Corduroy's Halloween (A Lift-the-Flap Book) [Hardcover]

B. G. Hennessy (Author), Don Freeman (Creator)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1995 | Age Level: 2 and up | Series: Lift-the-flap Books

From choosing a costume and joining a window-painting contest, to going trick-or-treating and bobbing for apples at the party afterwards, Corduroy cheerfully leads the way to a fun-filled Halloween. Based on the character created by Don Freeman. Full color.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Hardcover: 16 pages
• Publisher: Viking Juvenile (September 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0670861936
• ISBN-13: 978-0670861934
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #932,910 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

B. G. Hennessy has authored over 35 children's books including the entire series of CORDUROY lift-the-flap books. With nearly four million books in print in ten languages, her writing awards and honors include two Parenting Magazine Reading Magic Awards an IRA/Children's Choice Award Book and a Best Book of the Year by the Bank Street College of Education. She recently authored CORDUROY LOST AND FOUND, a companion to Don Freeman's beloved Corduroy bear series. More information on her books can be found at www.bghennessy.com. Ms. Hennessy lives in Paradise Valley, Arizona with her family.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not the old Corduroy, April 2, 2000

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Don Boroughs - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Corduroy's Halloween (A Lift-the-Flap Book) (Hardcover)

This book shamelessly uses Don Freeman's adorable bear character to illustrate a charmless trip through Halloween images. Lisa, Corduroy's endearing owner in the orignal book, is missing entirely, as is Corduroy's urban home. The original Corduroy is a favorite in our family, but we regret buying this one.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for preschoolers, October 29, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Corduroy's Halloween (A Lift-the-Flap Book) (Hardcover)

This book is one of the best I've found to teach my 2-year old about the traditions of Halloween. The book is beautifully illustrated with autumn scenes of fallen leaves, pumpkin patches, and not-too-scary trick-or-treaters. I was able to reinforce many familiar objects (pumpkins, apples, and scarecrows) with my toddler while introducing her to new ones (Indian corn, skeletons, and witches) The lift-the-flaps were cleverly hidden on each page which contributed to her enjoyment and attentiveness. The only drawback I found was that it left my daughter longing for candy even though the book depicts Corduroy handing out both sweets and a jar of pennies to visitors.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars My preschooler is bewitched, but I'm bothered & bewildered, February 12, 2005

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Annie Bee (Madison, Wisconsin, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Corduroy's Halloween (A Lift-the-Flap Book) (Hardcover)

At age 2-3 years, my son has enjoyed lifting the flaps on this charming book, but a few minor issues bother me as we read it. First, the trick-or-treaters say, "Trick-or-treat for Unicef!" Nothing against Unicef, but after the first couple of times reading this aloud, it struck me as odd and I decided to leave it at "Trick-or-treat." Unfortunately my son had already memorized the Unicef part and "corrects" me as we read. Second, at Corduroy's Halloween party everyone bobs for apples. Ewwww! Does anyone do that anymore? Finally, at the store Corduroy buys "everything he needs for his costume," but later we see his costume is the classic ghost: a sheet with eye holes. What exactly did he buy for *that*? Admittedly these are nitpicky points, however, and overall the book is an enjoyable intro to Halloween.