Phyllis Limbacher Tildes The Garden Wall; 32pp/ Charlesbridge Publishing Inc. 2006 ISBN 1-57091-467-2 $16.95 (Primary)
In The Garden Wall, author and illustrator Tildes opens a gate for children into the world of a deaf. Tim is disappointed that his family is moving and he has to leave his best friend Brian. To make things more complicated he meets his new neighbor who is deaf. Will Tim be friends with her? The writing shows clear communication along with clear description about meeting someone who is deaf. Watercolor and pencil, Tildes’ media of choice add to the enjoyable story, a different way of communicating. Tildes helps readers see that true communication begins with an open mind and heart.
Laura Karhoff, BGSU student
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