The Alphabet from Z to A
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The Alphabet from Z to A by Judith Viorst
In The Alphabet from Z to A (With Much Confusion on the Way), Judith Viorst once again applies her clear-sighted wit to a subject of universal appeal, turning the traditional alphabet book on its head by going through the alphabet backwards. Viorst's lively verse irreverently demonstrates that the spellings and sounds of our language are often so maddeningly inconsistent -- blue and blew, chute and shoe -- that, as her exasperated narrator complains, It could drive you berserk. Aimed at children who already have some facility with language (and at anyone else who likes to play with words), The Alphabet from Z to A is an entertaining and thought-provoking romp through the quirks and quagmires of the English language. Richard Hull's exquisite drawings enrich the text and offer a playful challenge.
Viorst, Judith: - Judith Viorst was born and brought up in New Jersey and now lives in Washington, DC. Her books include the beloved Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, and its many companion books; adult fiction and nonfiction including the New York Times bestseller, Necessary Losses; poetry for children and adults, and four musicals. Her most recent book of poetry for children, What Are You Glad About? What Are You Mad About? was published in 2016. Lulu Is Getting a Sister is the fourth book in the Lulu series.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780689317682 |
| ISBN 10 | 0689317689 |
| Title | The Alphabet from Z to A |
| Author | Judith Viorst |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Prentice Hall (a Pearson Education company) |
| Year published | 1994-05-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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