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Now I Am Paper (Imaginata Children's Books Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Uvi Poznansky (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Written in rhyme, this is a story of longing for a child who has gone on her way and left the old tree behind. It gives voice to love and loss, fear and hope, death and rebirth in a new form, as it is transformed first to pulp and then to paper, the very paper from which the child reads this story. The rhymes bring forth the sounds and smells of the forest. 

I remember: a gentler sound, 
The forest rustling in the rain 
Leaves were swirling all around 
I heard soft footsteps up the lane... 
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  1. Reading age
    2 - 10 years
  2. Book 2 of 2
    Imaginata Children's Books
  3. Print length
    26 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 5
  6. Publication date
    June 2, 2015
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  • "For this very tender little story Uvi uses her talent as a watercolorist and graphic designer to make this book a work of art."- Grady Harp, HALL OF FAME TOP 100 REVIEWER, VINE VOICE
  • "Everything about this short book is exquisitely done! It covers a wide range of emotions and feelings ...it so much reminds me of the circle of life."- Chief, USN Ret...VT Town, TOP 500 REVIEWER
  • "Uvi Poznansky has taken the beauty of her art and combined it with the beauty of her poetic words while telling the tale of life, friendships, loss and change."- Dii,TOP 500 REVIEWER

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00YQS4O72
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Uviart (June 2, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 2, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 11809 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 26 pages
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Uvi Poznansky

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Uvi Poznansky is a USA TODAY bestselling, award-winning author, poet and artist. “I paint with my pen,” she says, “and write with my paintbrush.” Her romantic suspense box set, Love Under Fire, made the USA TODAY bestselling list, as did her medical thriller box set, Do No Harm; and her romance box set, A Touch of Passion, was the 2016 WINNER of The Romance Reviews Readers' Choice Awards.

Education and work:

Uvi earned her B. A. in Architecture and Town Planning from the Technion in Haifa, Israel and practiced with an innovative Architectural firm, taking a major part in the large-scale project, called Home for the Soldier.

Having moved to Troy, N.Y. with her husband and two children, Uvi received a Fellowship grant and a Teaching Assistantship from the Architecture department at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. There, she guided teams in a variety of design projects and earned her M.A. in Architecture. Then, taking a sharp turn in her education, she earned her M.S. degree in Computer Science from the University of Michigan.

She worked first as an architect, and later as a software engineer, software team leader, software manager and a software consultant (with an emphasis on user interface for medical instruments devices.) All the while, she wrote and painted constantly, and exhibited in Israel and California. In addition, she taught art appreciation classes. Her versatile body of work includes bronze and ceramic sculptures, oil and watercolor paintings, charcoal, pen and pencil drawings, and mixed media.

Books and Genres:

Ash Suspense Thrillers with a Dash of Romance is a suspense series. It includes Coma Confidential, Virtually Lace, and Overdose.

Still Life with Memories is a family saga series with touches of romance. The series includes My Own Voice, The White Piano, The Music of Us, Dancing with Air, and Marriage before Death.

Still Life with Memories Bundle series includes volume I, Apart from Love (My Own Voice+The White Piano); and volume II: Apart from War (The Music of Us+Dancing with Air+Marriage before Death.)

The David Chronicles is a historical fiction series with a modern twist. It includes three novels--Rise to Power, A Peek at Bathsheba, and The Edge of Revolt--and six art through the ages collections, describing each moment of the story.

Her poetry book, Home, is in tribute to her father. Her collection of dark tales, Twisted, and her Historical Fiction book, A Favorite Son, are both new age, biblically inspired books. In addition, Uvi wrote and illustrated two children books, Jess and Wiggle and Now I Am Paper. For each one of these books, she created an animation video (find them on YouTube and on her Goodreads page.)

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Piaras
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful rhyming book with beautiful water color pictures
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2017
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This is just simply a delightful flight of fancy. Uvi Poznansky's, Now I Am Paper feels like one of those classics that never grows old, and unless you make the mistake of growing up, no reader will ever grow too old to appreciate its story of love and loss, fear and hope, death and rebirth in a new form, as the old tree is transformed first into pulp and then to paper, the very paper from which the child reads this story.

The story is golden, and the language is beyond price. Perfect for reading aloud to children, and if you haven't any of those little critters handy, to anyone who has a heart!

