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Mrs. Wishy-Washy [Board book]

Joy Cowley (Author), Elizabeth Fuller (Illustrator)

(13 customer reviews)

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Book Description

Release date: May 3, 1999 | Age Range: 1 - 6 years | Lexile Measure: 50L (What's this?)

Cow, Pig, and Duck are playing in the mud, when along comes Mrs. Wishy-Washy. "Oh lovely mud," think the three friends. But Mrs. Wishy-Washy says, "Just LOOK at you!" and washes them clean: wishy-washy, wishy-washy.

But what do you think happens the moment Mrs. Wishy-Washy turns her back on this mud-loving trio? Better have a scrub brush ready!

Children around the world have laughed at the fastidious Mrs. Wishy-Washy as they first discover the joy of reading. A perfect introduction to the delightful storytelling of Joy Cowley.

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But what do you think happens the moment Mrs. Wishy-Washy turns her back on this mud-loving trio? Better have a scrub brush ready!

Children around the world have laughed at the fastidious Mrs. Wishy-Washy as they first discover the joy of reading. A perfect introduction to the delightful storytelling of Joy Cowley.

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Product Details

Age Range: 1 - 6 years
Board book: 16 pages
Publisher: Philomel (May 3, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0399233911
ISBN-13: 978-0399233913
Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 5 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #114,119 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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“ This classic book will delight young readers due to the text's simplicity, repetitive catchy phrases and vivid illustrations. ” arosen | 2 reviewers made a similar statement

“ She had me read it so many times that I had it easily memorized. ” Alicia C. | 2 reviewers made a similar statement

“ You children/students will love this book and will in time learn to read it themselves, just as my kindergartners did. ” "tanisha_allison" | 2 reviewers made a similar statement

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely loved by children, the favorite on the shelf. September 29, 1999

By jholley@aol.com

Format:Board book

Be prepared to read it over and over again. The pre-schoolers laugh and giggle. They love to say "Wishy-Washy" and can't wait til the next page that opens up. A short enough book, even your littlest reader knows the next page.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must for any one working with young children. May 31, 2001

By "tanisha_allison"

Format:Board book

I first came across this book while student teaching and fell in love instantly. I have used it for many theme units - letter (W), farm unit, and rhyming words unit. I have even made flannel board pieces to go along with the story and put in my literacy centers. My supervising teachers loved the flannel pieces so much they had me make them some also. You children/students will love this book and will in time learn to read it themselves, just as my kindergartners did. GET THIS BOOK :).

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Ms Wishy-Washy is a delightful book for new readers. October 2, 1998

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Format:Paperback

Ms Wishy-Washy is a colorful picture book for new readers. The cow, pig, and duck see the mud, and they wade, roll, and waddle in it. Ms Wishy-Washy then scrubs each animal clean. Then guess what the animals do next?

The book presents one word change per page and gives the new reader enough repetitions so that the reader learns the repeated words. The illustrations are marvelous. Children love this book, but so do adults.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Book

The book is ripped and written on. Not quality as described. I would like a refund or credit adjustment. The title was mrs. Wishy washy.

Published 2 months ago by Mnks

5.0 out of 5 stars Cutest Book!

I use this book in my EC classroom and have adapted it so that my students can better access the content. They love the book and I do too. It is really cute!

Published 4 months ago by Daniella Velazquez

5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic

My niece (2 years old) loved this book. It's simple and repetative and, apparently, very satisfying. She had me read it so many times that I had it easily memorized.

Published 5 months ago by Alicia C.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wishy-Washy Fun

This classic book will delight young readers due to the text's simplicity, repetitive catchy phrases and vivid illustrations. The book comes in a big book version. Read more

Published 15 months ago by arosen

4.0 out of 5 stars Mrs. Wishy Washy

This children's book came much faster than the allotted time period, and was in extremely good condition. I would order again. Read more

Published 22 months ago by wldflwr22

1.0 out of 5 stars Not what was advertised, at all

I purchased this book after reading the review AND calling to be sure that it was the Big Book version. Read more

Published on March 19, 2011 by Nancy G Machain

5.0 out of 5 stars Mrs Wishy Washy

This is one of my favorite "new baby" gifts. You can use motions and great expression when reading this book to little ones. It makes them laugh and really connect with the book. Read more

Published on January 6, 2008 by LRL

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!

This book is so wonderful for little ones and very easy to read "just one more time" - although for some reason when I read this to my class, I used a british accent for the Mrs. Read more

Published on August 15, 2007 by Lisa Clarke

5.0 out of 5 stars So glad this is available to the general public!

I LOVE Mrs. Wishy-Washy. I used many of Joy Cowley's books when I taught Kindergarten. I had almost evey Big Book of Mrs. Read more

Published on November 13, 2006 by S. Falvey

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Babies!

This is the only book my 8 month old daughter will pay attention to when we read to her. She actually laughs out loud to it! It helps to read it in a bad British accent! Read more

Published on October 20, 2004 by J Bird

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