This is a beautiful book. It is illustrated with charcoal drawings that are simple and intricate at the same time. It is a book that is told in pictures and in words with entire sections (like chapters) told through images alone, interspersed with sections of novel-like text.
"The Invention of Hugo Cabret" is about a young boy who finds himself orphaned, penniless, alone and carrying on his father's work as a clock maintenance man in a train station in Paris in the 1930's. An adventure-mystery and a young girl find Hugo and his life is forever changed. I recommend this book for any age from about grade 5 on. It is captivating. I also recommend it for reluctant or avid readers, aspiring artists and motivated writers.
As an added bonus, a stunning Martin Scorsese film, "Hugo" can be used as an introduction or follow-up to this book. It would make for a fascinating compare and contrast activity.
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