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Zen Shorts (A Stillwater and Friends Book) (Caldecott Honor Book) Hardcover – Picture Book, March 1, 2005

by Jon J Muth (Author, Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars 1,053 ratings
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Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!

Jon J Muth, author of the best-selling book, The Three Questions, has crafted another profound and winning picture book.

"Michael," said Karl. "There's a really big bear in the backyard." This is how three children meet Stillwater, a giant panda who moves into the neighborhood and tells amazing tales. To Addy he tells a story about the value of material goods. To Michael he pushes the boundaries of good and bad. And to Karl he demonstrates what it means to hold on to frustration. With graceful art and simple stories that are filled with love and enlightenment, Jon Muth -- and Stillwater the bear -- present three ancient Zen tales that are sure to strike a chord in everyone they touch.
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    2 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Stillwater and Friends
  3. Print length
    40 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    540L
  7. Dimensions
    10.5 x 0.25 x 11 inches
  8. Publisher
    Scholastic Press
  9. Publication date
    March 1, 2005
  10. ISBN-10
    0439339111
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0439339117
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About With graceful art and simple stories that are filled with love and enlightenment, Jon J Muth—and Stillwater the panda—present three ancient Zen tales. Based on an ancient Buddhist legend, this Stillwater tale celebrates the fragile and sacred moments we all share with those we love. Stillwater and his young nephew Koo return in a story of compassion and friendship that reaffirms the importance of our ties to one another. From Caldecott Honoree Jon J Muth comes a story about sharing, another about patience, and a third about compassion. It’s Halloween, and Addy, Michael, and Karl’s good friend Stillwater the panda has a special spooky surprise in store for them! With stunning watercolors and text that resounds with universal truths, Caldecott Honoree Jon J Muth transforms a story by Tolstoy into a timeless fable for young readers.
Praise “Every word and image comes to make as perfect a picture book as can be.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review “A master class of picture-book storytelling.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Muth’s brush is as sure as ever.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review “Strikingly beautiful, and…perennially charming.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review “A beautiful, contemplative offering.” – Booklist “Quietly life-changing.” – The New York Times Book Review

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*Starred Review* K-Gr. 3. Like The Three Questions (2002), Muth's latest is both an accessible, strikingly illustrated story and a thought-provoking meditation. Here he incorporates short Buddhist tales, "Zen Shorts," into a story about three contemporary children. One rainy afternoon, a giant panda appears in the backyard of three siblings. Stillwater, the Panda, introduces himself, and during the next few days, the children separately visit him. Stillwater shares an afternoon of relaxing fun with each child; he also shares Zen stories, which give the children new views about the world and about each other. Very young listeners may not grasp the philosophical underpinnings of Stillwater's tales, but even kids who miss the deeper message will enjoy the spare, gentle story of siblings connecting with one another. Lush, spacious watercolors of charming Stillwater and the open neighborhood will entrance children, as will the dramatic black-and-white pictures of the comical animal characters that illustrated Stillwater's Zen stories. Muth doesn't list sources for the tales, but his author's note offers more commentary about Zen. Stillwater's questions will linger (Can misfortune become good luck? What is the cost of anger?), and the peaceful, uncluttered pictures, like the story itself, will encourage children to dream and fill in their own answers. Gillian Engberg
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic Press (March 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0439339111
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0439339117
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 540L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.5 x 0.25 x 11 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 1,053 ratings

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In 1999 Mr. Muth started what has been over a decade in children's books. He has received numerous awards and critical acclaim and worked with many talented people. He is the author and illustrator of "Zen Shorts" a Caldecott Honor book, which Kirkus Review described as "Every word and image comes to make as perfect a picture book as can be". He is the illustrator of the anthology, "A Family of Poems", with Caroline Kennedy. His book "The Three Questions" has been described as "quietly life-changing" by The New York Times.

Muth worked for over twenty years in comics and graphic novels; culminating in the industry's highest honor, an Eisner Award for "The Mystery Play".

In an interview with the Paris Review, E.B. White once said, "You don't write down for children. You write up." Muth wholeheartedly agrees. "Children are completely capable of intuiting wisdom as readily as adults are... they just may not have the ability to put it into words ... [but] they get this stuff very quickly. Even the kids who come to the book (Zen Shorts) because it has a giant panda tend to come back because there's some itch that's created -- in their minds or in their hearts -- to re-examine what's going on."

