At the end of 2008, Marvel Comics released the first issue of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, a visually stunning, abridged version L. Frank Baum’s beloved classic. Although I’m not a fan of abridged stories, the Marvel Comics team, which consists of an Award-winning writer and two highly respected artists, interpret the story just beautifully. Since we’re all familiar with Dorothy and Toto and their accidental, yet extraordinary trip to the magical Land of Oz, the only thing I will say about this is that it’s worth checking out. Visit your local comic book store and see for yourself.
I read kids books is what I do. It's just me, reading kids books and writing my thoughts. I have a M.Ed. in Children's Literature, so in my years of researching children’s literature, I’ve found that children’s literature is essential to the personal and academic development of all children because it is a window that not only opens, but also reflects the diversity of our human experience. More importantly, it lets young readers and readers of all ages know that children and people like them are worthy of being in books. If you have any questions, comments, observations, or if you just want to say hello, send me an email.
