Customer Reviews

Flight of the Dodo

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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!

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.

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.

A friend gave this book to my daughter for her birthday, but I think I enjoy it as much as she does. On the very first page a flightless bird (Penguin) gets pooped on by a flying bird (a Goose)...that was all I needed to know that I'd love this book. What a funny concept! My kids and I giggle constantly throughout the entire adventure. Anyone who wants to have a fun, silly time reading with their children should try "Flight of the Dodo." Oh, and I almost forgot to add that the art is absolutely incredible.

I was first captivated by the illustrations in this book. Brown is a wonderful and detailed artist! The comical pictures add so much to this children's book. The story itself reveals the importance of persistence and teamwork. Way to go Peter Brown!

I just read this book to my 5 year old twins, who had it recommended to them by their school librarian. We all enjoyed it immensely (although be forewarned there is a lot of poo humor and poo-related illustrations!) I thought the pictures were quite well-done: the birds are modernist but full of personality. I liked this as much as "Diary of a Worm", also a favorite of our family.

My 5-year-old son and I read this book together one night and we both laughed from the beginning to the end. The story was fresh and the drawing was detailed. We couldn't help read it one more time. Then my son read it with my wife. The next morning, he was reading it again while having his breakfast. A very nice book!

If you can't enjoy a little potty humor now and again, well, poo on you! I recently watched this book read to a crowd of kids ages 3-7 who were bent over with the giggles. Many of them had never been pooped on by a bird, but they were imagining the humiliation and ick factor with a great deal of glee. Underneath the humor is a well delivered message that revenge is not sweet--but cooperation is. The illustrations are FABULOUS! I cannot wait to see what Peter Brown drops on us next.

The illustrations are absolutely incredible. If you haven't flipped through this yet make it a point to get to your bookstore. I simply had to get one for my niece. I know she'll love it!

This is an entertaining book for audiences young and old. The story is humorous and original. The artwork is just amazing.