Amnesty International is a movement of millions of ordinary people around the world standing up for humanity and human rights. A picture-book presentation of John Lennon's famous song, with the artwork of expatriate French illustrator Jean Jullien, Imagine depicts a pigeon flying the world, proverbial olive branch in beak, seeking to unite the birds of the world into one peaceful community. We should always share what we have, and we should stand up for people who are not being treated fairly. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item.

Premise/plot: This picture book shares the lyrics of John Lennon's song, "Imagine" with a new generation. in a clothbound portfolio case, reproduced on acid-free Olin Regular High White 400gsm woodfree paper, using archival pigment inks. This resource offers creative and interesting ways for young people to explore the issues raised by the book. Just like the song, this book has a sweet message that will be accessible to children through colorful pictures such as the ones of the birds of different colors together. Kirkus Reviews " For fans of Lennon's song eager to introduce it to a new generation, Jullien's panoply of boldly outlined, lovable birds offers an accessible entry point to ideas of peace, kindness, and justice.After all, the pigeon in this book welcomes all the other birds, whatever colour of feathers or shape of beak they have. Recommended primarily to John Lennon fans, or to those looking to introduce the concept of worldwide peace to the picture-book set.

I enjoyed Yoko Ono's forward in the book and he discussion of John Lennon's thought process when he crafted Imagine, and what he hoped from the world.Sweet, charming and bold, this is a story teaching that if we use our imagination and remember to see the funny side, we can conquer any fear. living life in peace" a beautiful picture book that illustrates the classic by John Lennon "Imagine" as the lyrics take the page through art, it follows a piegon to demonstrate peace to help us enjoy our life, for peace to flourish and for everyone to treat all kindly, equally and fairly. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. Imagine what it would be like if we all did our part, no matter how big or how little, to make sure other's felt happy and safe.

No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. It’s certainly as relevant as when it was written over 45 years ago: indeed, we desperately need it now even more than ever. For fans of Lennon’s song eager to introduce it to a new generation, Jullien’s panoply of boldly outlined, lovable birds offers an accessible entry point to ideas of peace, kindness, and justice.Elina is sometimes afraid of speaking in front of large crowds, so she imagines everyone in the audience is dozing off and not really hearing what she’s saying. This is a lovely book, with a nameless, lovable hero (I can imagine many children would delight in giving the pigeon a name) – perfect for that bedtime read.

I think it’s so important that everyone knows the themes of John Lennon’s “Imagine” and how everyone can live in peace no matter what. This celebration of John Lennon's historic 1971 album has been compiled by Yoko Ono and reproduces letters and postcards, lyric sheets and photographs of the making of the record in London, New York and the Lennons' Berkshire home, Tittenhurst Park. Here, the effect is rather contemplative though, and I did enjoy Jullien's artwork, done in brush and ink, and then completed digitally.The bright and joyous pictures paired with Lennon’s moving words inspire the reader with hope for a world at peace. Like you, we are horrified by the violence and the civilian death toll in Gaza, Israel and the rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The second time, really pay attention to the illustrations, because you probably already know the words. I don't normally review picture books on my blog, despite reading a lot of them as part of my job at the library.