Mr. Muth has had a life long interest in Asian Studies, including tai chi chuan, sumi ink drawing and chado, "the way of tea". His work has been translated into more than a dozen languages and he lives with his wife and their four children in New York.

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Customers find this children's book thought-provoking and appreciate its positive messages for both children and adults, with one noting how it imparts Buddhist philosophy without being preachy. The book is gorgeously illustrated, with one customer highlighting the beautiful Kansas City scenes, and customers find it a fantastic story to read to kids. They describe it as simple and calming, with one review noting how it helps readers respond to life situations in a different way. While many find it wonderfully written, some mention the font size is nearly unreadable.

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143 customers mention "Thought provoking"143 positive0 negative

Customers find the book thought-provoking, appreciating its thoughtful little teaching stories. One customer specifically mentions that the messages in the stories are perfect.

"...It's well drawn, it's a good length for toddlers, it's peaceful, and there are messages in the stories that will evolve with your child as they grow...." Read more

"...how these books flow and form a story that is both thought provoking for little (and old) minds, and still provide a story that is immersive and..." Read more

"This is my favorite book. I have gifted it to everyone in my family. It’s beautiful, simple and it teaches so many wonderful lessons...." Read more

"...son for Christmas and while it's beautifully illustrated and has meaningful stories (hence my 5 star rating), we probably won't really be reading it..." Read more

98 customers mention "Education value"95 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the educational value of the book, noting that it provides good lessons for both adults and children, with positive messages for kids of every age.

"...I just love books like this. They teach kids lessons about how to understand some of the day-to-day stresses of life, while keeping it fun and..." Read more

"...The characters are pleasant and relatable to a child. What I really appreciate about the story is they are not static stories...." Read more

"...It’s beautiful, simple and it teaches so many wonderful lessons. I highly, highly recommend it!!!" Read more

"...The characters are appealing to all ages and the narrative is just right for little kids to wrap their little heads around these concepts...." Read more

93 customers mention "Visual quality"93 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's gorgeous illustrations and beautiful Kansas City scenes, with one customer specifically mentioning their fascination with the pictures of the big bear.

"This set of books about Stillwater the panda are wondrous. Art work is beautiful, and enchanting. The stories are unique and thought provoking...." Read more

"...I have gifted it to everyone in my family. It’s beautiful, simple and it teaches so many wonderful lessons. I highly, highly recommend it!!!" Read more

"...Bought this book for my 3.5yo son for Christmas and while it's beautifully illustrated and has meaningful stories (hence my 5 star rating), we..." Read more

"...Love this book. It's beautifully illustrated...." Read more

46 customers mention "Message quality"46 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's messages, describing them as thoughtful lessons and an amazing tool for teaching mindfulness, with one customer noting how it imparts Buddhist philosophy without being pedantic.

"...some of the day-to-day stresses of life, while keeping it fun and positive...." Read more

"...The book has important lessons to teach and imparts valuable Buddhist philosophy in a way that is entertaining, subtle and not preachy...." Read more

"...nephew, so I don't know what the stories are about, but it looks culturally responsive." Read more

"...There’s a great message about good luck bad luck, better than a greeting card could ever say! Good for kids and adults." Read more

25 customers mention "Entertainment value"25 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining, particularly as a bedtime read for children, with one customer noting it's fun for parents to read over.

"...for little (and old) minds, and still provide a story that is immersive and childlike...." Read more

"...to teach and imparts valuable Buddhist philosophy in a way that is entertaining, subtle and not preachy...." Read more

"...I liked it as the stories have great concepts and are introduced in a fun way. I often come back to the Zen Shorts in the book...." Read more

"...within the story, but that’s what keeps it interesting and fun for parents to read over and over to their kids...." Read more

16 customers mention "Simplicity"16 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the simplicity of the book, with one noting it's accessible without being condescending, and another mentioning it provides helpful reframes for various situations.

"...I have gifted it to everyone in my family. It’s beautiful, simple and it teaches so many wonderful lessons. I highly, highly recommend it!!!" Read more

"The stories are short and simple enough for the kids to follow, the illustrations engaging, but the ideas conveyed really have sparked a different..." Read more

"Our all-time favorite book. Simple and yet profound...." Read more

"...The delightful illustrations, the simple and effective retellimg of the zen master tales, as well as the story flow itself, bringing the zen tales..." Read more

13 customers mention "Peace"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book peaceful, describing it as calming for both mind and body, with one customer noting how it provides a different way of responding to life situations.