This may be a children's book, but as an adult, I absolutely enjoyed reading it. It has a nostalgic feel to it that's all but missing in todays publishing world. This is probably one of the nicest children's books I've come across in recent times. Five stars and recommended.
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Rob Natiuk
4.0 out of 5 stars Flows well and grips the feelings, simple but moving artwork
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2017
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Much about this book I like--the flow of the lines combined with the simple yet moving illustrations. But I also felt it lacked a closer connection with the boy. Events and transformations just happened--from tree to paper. I guess I'm thinking more along the impact of THE GIVING TREE. A few of the poetic lines could've been a bit more "poetic;" they didn't quite flow or grip my emotions. For instance: "They pressed, they grinded...." That should be "ground," past tense of grind. Another example: "...you climbed my gnarled root." The root is in the ground, so we don't climb it.

Yet, this book draws me with a nostalgic feeling of childhood. Although it seems to be for young readers and listeners, older folks like me can "feel" it through the poetry and illustrations.
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Dee Arr
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Artwork + Compelling Story = Enjoyment for All Ages
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2018
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It is seldom that one finds a treasure that has the power to delight young and old readers at the same time. Uvi Poznansky delivers with an enchanting story enriched by the original artwork that accompanies it. The dazzling watercolors are guaranteed to fascinate children while adults will find themselves lost in the sensitive emotions that wind their way in and out of the story of a child and a tree.

The author takes poetic license with her rhyming scheme, and I loved the way the rhythm of the poetry wins out over the chosen words. The Gothic fonts match the mood of the book, with sweeping loops that mimic the tree and leaves. I found the idea of writing the description on a leaf drawing very original. If you are reading the book on a Kindle Fire and find the text difficult to read, you can bring up a box with normal text with a simple double-click.

This is a nice, simple tale with a learning opportunity at the end. Five stars.
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Marge
3.0 out of 5 stars Very intriguing. Made me rethink a few things. ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2016
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Very intriguing. Made me rethink a few things ...
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Holly Lenz
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully illustrated, moving book
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2017
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Now I am Paper is a beautifully illustrated rhyming book that is both heartbreaking and uplifting. The book reminds me a little too much of the Giving Tree, but it is lovely nonetheless.

Be sure to check the compatibility of the book to your devise. It is not compatible with the Kindle App on my iPhone or with my Kindle eReader. I read it on a Kindle Fire.
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Valerie
5.0 out of 5 stars A Watercolor of Words
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2015
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And what an exquisite painting this story is. Not only are her words vividly drawn, but the book is richly enhanced by her own illustrations, breathtaking and elegant, yet simply expressive.

I rank her up there with Tomie dePaola, Eric Carle, and Shel Silverstein. High praise from one who grew up on, and passed forward Silverstein’s classic to all my progeny. Some could say this is a retelling of The Giving Tree, but I say this is so much more. Ms. Pozanski's eloquent prose and exquisite illustrations bring a new and uplifting twist. It becomes very much a circle-of-life tale. The message, the prose and glorious illustrations create a true celebration of life.

This book is the single best children's book I've read in years. As a mother of eight and grandmother of ten, I speak with authority. I applaud Ms. Pozanski's immeasurable talents and am ordering copies for my grandchildren for Christmas. What better gift than a celebration of life? Many thanks, Ms. Pozanski for giving us this tale of life, of hope and renewal.
MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to children of ALL ages.
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Dashaina
2.0 out of 5 stars Good story, not the easiest font to read.
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2017
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Nice story and beautiful pictures. However, it was very difficult to read the words. It would be nice if the font was set up for electronic reading. As a printed book I imagine it would not be an issue. Reminded us of Shel Silverstein's book of a very similar plot.
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Christina
4.0 out of 5 stars This was a beautifully written ode to growing up and watching those close ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2016
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This was a beautifully written ode to growing up and watching those close to you getting on with their lives.
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Nelson Boll
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Children’s Story Book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2016
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“Now I Am Paper” is a really nice little children’s rhyming story book. The story teaches key topics of life in a way that children can understand. It also contains lovely illustrations that are actual watercolour paintings hand-drawn by the author herself. Kids will enjoy reading this again and again.
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Richard Latham
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully illustrated
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 17, 2015
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This is a short book which I wish I had in paperback for children and young people to borrow; so help them enjoy and appreciate the raw materials of a book more.
It is a simple story told in verse about a boy who plays in and makes a friend of a tree.
It is wonderfully illustrated and briefly reminded me of bygone years of reading Rupert the Bear.
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