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You Read to Me, I'll Read to You [Paperback]

John Ciardi , Edward Gorey
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

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Book Description

August 28, 1987 4 - 8 years
‘Thirty-five imaginative and humorous poems for an adult and a child to read aloud together. . . . The entertaining verses are varied as to length, rhythm, and subject and are illustrated with harmoniously amusing drawings.’ —BL.


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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Hilarious poemsabout a mother who sleeps late, frightful children, a cat named Mrs. Lick-a-Chin, and othersby the collaborators on The Man Who Sang the Sillies. Ages 4-8.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

"Every single poem and drawing is superior. A perfect book for every parent and child." -- The New York Times

Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  • Paperback: 64 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins (August 28, 1987)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0064460606
  • ISBN-13: 978-0064460606
  • Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #275,215 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.2 out of 5 stars
Now my daughter is 26, and this book is the first baby present I shall send her. Maggie McGraw  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
Just what kids love best. Karen S D Robinson  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
I received it as a gift in 1968 when I was 7 years old and I'm still reading it at 40. Mary  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This book of enjoyable, amusing, and well made poetry alternates poems to be read by adults to children with poems to be read by children to adults. Since I was 8 I've loved it, my child now gives it as a gift at every birthday party
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars You Read to Me January 24, 2001
By Mary
Format:Paperback
This is the most marvelous book. I received it as a gift in 1968 when I was 7 years old and I'm still reading it at 40. My dad heard Ciardi speak at Rutgers and was mesmorized. Definitely buy this book for your children (or as a guilty pleasure for yourself).
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a must July 9, 2002
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This book was a staple from my childhood, and
I highly recommend it as a classic to be included in
any collection of children's books. No child
should have to go through life never hearing
about Daddy Fixing Breakfast. ...
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent item and speedy delivery!
Bought two of John Ciardi's books for my dear Sister in Law's birthday, she treasured a couple of others... now I need to get my own!
Published 1 month ago by Laurel Bezdecheck
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent book
Came very quickly..It is great for Daily Five...read to someone session. Good for first or beginning second. Worth buying multiple copies as popular with students.
Published 1 month ago by Sheila M Sleister
2.0 out of 5 stars I love Edward Gorey, but...
I bought this at the recommendation of a friend who loved it as a kid. My kid, not so much. It's really not his best.
Published 1 month ago by Trent Milam
5.0 out of 5 stars Mistaken, uninformed purchase
I was not aware that I was only buying the book for the adult when I bought this book. It is a wonderful book, but I need the child's part as well, and cannot find it.
Published 4 months ago by Janice Bloomenrader
5.0 out of 5 stars Books
Just Great. for me and my grandaughter. Sha is in ist grade and just starting to learn hoe to Read. She loves all these books I have bought her and so do I.
Published 5 months ago by Betty McMeen
2.0 out of 5 stars structure
no in the typical style -- no bold face or set off words to make it easy for double reading
Published 5 months ago by larry
5.0 out of 5 stars Great children's book
My mother used to read me this book of poetry when I was little; now I give it as a gift to freinds having children. The illustrations are priceless. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Michael J. Chazan
5.0 out of 5 stars Ciardi, the magician with words
This collection can hardly be bettered, not only as first-class versifying but also as a tool to help children learn to read. Read more
Published 20 months ago by W. B. Spencer
5.0 out of 5 stars a timeless classic
What a pleasure to read again after more than 40 years! Despite societal references (e.g. father incapable of preparing breakfast) which locate the spirit of this great little... Read more
Published on November 18, 2010 by quality addict
5.0 out of 5 stars Love, love, love
My son can't wait to read this together every night. Cherished moments with my angel.
Published on March 18, 2010 by M. Mulvey
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