Delightful story, delightful pictures:
This is a wonderful book in which a wide array of animals try to show why they should be allowed on the ark: the elephant argues his strength should save him; the fox, his cleverness; the donkey argues that he is more clever; the skunk, his odor ... Finally, Noah tells them he is to save them all. But the dove who did not brag will be his special messenger.
This is a delightful book that reader and listener will both enjoy.