"...It's well drawn, it's a good length for toddlers, it's peaceful, and there are messages in the stories that will evolve with your child as they grow...." Read more

"...This book left us in a very peaceful state. The age recommendation is 4 to 8, I think this is appropriate...." Read more

"...Of course I was intrigued by such a humble reaction and asked where he heard the story and he mentioned this book...." Read more

"Beautiful, peaceful, sweet. My three kids loved this book...." Read more

17 customers mention "Readableness"9 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's readability, with some finding it wonderfully written while others report that the font size is nearly unreadable and the text is too small.

"...out from time to time because of the thoughtful characters, engaging writing and fun stories...." Read more

"...arranged horizontally and they were so very very tiny and the text was even tinier, even when I did a screenshot and tried to enlarge it, all the..." Read more

"I bought this book for my 7-year old. The writing is super easy for her but the message is as deep as it gets...." Read more

"I found the Kindle format frustrating. The book showed two pages at a time making the font size nearly unreadable...." Read more

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  • Justin N.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great artwork, great stories, great messages. A family favorite.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
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    If your household is anything like ours, you've got books aplenty. We could open a small library at this point, because as my now 3.5-year-old has grown, we saved all his books for his little sister. We haven't hit the phase yet where books can be donated because we've got another baby ready to read the old ones. So, when it comes to recommending a book to someone, knowing that they too may have a million books already, I really try to think it through.

    And this book is one I recommend to everyone, even if they've got room for just one more on their kid's shelf. It's well drawn, it's a good length for toddlers, it's peaceful, and there are messages in the stories that will evolve with your child as they grow. I remember the first time we read it when my boy was two. He liked the pictures and sat through it, listening the whole way. He asked for it a few times a week. And now that he's closer to four, we still read it, and he asks thoughtful questions about the Zen short stories that he (hopefully) absorbs and help him down the road.

    It's the type of book that's all fun on the surface with deep, positive ripples underneath. Our copy has been read maybe 80 times and we've gifted the book to a few others as well. Apple TV+ even recently created an animated show around the book so the stories of the three kids and their neighbor panda, Stillwater, can continue to evolve.

    I just love books like this. They teach kids lessons about how to understand some of the day-to-day stresses of life, while keeping it fun and positive. I'd much rather my kids learn how to handle difficult emotions as a normal part of the big picture rather than being scared or confused by them. If only we could all have a Zen panda living next door to us... The world would be better for it.
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  • Irrevocable Trust
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not just the same old stories told again. Beautifully drawn, masterfully told, engaging stories, and practical lessons.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2017
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    This set of books about Stillwater the panda are wondrous. Art work is beautiful, and enchanting. The stories are unique and thought provoking. My 3 yro has all of them, and loves them. He's still too young to get the depth of the stories, but still the story provides something he can grab onto now, and as he has grown, repeated reading have allowed him to gain new insights. The characters are pleasant and relatable to a child.

    What I really appreciate about the story is they are not static stories. There's levels to them. And they are not just another reiteration of the same stories you see repeated in children's book time and time again. For example, rather then just talk about being mean, or sharing, or considerate, on story is about a child who wants to play robots with Stillwater. The child tells Stillwater that he will be "the bad guy". So, with some cookies, Stillwater demonstrates that being the bad guy is no fun for himself, or for others, but still agrees to be the bad guy. Then allows the child to decide to play differently by having both robots go on an adventure together, changing the playtime from a conflict oriented imagination, to a cooperative and positive game.

    The feel of these books is not a classic story, there is a mundanity to and a flow that provides a very nice change of pace. The Not just how you interact with others, but how you interact with yourself. This should be obvious from the "Zen" in all the titles, but until you have read it (20 times at least) it is hard to appreciate how these books flow and form a story that is both thought provoking for little (and old) minds, and still provide a story that is immersive and childlike.

