Pandora

By Victoria Turnbull

Pandora lives alone, in a world of broken things. She makes herself a handsome home, but no one ever comes to visit. Then one day something falls from the sky 
. . . a bird with a broken wing. 
     Little by little, Pandora helps the bird grow stronger. Little by little, the bird helps Pandora feel less lonely. The bird begins to fly again, and always comes back—bringing seeds and flowers and other small gifts. But then one day, it flies away and doesn't return. Pandora is heartbroken. 
     Until things begin to grow . . . 
 
Here is a stunningly illustrated celebration of connection and renewal.
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media
• Release date: Apr 4, 2017
• ISBN: 9781328809636

Victoria Turnbull

Victoria Turnbull is an emerging star in the U.K. picture book world, winner of the British Association of Illustrators New Talent Award and a Kate Greenaway Medal nominee. Her debut picture book, The Sea Tiger, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, a top honor in her native country. She lives in East London, England. To learn more, visit www.victurnbull.com.

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Reviews for Pandora

[cheryl_in_cc_nv · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Much lovelier pictures than the cover implies. Longer than most picture-books, it retells the myth thoroughly and with grace.

[hlmusiclover · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The story of Pandora has been considered as one of the oldest stories of human behavior in Greek mythology. Ancient Greeks used these stories to explain the many misfortunes of the human race. The myth of Pandora's box has fascinated people throughout centuries. Pandora is highly regarded for her beauty, status, and wealth. Although she had everything at her disposal, she had a desire to find out what lied inside a jar. Her inquisitive nature has caused despair for mankind. I guess, it was written by the gods for this to occur. I thought this book was wonderfully crafted; the illustrations captured the tone quite well. Young readers will find joy in reading this book.

[achatela · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This story was about Pandora who was told by her husband not to open a specific jar in their home. This made pandora very curious to find out what was inside. On the side of the jar you could see a story being told through drawings. She wondered if these drawings were a warning to her. Finally pandora opened the jar, she saw and heard evil things that were released into the world. She tried so hard to find a way to but it all back in but she couldn't, what she did was done. This story showed me a lot. Seeing something beautiful doesn't mean that something beautiful is inside the thing.

[carolcavedon · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This book is about Pandora and how her curiosity came to let bad things happen to the world. When she realizes what she has done, she decides to keep the jar because hopes remains in it. The illustrations are beautiful. It can teach kids about respecting what somebody else said (Pandora's husband), and also about not crossing the boundaries just because you are curious (controlling oneself).Reading Journal: count as 1 Information Book

[manich01 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Colorful illustrations and clear narration make this timeless tale of the origins of evil available to young readers and doubly-enjoyable for veterans.

[lakertraw · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This story is based on the Greek myth about Pandora. Pandora was informed by her husband not to open a jar the gods had placed in the home. He cautioned her that is was forbidden. However, her curiousity got the best of her and she decides to open the jar. As a result, she lets many awful things into the world but hope remained in the jar. I enjoyed reading a different take on this classic myth and the illustrations were wonderful.

[lekenned · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

The classic greek myth about Pandora and how her curiosity let out all the evil in the world.

[ckarmstr1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed this retelling of Pandora. I think this book would be most appropriate for high school students. Like I said with Hercules, it would have been nice to have this book to read along with the lengthier version. The illustrations are very Greek-like, and that's why I like them. I think the way Burleigh structures this story breaks away from the common lengthy paragraphs of other versions, making this one more enjoyable to read.

[ktibbs_4 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This book could be used in many teaching points. It could obviously be used to discuss Greek mythology, especially as an introduction since so many greek gods are mentioned as to what they were able to offer Pandora when she was created. This could also be used within a character education lesson of being grateful for what one has and not always striving to have more, the moral of being careful what you wish for.

[supersongbird · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I liked this book because it was exciting because a lot of stuff flew out of Pandora's jar.