Zen Ties (a Stillwater and Friends Book), (Hardcover)

from lisab818

Lovely, bright paintings illustrate the story of Stillwater, a panda bear, and his nephew, Koo, as they get to know people in their neighborhood. Stillwater teaches his human children friends how to be kind to an elderly lady, who becomes a friend to all. Subtle humor is found throughout the book...

from lysne

All of Jon Muth's books are wonderful. I loved this one because the panda is doing Tai Chi on the inside front (and back ) covers of this book & it reminded me of my friend Cordel. It is a wonderfully illustrated children's book, but I know a few adults who could learn some from it as well. This ...

from rmckeown

John Muth is my favorite children's book author/illustrator. His tales are simple, delightful, and full of meaning for the discerning reader. I am on a quest to complete my Muth collection, and I can only imagine the treasures that await me. The Three Questions remains my all-time favorite of his...

from raizel

Cute wordplay, several examples of haiku, children learn that an elderly woman is not as mean as they thought, their caring makes her healthier, and she helps them in return. Tai Chi positions are shown on end pages. Watercolor illustrations are, as always, wonderful. The author's notes after the...

from DayehSensei

In this sequel to "Zen Shorts," Stillwater the Panda and his friends cheer up and elderly lady they previously thought was mean. This contains much of the same tone and spirit (haiku wisdom) as the first book. I would read this with third grade and up.