    I sincerely hope Mr. Muth makes more of this story line, and if not, I thank him for these pieces of joy.
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  • CMKinman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best book ever
    Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2024
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    This is my favorite book. I have gifted it to everyone in my family. It’s beautiful, simple and it teaches so many wonderful lessons. I highly, highly recommend it!!!
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  • KP
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book but...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2024
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    I regret trusting Amazon's recommended reading age, which says 2-6. Bought this book for my 3.5yo son for Christmas and while it's beautifully illustrated and has meaningful stories (hence my 5 star rating), we probably won't really be reading it for another few years. My son is very well-read for his age and generally has an advanced level of understanding but I think the story-within-a-story format can be confusing for his age and the lessons conveyed are not easy to decipher or apply to real life. Finally, one of the stories mentions a war and a draft and I'm not looking to explain either one of those concepts in detail to my 3yo. I'd recommend, but for an older child.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book with good life lessons for kids
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2024
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    I was reading this book to some 14-year-olds. After one of the zen stories/parables, one of the kids turned to whisper to a friend, "that's DEEP!" Love this book. It's beautifully illustrated. I find the sequel (Zen Ties) much less engaging, but I love the usage of the framing story and the parables in Zen Shorts.
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  • Chitownmama
    5.0 out of 5 stars Philosophy, art and story telling, all in one package
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2010
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    We bought Zen Shorts last year when our son was only 3 years old and were delighted that he enjoyed it as much as he did even though he was so young. It provides for good story telling and make me feel good about reading him literature that will enable him to become a better person as he grows up. The illustrations are fantastic but that just seems to be a bonus. The story is about a panda who befriends 3 siblings and develops a friendship with them. As the story unfolds, the wise but absolutely adorable panda spends time with each of the three siblings and shares stories or makes observations that are steeped in Buddhist philosophy. The characters are appealing to all ages and the narrative is just right for little kids to wrap their little heads around these concepts. The book has important lessons to teach and imparts valuable Buddhist philosophy in a way that is entertaining, subtle and not preachy. We love Stillwater and after enjoying the fun story, we almost feel the sense of well-being settling on us as we sit to talk about the stories and what Stillwater shared with the kids in the book. We subsequently bought Zen Ties and Zen Ghosts as well, both of which are really good books, but I think Zen Shorts is our favorite.
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  • great reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2015
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    Jon J Muth is a master of bringing great stories of both Western and Eastern traditions into beautiful, simple language and lovely water colours, so that they become compelling for children and remain so for adults. Anyone building a library of great books for their kids should add this and Muth's other books to the shelf. He's a true artist and my girls (three and five years old) simply love his books and Stillwater, the great panda who appears in most but not all of Muth's books.
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  • SS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible 10/10
    Reviewed in Australia on January 10, 2023
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    Book was bigger than I expected in height! Quite a big square - a fun size for kids to really immerse in the illustrations! Still thin to hold which is great. Beautiful storyline - Stillwater is the most wholesome of inspirational characters to read to your little one. 10/10
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  • Sayuri
    3.0 out of 5 stars Great. But something is missing.
    Reviewed in Japan on March 18, 2024
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    I picked up a bunch of children's books recently. I use them when I teach English. The ones I bought were:

    A Sick Day for Amos McGee
    The Incredible Book Eating Boy
    Zen Shorts
    1 Million Dots

    I bought these after I searched on the net for "children's books with a soul." In that search I found the following page: "Design Mom’s Top 50 Picture Books." These were all books that had been published since 2000. I wanted to see some newer, but good quality, books.

    A Sick Day for Amos McGee
    Very charming and very surprising. I would recommend it to anyone. 5 Stars

    The Incredible Book Eating Boy
    Also, very funny. I'd be a little worried though that the book might teach kids to start chewing on books. A good book though. 4 stars.

    Zen Shorts
    Good. The art is wonderful. The outer story seems a little too thin though. It appears to be merely a vehicle for the author to tell the three inner stories from the book...which the author himself did not invent. I would have preferred to see the author put more effort into his own part of the story. In general though, Zen Shorts reminds me of the Disney movies "Song of the South" and "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh." In both of these works, there is also an outer story that serves as a vehicle for smaller stories to be told. Unlike Song of the South and Winnie the Pooh though, there is no time for us to meet and fall in love with any of the characters within the story. Falling in love with the characters is a necessity that was neglected in this book, but was allowed to happen in both "A Sick Day for Amos McGee" and "The Incredible Book Eating Boy."

    It's a good book. But it needed to be larger and the author himself needed to contribute more. 3 stars.

    1 Million Dots has not yet arrived, so, I can't speak much about it.
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  • RW
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dieses Buch ist Weisheit für Kinder
    Reviewed in Germany on July 17, 2022
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    Das Buch ist sehr gut für Kinder die ihre Neugierde auf die Welt und wie die Welt ist entdeckt haben- sozusagen für Kinder ab dem Alter von 4 Jahre..
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  • Karthika G
    5.0 out of 5 stars Stillwater the Story Panda
    Reviewed in India on March 18, 2019
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    My daughter says she now wants to read all the books in the "Zen series" because she likes "Stillwater the Story Panda."
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