Rock-a-Doodle-Do! [Hardcover]

Michael Foreman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2001 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

When an old, homeless donkey sets out on the road to begin a new life as a musician, he invites other animals who are down on their luck to join him. How this downtrodden menagerie—a dog, a cat, a donkey, and a rooster—come to realize their dream is full of humor—and some surprises—in this infectiously rhythmical new version of "The Musicians of Bremen."

Editorial Reviews

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Ages 5-7. Foreman stages his version of the Grimms' fairy tale "The Bremen Town Musicians" in a locale suggesting the American southwest in the 1950s. A donkey who "didn't want to be made into pet food" runs away and meets a dog, a cat, and a rooster, who join him on the road, determined to become musicians. Together they frighten a band of robbers from their hideout, a run-down cafe, and defend their new home when the thieves return. The four friends transform the old place into a dance hall called Rock 'n Roll where crowds of teenagers gather to hear the animal band perform. The lively illustrations dramatize the action in a series of beautifully colored double-page spreads. An entertaining interpretation of an old favorite. Carolyn Phelan
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Review

“Michael Foreman has a flair for turning a book into a special occasion.” —Quentin Blake

“A witty and colourful new edition.” —Publishing News --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Andersen Press (April 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 086264951X
• ISBN-13: 978-0862649517
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,408,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)