Madeline

Book Review By Courtney Scarpa
Madeline

By: Ludwig Bemelmans


 * BIbliographical Information:**

Author: Ludwig Bemelans Publication: Viking Juvenile, reprint edition, 2000 Pages: 48 Paperback Language: English ISBN-13: 978-0140564396 Reading Level: 3-8 years old


 * Author Biography:**

Ludwig Bemelmans was a painter, illustrator, and writer for both children and adults. The //Madeline// books are among the most honored children's books of all time. Mr. Bemelmans died in 1962 after completing his sixth story about Madeline, //Madeline's Christmas//.


 * Summary:**

​Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital is as appealing today as it was in 1940. Madeline is one of twelve in the home of Mrs. Clavel. She is the smallest and the naughtiest of the bunch. The combination of spirited heroine, timelessly appealing art, cheerful humor, and rhythmic text makes "Madeline" a perennial favorite with children of all ages.


 * Review:**

Madeline is a great story for young children. This book is very well written and a fun children's book because of the rhyming text, however unlike Dr. Seuss books, it is a bit less obvious and more sophisticated. The text is repetitive enough that children will be able to catch on to. All of the pages in the book are very decorative. This is a book that all children will love. Madeline is a character that is beloved and heart-warming. Children will want to read the story over and over again.


 * Analysis of Literacy Element:**

In this book, can broaden a child's knowledge, for instance learning where France is or what an an orphan/orphanage. It can help a lot with a child's cognitive ability. By this, the book offers a lot of opportunities to ask children questions. The story is very engaging and the children are able to learn about something new they might have not known before.