The crabby neighbors of El Camino Street are not very happy when the new family on the block and their flock of cousins, aunts, uncles, and grannies arrive for a big noisy reunion. Get kids reading -- AND moving and dancing too with the SNOOZLE DANCE VIDEO from the book and the TOO MANY VISITORS MUSICAL video for kids. A Booksicals book - encouraging reading through the arts. www.booksicals.com
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Too Many Visitors for One Little House is Susan Chodakiewitz' debut children' picture book. As a composer, lyricist and producer of musical theater Susan got inspired to write children's picture books after writing Vanillaville her first children's musical based on a picture book. Susan is the founder of Booksicals a books and theatrical company encouraging a love of reading through the arts. The Booksicals Repertory Company performs Too Many Visitors for One Little House in schools, bookstores and special events.
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Susan Chodakiewitz was born in Havanah Cuba. Her father, a handsome American came to cuba on a 'quick business' trip and fell in love with her mother, the beautiful cuban jewish girl in the 'melon colored dress'. Susan grew up in New York with her family and russian-cuban grandparents where latin music, musical theater, Spanish, Yiddish Russian and Jewish tradition colored her life. These influences are the colors of her creative pallette. Susan has 3 sons and a husband and lives in Los Angeles in a rockin' rollin' family where music and creativity is bouncing off the walls. Susan is a composer, writer and author. She has written and produced musical theater in LA. Susan is the founder of Booksicals -encouraging a love of reading through the arts. When she is not clearing drums, guitars, lyric sheets, mic wires and other goodies her sons leave in living room, she is writing children's books. Susan loves reading, cooking, go on interesting vacations with her husband and music.
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Format:Paperback
I turned the pages of this delightful book enjoying the wonderful illustrations of the people of El Camino Street. When the new family moved in - a mom, a dad, three kids, and a fish- the neighbors kept an eye out for trouble.... and all was fine, until the visitors arrived.
And with every turn of the page more family arrives much to their neighbors dismay... they label each visitor from the noisy teenagers, to the off her rocker Grandma.... this book really shows how people can judge others before they really even know them.
I think this would be a wonderful read for children to discuss learning to accept others even if they are different from ourselves. Who knows... you just might experience something incredible and new!
And with every turn of the page more family arrives much to their neighbors dismay... they label each visitor from the noisy teenagers, to the off her rocker Grandma.... this book really shows how people can judge others before they really even know them.
I think this would be a wonderful read for children to discuss learning to accept others even if they are different from ourselves. Who knows... you just might experience something incredible and new!
Format:Paperback
With brightly colored illustrations by Veronica Walsh and story by Susan Chodakiewitz, Too Many Visitors For One Little House will surely charm kids.
The story begins with the neighbors of El Camino Street who are comfortable and set in their ways. They don't like pets, kids, big families, noise and disruptions. So when the young family with three kids and a fish move in, the neighbors watch out for trouble. Their worst fears are realized when a large camper pulls up next to the little house and unloads the grandparents with prune juice, aunts and uncles with dirty laundry, teens with music, skateboards, and arms full of clothes.
But with the chaos, the neighbors find that guests also bring laughter, music, good food, and good cheer.
Lighthearted and fun, Too Many Visitors for One Little House is an enjoyable read. It's release is well timed to coincide with visits these upcoming holidays.
Review copy provided by the publicist.
The story begins with the neighbors of El Camino Street who are comfortable and set in their ways. They don't like pets, kids, big families, noise and disruptions. So when the young family with three kids and a fish move in, the neighbors watch out for trouble. Their worst fears are realized when a large camper pulls up next to the little house and unloads the grandparents with prune juice, aunts and uncles with dirty laundry, teens with music, skateboards, and arms full of clothes.
But with the chaos, the neighbors find that guests also bring laughter, music, good food, and good cheer.
Lighthearted and fun, Too Many Visitors for One Little House is an enjoyable read. It's release is well timed to coincide with visits these upcoming holidays.
Review copy provided by the publicist.
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderful children's book about how to "make nice" with your friends and neighbors. Nice illustrations and the story is a cute lesson for kids.
The book is about a rowdy family that moves into a quiet neighborhood and has to learn how to get along with neighbors who are not-so-welcoming. This would be a good book for someone who was going to make a move to another house and wanted a nice picture-book to discuss the transition with their kids.
One thing, though. There's a grandpa with a toilet plunger in his hand, which was weird-- assuming he had some giant bowel movement is a strange thing to have to explain to a toddler. But it could be funny, if you approach the subject right. Just a little note of caution.
The book is about a rowdy family that moves into a quiet neighborhood and has to learn how to get along with neighbors who are not-so-welcoming. This would be a good book for someone who was going to make a move to another house and wanted a nice picture-book to discuss the transition with their kids.
One thing, though. There's a grandpa with a toilet plunger in his hand, which was weird-- assuming he had some giant bowel movement is a strange thing to have to explain to a toddler. But it could be funny, if you approach the subject right. Just a little note of caution.
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When Susan wrote Too Many Visitors for One Little House she hit the ball way out of the park with this one! Read more
Published on July 20, 2009 by LadyD
Wish I could come over and be a part of this story
I loved the warmth and fun in this story. The illustrations were bright and inviting. We get to see what goes on in a fun family's home, when some interesting visitors arrive. Read more
Published on May 10, 2009 by Sandy Lasarow
Brings a smile to your face!
This heartwarming story and colorful illustrations will make any reader, young and old, smile. We can all relate to family gatherings and sharing good food and good times... Read more
Published on May 6, 2009 by Steve Abramowitz
Great fun!
As a librarian, this book has all the elements for a good read! The tone is fun and upbeat, the characters varied, and the connection with childrens' busy and hectic lives real. Read more
Published on May 3, 2009 by Elise Daniel
Too Much Fun!
This beautiful picture book tells a delightful tale of grumpy neighbors being won over by too many delightful visitors in one small house. Read more
Published on April 28, 2009 by Nancy I. Sanders
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In the spirit of full disclosure, I have watched this delightful tale grow from the first draft by Susan Chodakiewitz through a polished version through the first black-and-white... Read more
Published on February 17, 2009 by Phyllis Zimbler Miller
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