My Town [Hardcover]

William Wegman (Author)

Book Description

Grade Level: P and up

Hardcover: 40 pages ; Dimensions (in inches): 0.40 x 10.06 x 10.12 Publisher: Hyperion; (October 20, 1998) ISBN: 0786804106 Ages 4-8 William Wegman and his cast of canines are back, and this time Chip is in a bit of a bind. His school report is"

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

William Wegman and his cast of canines are back, and this time Chip is in a bit of a bind. His school report is due and he hasn't got a clue as to what he might want to report on--all he wants to do is take pictures! But write a report he must, so Chip heads downtown in search of a topic. He consults a host of characters--and snaps their photos, too--including fire chief Chundo, construction foreman Culvert, Barry the beautician, and police officer Badgerino, who tells Chip that "ideas come from everywhere. There is no one way. Look in all directions." Chip takes Badgerino's valuable advice and decides that a photo essay is a great idea. After all, a "picture is worth a thousand words!" Wegman does it again with imaginative settings, colorful text, and those delightful Weimaraners.

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 4-Wegman fans rejoice-the wily weimaraners are suited up again. No period costumes [as in Cinderella (1993) or Little Red Riding Hood (1993)] or canine body draping this time [as in ABC (1994) or 123 (1995, all Hyperion)]; the dog heads appear above attire appropriate to all those folks in town. Chip has to write a report but all he wants to do is take photographs. A bus driver, teacher, librarian, coach, artist, police officer, mail carrier, firefighter, mechanic, and others try to help. The dog isn't inspired by any of their suggestions but he takes their pictures with his camera. Finally, inspiration dawns. The pup realizes he doesn't have to write the report-he can produce a photo-documentary. Just like his character, the author realizes he doesn't have to create great literatureto frame this work. A simple straightforward text with a blush of wit supports the illustrations without distraction. The full-color photographs are ingenious and the infinitely patient canines shine once again in this tribute to the people who make up a small town. A surefire hit for units on community helpers and Wegman devotees.
Jody McCoy, The Bush School, Seattle, WA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Hyperion (October 20, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786804106
• ISBN-13: 978-0786804108
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,369,814 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book about great characters in a great town, Great!, November 26, 1998

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This review is from: My Town (Hardcover)

My Town is a book about life and how, if you just think about it, a solution to any problem is just waiting to be found. Our family loves it. Would be a wonderful family Holiday gift. Brings smiles and laughs to all of us. Plus Bill Wegman is just one nice guy and "My Town" is just one great book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Such a cute book., May 26, 2002

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This review is from: My Town (Hardcover)

"My Town" is a great little book. The story is simple, but it has big meaning in it. The dogs are just wonderful and they'll bring a smile to your face. I recommend.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars William Wegman's best book to date. Great Design!!, May 2, 1998

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This review is from: My Town (Hardcover)

William Wegman's new book is a hilarious look at life in Chip's hometown. He meets a lot of outlandish characters along the way and learns a very important lesson when it comes to writing his school report. Hysterical! Another new brilliant book by William Wegman.