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Flight of the Dodo [Hardcover]

Peter Brown (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)


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When Penguin gets pooped on by a flying goose, he doesn't just get angry--he decides to do something about it. Penguin and his flightless friends set out to build a flying machine that will give them the bird's eye view they've never had in this picture book. Illustrations.

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Kindergarten-Grade 2–Penguin is having a fine day until a flying goose lets loose on his jacket. Reminded that he is restricted to the ground and that the Flappers get to have all the fun, the Waddler summons other flightless birds–Ostrich, Kiwi, and Cassowary–and convinces them of the need to invent a flying machine. Once aloft in their hot-air balloon, Penguin finally felt the thrill of target pooping. The straightforward text shows the various sounds and noises either in capitals–SPLAT–or in a wavy line to indicate the flying and floating in the sky. Colorful acrylic-and-pencil illustrations not only add humor–worms are shown squirming out of Penguin's sandwich by day, and the birds sport flight goggles–but also depict trouble–the sky turns a blackish-purple when a thunderstorm hits. In a turnabout of fate, Penguin poops on the geese to get their attention and the kindhearted Flappers facilitate the rescue of the Waddlers. Pair this book with other titles about unlikely friendships for a theme about learning from others.–Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA
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About the Author

Peter Brown is a graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA. He has been pooped on over seven times in his life. This is his first children's book. Peter's website is www.peterbrownstudio.com.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; 1St Edition edition (October 5, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316110388
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316110389
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 0.5 x 11.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,178,700 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Peter Brown writes and illustrates books for young whippersnappers. He grew up in Hopewell, New Jersey, where he spent his time imagining and drawing silly characters. He studied Life Lessons at the School of Hard Knocks, and then got his B.F.A. in Illustration from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.

After college Peter moved to Brooklyn, New York and spent several years painting backgrounds for animated TV shows. And then in 2003 he got a book deal to write and illustrate his first picture book FLIGHT OF THE DODO, which is a story that involves bird poop...in case you're into that kind of thing. Since then he's written and illustrated three more picture books, and illustrated several other books for young whippersnappers. His books have been adapted into plays and animated short films, they have been translated into a dozen languages, and they include the 2010 E.B. White award winner, Children's Choice Award winner, and New York Times bestselling book THE CURIOUS GARDEN.

Peter's fifth picture book, CHILDREN MAKE TERRIBLE PETS, hit bookshelves in September 2010, and is Peter's second NY Times Bestseller.

 

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Lighten up with this book!, December 6, 2005
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Christian Seitz (Charlotte, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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It is rare to find a book that can appeal to such a large audience. To children, the message is clear, positive, and entertaining. To humorous adults, it's just plain funny and a joy to read repeatedly. And to art critics, Peter Brown's work in this book is museum-worthy! Buy this book as a gift for anyone who fits these categories, and remember to pick one up for yourself!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My Nieces LOVE This Book., December 5, 2005
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Toto (Roseville, CA) - See all my reviews
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I bought this book for my nieces a few weeks ago and they read it over and over again. They love what the story is about and since there's a little bird doodoo involved it was an instant hit. I like how it shows the kids how much you can accomplish if you work together. It has a great ending as well. Everyone should get this book for their children. It's an excellent holiday gift.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Flying high!, December 6, 2005
This review is from: Flight of the Dodo (Hardcover)
I loved this book! You can almost feel the birds' joy when they could finally fly. Perfect for kids and the kid in all us adults. The art is exquisite and the humor and wit is for all ages. I predict a brilliant future for this young author-artist.
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