Teapots Recommendations - For all ages

BOOKS for ADULTS

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Ceramics: A Potter’s Handbook 5th edition

by Glenn C. Nelson
Holt Rinehart and Winston, 1984

This text book is a terrific introduction to ceramics. The book covers all the basics including the formation of clay, the history of ceramics, and pottery techniques and instruction. This book is an instructional and comprehensive look at ceramics.

Ceramics: Mastering the Craft

by Richard Zakin
Krause Publications, 2001

An introduction to ceramics. There is not a chapter directly on teapots, but images and references to teapots are spread throughout the book.

Clay and Glazes for the Potter

by Daniel Rhodes
Chilton Book Co., 1973

An in-depth look at clay and glazes. A good book if you want to explore the physical breakdown of clay and glazes.

Functional Pottery: Form and Aesthetic in Pots of Purpose

by Robin Hopper
Krause Publications, 200

This book starts with the historical development of pottery and goes on to discuss the mechanics of making a functional and practical pot for eating, drinking and pouring.

I Shock Myself: The Autobiography of Beatrice Wood

by Beatrice Wood
Chronicle Books, 1988

An autobiography of the potter Beatrice Wood. This book provides insight into her life and art.

Serendipitea: A Guide to the Varieties, Origins, and Rituals of Tea

by Tomislav Podreka
William Morrow and Company, 1998

An exploration of the history and philosophy of tea. This book looks at the various types of tea, as well as the rituals surrounding tea around the world.

Tea With Friends

by Elizabeth Knight
Storey Books, 1998

This small book is a twelve month guide to planning a tea party. The book includes a basic primer of tea and tea parties and then provides a lovely menu and party suggestions for each month of the year.

The London Ritz Book of Afternoon Tea: The Art and Pleasures of Taking Tea

by Helen Simpson
Arbor House, 1986

A guide to creating afternoon tea in proper English fashion -- recipes and all!

The Tea Council’s Guide To The Best Tea Places in England, 7th edition

by Tea Council
The Little Bookroom, 2002

A delightful travel guide for tea connoisseurs or just the adventurous traveler! This guide describes over 100 tea rooms, restaurants, hotels, and inns which have been recognized by the prestigious Tea Guild of England as serving high-quality teas. This is a great reference for the tea drinker as well as the teapot lover.

The Tea Lover’s Treasury

by James Norwood Pratt
101 Productions, 1982

A collection of stories and histories about tea. This book includes a chapter entitled, “Tea Things: Where Did That Come From?” which describes, humorously at times, the history of the tea cup and tea pot. This book is a pleasant, light read for someone looking for a story tellers approach to the history of tea.

KIDS BOOKS

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Ella's Trip to the Museum

by Elaine Clayton
Crown, 1996

Ella visits a museum with her classmates and shows them how to look at art in a magical way.

I Am an Artist

by Pat Lowery Collins
Millbrook Press, 1992

An artist describes finding natural beauty in the world.

I'm a Little Teapot

by Iza Trapani
Whispering Coyote Press, 1996

A Teapot dreams of visiting China, Mexico, the opera, a jungle and many other places around the world.

Miss Spider's Tea Party

by David Kirk
Scholastic: Callaway Edition, 1994

Miss Spider hosts a tea party, but the other bugs refuse to come because they are afraid of being eaten.

Oxford First Book of Art

by Gillian Wolfe
Oxford University Press, 1999

An introduction to the joys of art for children.

MUSIC

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Fingerplays and Footplays

by Rosemary Hallum and Henry Glass
Educational Activities, 1987

Record & cassette. These charming fingerplays and footplays are fun to do and involve children happily in learning. A combination of traditional and new songs, all are done in a bright style. Directions are on the recording, so the plays are easy to learn. Includes "I'm a Little Teapot."

Mother Goose Rocks, Volume 3

by Richard Snee
Boffomedia, 2000

Compact disc. Nursery rhymes performed by Mother Goose rocks "cast" (Robert Berry, Michelle Chappel, Mary Ellen Duell, Thom Duell, Molly Pasutti, Richard Snee). Included "I'm a Little Teapot."

PreSchool Action Time: Activities and Finger Plays

by Carol Hammett
Kimbo Educational, 1988

Record & cassette. Activities and songs to aid in fine and gross motor development. Includes "I'm a Little Teapot."

Sing Along with Bob #1

by Bob McGrath
Western Publishing, 1985

Cassette - A of children's hits sung by Bob McGrath who can be seen on Sesame Street. Includes "I'm a Little Teapot."

WEBSITES

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YiXing Company - A History of teapots
http://www.teapots.net/

A great website on the history of the teapot and the teapot beginning in 3rd century China!

Stash Company - History and design of teapots
http://www.stashtea.com/teapots.htm

This website features the history and design of the teapot.