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OLD MACDONALD HAD A FARM by Frances Cony

OLD MACDONALD HAD A FARM

by Frances Cony & illustrated by Iain Smyth

Pub Date: March 1st, 1999
ISBN: 0-531-30129-X
Publisher: Orchard

Old MacDonald had a farm, and on his farm animals pop up, wiggle, and roll their eyeballs. This hilarious paper-engineered version of the classic song will engage readers of all ages. The illustrations are amiable cartoons, while the mechanics of the pop-ups are superb. Old MacDonald’s tractor shakes its rear tires; a row of hungry cows roll their eyes and chew their cuds with enthusiasm. Not only are the movements funny, but the pull-tabs are tough—this book was designed to handle heavy use—and will probably survive even library circulation. (Pop-up. 2-5)