The Rainstick, A Fable

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Summary: An Excellent Companion Gift!
Review: I bought this book, along with the Rainstick Kit (available in Toys). It was a Christmas gift for a friend's child. She was able to read the book to learn about rainsticks. At the end of the book, it gave her instructions to make her own rainstick and she also make one from the Rainstick Kit. The story in the book was beautifully told and the pictures and colors were breathtaking. This is an excellent gift idea for someone who likes to both read and do. It is educational and fun and is a great gift idea!

Rating:
Summary: An Excellent Companion Gift!
Review: I bought this book, along with the Rainstick Kit (available in Toys). It was a Christmas gift for a friend's child. She was able to read the book to learn about rainsticks. At the end of the book, it gave her instructions to make her own rainstick and she also make one from the Rainstick Kit. The story in the book was beautifully told and the pictures and colors were breathtaking. This is an excellent gift idea for someone who likes to both read and do. It is educational and fun and is a great gift idea!

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Summary: Pros and cons
Review: I use this book to help teach about African culture to my elementary music classes. It is a book with both pros and cons. The story is long winded, and really has no direction. The plot is too tedious for young children. However, the book does explain some aspects of African tribal culture which are well illustrated and meticulously explained. The best aspect of the book is the "How To" section at the end. My students enjoy making their own rainstick, and this is a perfect way to summarize the activity.