For every child, parent, and teacher, the end of Summer brings reflection on good times had, as well as anticipation of experiences to come. As we meet another Autumn, what better moment to celebrate Shakespeare’s own evocation of the seasons?
Miriam Weiner’s children’s book Shakespeare’s Seasons, illustrated by Shannon Whitt, offers a glimpse of the Bard’s perspectives on Nature and the passing of time. We especially love the collages in this book; each image practically springs from the page with vibrancy and texture. Weiner and Whitt have chosen thought-provoking excerpts from sonnets and plays, from the classic “Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day” to The Winter’s Tale – all ‘Shakespeare For Our Children’ favorites!
It can be hard to go back to school, no question.
But through Shakespeare’s words, Weiner and Whitt remind us of the wondrous possibilities of each Season.