Titles and Descriptions: H
Titles and Descriptions: H
Handel, Who Knew What He Liked. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Anderson, M. T. and Hawkes, Kevin, illus. Candlewick Press (CDS), 2001. unp. ISBN 0-7636-1046-1 ($18.39 hdc.).
The legendary baroque composer Handel is vividly brought to life in this picture-book biography. Throughout his life, George Frideric Handel knew what he liked, and he was never afraid to do what he liked—whether it was smuggling a clavichord into his parents’ attic in Germany, entertaining nobility in Florence, Venice and Rome, producing operas in England or performing the Messiah in Ireland. These events and more are written in an entertaining and witty manner while unobtrusive sidebars explain a variety of musical terminologies. The textured acrylic illustrations add fun and drama to the text. A chronology, a discography and suggestions for further reading are appended. This would be an excellent choice to pair with a selection of Handel’s music.
Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Music
Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level
The Heron Smiled (Compact Disc). Humphrey, Annie. Makoché (CAMI), 2000. Order no. MM0168D ($22.98).
(I/M) Anishinaabe singer/songwriter Annie Humphrey sings insightful love songs and thought-provoking political anthems in this collection. Her contemporary style gives deep feelings to the words. The issues presented are sure to prompt lively discussions about the history of aboriginal peoples.
The liner notes include the lyrics to the songs.
Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Music
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level
History of Art. 6th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Janson, Anthony F. and Janson, H. W. Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 2001. 997 p. ISBN 0-13-019732-7 ($92.60 hdc.).
Although this is a formidable book size-wise, it is one of the most monumental studies of art ever published. The book is divided into four sections—"The Ancient World," "The Middle Ages," "The Renaissance Through the Rococo" and "The Modern World." Timelines, maps and an updated website directory of museums and general art sites, as well as an outstanding bibliography enhance this striking book. There are 1 352 illustrations—865 of them in colour. Many of these images have been added to informative, cross-disciplinary essays that focus mainly on music and theatre, but also on such topics as Greek and Roman mythology, Christian iconography, Western monastic orders and medieval guilds. Although this book is often used as a university text, this extensive resource would be a valuable addition to school libraries for both teacher and student use.
The book also includes information about a companion website that contains an online study guide that corresponds with the text. The site is a comprehensive resource that is organized according to the chapters within the text and features a variety of learning and teaching modules for students and instructors. The website address is www.prenhall.com/janson.
Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level
The History of Rock & Roll (Print-Non-Fiction). Shirley, David. Watts, Franklin, Inc. (SCH), 1997. 175 p. ISBN 0-531-15846-2 ($13.95 pbk.).
In The History of Rock and Roll, David Shirley tells the story of rock and roll from its earliest days to the present. He examines the personalities, stories, scandals and fads that helped to shape rock and roll. He starts with Elvis, and then he moves on to the British invasion and rock and roll in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Black-and-white illustrations, suggested readings, suggested listening and an appendix of rock and roll hall of fame inductees make this resource appropriate for browsing or for beginning research.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Music
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level
Homes (Print-Non-Fiction). MacDonald, Fiona and Astone, Daniela, et al., illus. (Discovering World Cultures Series). Crabtree Publishing Company (CRA), 2001. 38 p. ISBN 0-7787-0237-5 ($19.96 hdc.). ISBN 0-7787-0247-2 ($9.86 pbk.).
This highly visual book features different kinds of homes in various cultures around the world. Cultural meanings and traditions involving special shapes, windows, doors and decoration are discussed. Topics range from homes through history and social differences to the use of light, heat and energy. Key words are in bold throughout the book, and coloured photographs and detailed illustrations complement the text. A glossary and a table of contents are included.
Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art
Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level
How to Make a Movie With No Budget (Video). (Talk Box Series). Murphy Entertainment Group (MCI), 1998. 25 min. Order no. 930021 ($89.00).
A young student audience interviews a screenwriter and a producer/director in this well-produced program. Various art techniques are featured, including claymation, flip books and cutouts. Opportunities are given throughout the video to provide time for teachers to stop the video and discuss the concepts with students.
Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art
Other Use: Career Guidance: Middle Level