TOES ARE TO TICKLE

by Shen Roddie ‧ RELEASE DATE: June 16, 1997

A takeoff of the Ruth Krauss and Maurice Sendak classic A Hole Is to Dig (1952) that revives the same snappy childlike style of defining words that so charmed generations of early listeners. From the first yawn of morning to the last kiss goodnight, Roddie goes through meals, playtime, a visit to the park, dressing up, and more with simple one-liners describing favorite behaviors and feelings. ""Morning is for waking up . . . milk is to give some to the cat . . . and a mirror is for making faces"" are just a few examples of the cuddly sentiments expressed with joy. Exuberant Helen Oxenbury--ish expressions enliven scenes of two siblings trying on oversized shoes, seesawing, building tents of blankets, emptying purses, and other typical discoveries. Chipper colors add to the free-spirited frolic found in the pages of this early concept book.

Pub Date: June 16, 1997

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: 24

Publisher: Tricycle

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: May 15, 1997

Categories: CHILDREN'S