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Papagayo: The Mischief Maker

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McDermott's Papagayo is our favorite of his spectacular books for the 4-8 year olds (we have them all). His illustrations are brilliant, even suitable for framing. Caution may be in order, however, for younger children or those "afraid of the dark" or "monsters". This mythological tale is a bit spooky--we love it!

This was my favorite book as a child. While moving out of my parent's house a while back, I stumbled across it and re-read it. Whenever I have children of my own, this will be the first thing I read to them.

This book is super for your Kdgn. or First grade child just learning about folk tales. My son was facinated by the pictures and the story.

Absolutely awesome book-great pictures and many vibrant colors to capture a child's attention and imagination. I bought another four of this author's books after discovering one of them at the Smithsonian in Washington DC last summer.

I would highly recommend this book to parents, grandparents and others who need/want a terrific present for any young child in their life.

I read this book to my daughters when they were little, creating voices for the night creatures and Papagayo. My dd#2 is doing her student teaching now and was looking for a book to read to "her" class. When we came upon Papagayo I started to read a portion of the book. After a page or two I was told to "keep going, Mom!" My now 22yo DD sat as I read her the entire wonderful book! It is a great book and I am grateful to the neighbor who gave it to us.