To Bathe a Boa (Carolrhoda Picture Books) [Hardcover]

C. Imbior Kudrna (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: Carolrhoda Picture Books

At bathtime a youngster has to struggle to get his recalcitrant pet boa into the tub.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The title character in this madcap picture book is a most engaging reptile. One sympathizes with the boa's quizzical expression when his master recounts, "With soap in hand and water hot,/ I called my boa to the spot./ 'It's dinnertime,' I sweetly lied,/ but not a sound did he reply." Wisely, the boa hides out in his master's toy chest, wearing a false nose and mustache. When the boy finally finds him, a rollicking struggle ensues, and they both end up in the bath. "I should have known that I'd get wet,/ for every time I bathe my pet,/ this very thing is what I see . . . ./ My boa ends up scrubbing ME!" Readers couldn't ask for a sillier idea or a more frolicsome execution, although some of the rhymes are clumsy. But only a sourpuss would complain about this disarming book.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 1 ``A boa has no greater wrath,/ than when he doesn't want a bath,'' so a boa owner must use any and all means to get his pet into the tub. In this caselies, food bribes, and, finally, a physical struggle before both boy and boa land in hot water. Brightly colored cartoon-style drawings filled with exaggerated proportions and humorous detail (including the boa disguised in Groucho Marx nose and glasses) typify the story's slapstick silliness. Unfortunately, the writing isn't as successful as the art in conveying the fun. The narrative rhyme is awkward, slight, and obviously forced, giving the feeling of a rushed or unfinished product. These same qualities that will elicit groans from adults will inspire giggles from children. The book will circulate, but it will supply only a few passing chuckles. Heide Piehler, Shorewood Public Library, Wis.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (December 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876143060
• ISBN-13: 978-0876143063
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,858,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny with great illustrations, September 26, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: To Bathe a Boa (Carolrhoda Picture Books) (Paperback)

A great rhyming story about how a boy gets his reluctant pet boa to take a bath. My three year old loved it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, October 19, 2010

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nscr14fn (Collinsville OK) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: To Bathe a Boa (Carolrhoda Picture Books) (Paperback)

This was my son's favorite book when he was 7 years old. I bought this book for my grandson who loves it just as much!

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful, May 2, 2010

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Patrick Houlihan "Houly" (Dover, DE) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: To Bathe a Boa (Carolrhoda Picture Books) (Paperback)

My kids (ages 4 and 2) absolutely love this book! I highly recommend it!