Farley the frog has a problem – he can’t stop farting. While his sister thinks it’s funny, his parents and his teacher are not amused. The doctor says it’s only gas and it will pass. The trouble is, it does! Farley tries to control himself, but the results are worse: he swells up like a balloon and floats off into the sky. Comic pictures and a tongue-in-cheek text relate how Farley and his family learn that it’s better to fart and bear the shame than not to fart and bear the pain!
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Kindergarten-Grade 2-No matter how he tries to control himself, Farley can't stop farting. At home, in school, wherever he is, his loud "PFFFOOOTTT" shatters the silence. The doctor considers it merely a temporary problem that "will pass"-but it's small consolation for the little frog, who tries to follow his parents' advice to "see if [he] can stop." But this causes his stomach to expand like a balloon and he becomes airborne, drifting ever higher and higher. A giant fart releases his gas and allows him to float gently to earth, cured of his digestive problems. While the subject is sure to capture children's interest, there are some inconsistencies to consider. The cartoon painting of Farley's happy face on the cover might lead readers to believe this is one happy-go-lucky frog. There is no pictorial evidence of the embarrassment that this ailment must have caused him. Would he smile happily while sitting on the potty if he is experiencing stomach distress? Would his mother, relieved that Farley has landed safely and seems to be cured, actually serve bean soup that very evening? And while children may giggle at Farley's dilemma, the pictures and text are totallyat odds with one another here. "Pass" on this one.
Marianne Saccardi, Norwalk Community College, CT
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Marianne Saccardi, Norwalk Community College, CT
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"The preschool set will likely erupt in giggles.... Red-roofed, white farm houses dotting the outdoor scenes add European touches to the artwork; while humorous details...enliven the proceedings of the hapless cartoon frog."
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Farley is adorable!,
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Despite the title, this is a sweet little book. Hey - it's something that we ALL do....and Farley does it best!!! You'll love the cute pictures and story line. I gave this as a gift to my cousin to read to her daughter.....her daughter read it to her - with all the "pffft" sounds! Loved it!
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Someone gifted me with this book a few years ago. Just love it! This subject matter is the great equalizer of men, as no one can claim they've never done this bodily function. I have adults read it out loud with alot of expression in a group of adults...and the laughing is uncontrollable. What a great icebreaker for a group. It's even more funny when someone "dignified" reads it aloud. Great book for kids and adults.
5.0 out of 5 stars
funny book,
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This is such a cute children's book.. but I bought it for myself. I love the illustrations too!
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For days, Farley the Frog had been having some rather noisy tummy trouble. Read the first page New!
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Front Cover | Front Flap | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
For days, Farley the Frog had been having some rather noisy tummy trouble. Read the first page New!
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Front Cover | Front Flap | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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