This Little Chick

Lawrence, John

ISBN 10: 0606315993 ISBN 13: 9780606315999

Publisher: Turtleback Books, 2013

Synopsis

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. A little chick shows that he can make the sounds of the animals in his neighborhood.

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Review:

This little chick has a lot to say. Making the rounds on the farm one day, our fine, feathered friend learns to mimic all his barnyard buddies, from pigs to frogs to cows:

This little chick from over the way
went to laze with the cows one day.
And what do you think they heard him say?
Moo Moo Moo Moo Moo Moo

Young readers will love predicting what sounds the feisty chick will make next as he swims, jumps, and skips his way through the day. And everyone will be as ready as he is to curl up for a much-needed rest when he finally returns home to his mom to share all he has learned. John Lawrence's take on a traditional rhyme is enhanced by his eye-catching illustrations, made with vinyl engravings, printed wood textures, and watercolor washes. Especially marvelous are the black sheep frolicking in their curly, swirly wool coats. (Ages 1 to 4) --Emilie Coulter

About the Author:

John Lawrence's signature wood engravings grace the pages of many classic novels and anthologies. But to do the large bold engravings for THIS LITTLE CHICK, he chose to work in vinyl. He says of this book, "I always wanted to do a book for very young children and was delighted when a little chick turned up on my doorstep." John Lawrence's other books for children include THE MYSTERIES OF ZIGOMAR by Allan Ahlberg and A YEAR AND A DAY by William Mayne.

About this edition

• Publisher: Turtleback Books
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0606315993
• ISBN 13: 9780606315999
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 32