James Herriot's Treasury for Children: Warm and Joyful Tales by the Author of All Creatures Great and Small (Hardcover)

by James Herriot (Author) "There have been times in the winter when I have regretted being a vet and this looked like one of them..." (more)
Key Phrases: Ruth Brown, Farmer Cobb, Jack Dodson (more...)

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"Just the sort of thing you hope will imprint on the memory screen of a young child: fresh, clear, pure, and good." --Commonwealth
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"Just the sort of thing you hope will imprint on the memory screen of a young child: fresh, clear, pure, and good." --Commonwealth

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Product Details Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 260 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Press; 1st edition (September 1, 1992) Language: English ISBN-10: 0312085125 ISBN-13: 978-0312085124 Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,285 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators, A-Z > ( H ) > Herriot, James #1 in  Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Agriculture #3 in  Books > Children's Books > Animals > Nonfiction

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There have been times in the winter when I have regretted being a vet and this looked like one of them. Read the first page

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Ruth Brown, Farmer Cobb, Jack Dodson, George Crossley, Christmas Day

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This book cites 3 books:

• Only One Woof by James Herriot on page 32
• Moses the Kitten by James Herriot in Front Matter
• Blossom Comes Home by James Herriot on page 74

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 44 of 44 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars WOW, even better than reading the "adult" version!, March 18, 2002 By  Gowie "gowie" (CO USA) - See all my reviews Over the years, I have thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Herriot's wonderful stories. When I found this book for my 7 year old daughter, I wasn't sure if she'd be able to follow along. What makes this book stand out is the fabulous drawings--they are full paged drawings, with not too much writing on each page. Each drawing is very detailed, perfectly matched to the accompanying text. I can't get over the talented illustrators (this book has two different ones, although the drawings are similar in appearance). I've loved re-reading these familiar stories and sharing them. This is one of the best books we've read this year, and I would wholeheartedly recommend it for a permanent library collection. 28 of 28 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars My children were mesmerized by these warm stories., December 3, 1999 By  Julie Obermeyer "floridiana" (Florida) - See all my reviews My children have loved this book for years (they are now five and seven). Because the stories use words from far-away places, and an earlier time, reading them together has been a painless way to introduce many new and wonderful words into their vocabularies. If you are a parent who likes to read to your children, buy this book! The beautiful illustrations and language will keep you interested as well as the kids. 16 of 16 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Settle in for a Great Read!, June 25, 2004 By  K. K. Slye "coltsbrookkim" (Reston, VA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    James Harriot's story telling style conveys the life of an English country vet in vivid language at a pace that makes you and your little ones settle in for sheer enjoyment. His word choices connect with the reader on multiple levels engaging the mind and emotions. The illustrations are both beautifully realistic and immaginative. My children love the stories and frequently ask to hear them again. As a read aloud, it is appropriate from 3 years-old and up. Neither you nor they will ever tire of reading these stories.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars On my personal "Best-of-the-Best" list I love everything about this book. The vocabulary level is high for young children, but it works. The illustrations do such a good job of showing the context, and there is so... Read more Published 25 days ago by Susan Voskuil 5.0 out of 5 stars James Herriot My grandchildren have been enjoying having my reading them a story each night. So pleased to have found this book. Published 1 month ago by Nita J. Inman 5.0 out of 5 stars charming animal tales My boys, ages three and nine, both love this book! It's my pleasure to read these charming stories to them. The illustrations are also beautiful. Published 3 months ago by Homeschool Mom 5.0 out of 5 stars There is an audio version narrated by Jim Dale! I don't need to write about how wonderful these stories are as well as the supurb illustrations, other reviews have said plenty. Read more Published 5 months ago by Marie Williamson 5.0 out of 5 stars Our family loves this book! James Herriot's stories are dear to the hearts of little children. It's a delight to read a book to my family that is meaningful and interesting. Read more Published 6 months ago by School at Home Mom 5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic for Your Family My entire family LOVES this book! My kids, ages 7 and 5, ask for the stories over and over again. I love how warm the stories are, how colorful and vivid the illustrations are,... Read more Published 7 months ago by Kelly McCants 5.0 out of 5 stars A Favorite Children's Book in Our House We've read many books this year and I'd have to say this is one of my 6 year old's very favorite books. Read more Published 9 months ago by Vicki 5.0 out of 5 stars Even the little ones can enjoy Herriot! I am a long-time fan of James Herriot's books. I worked in an independent book store when I found this jewel, and I have given it at every baby shower and young child's birthday... Read more Published 15 months ago by OpheliasOwn 5.0 out of 5 stars A quality read for your kids The stories in here are not just bedtime tales. This is life-enriching literature with quirky characters and poignant emotion which you will treasure for years to come. Read more Published 15 months ago by R. Eppinger 5.0 out of 5 stars From a longtime Herriot fan Our 3.5 year old daughter loves this book. The illustrations are beautiful and the stories compelling. Read more Published 18 months ago by My-mia-me Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 260 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press; 1st edition (September 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312085125
• ISBN-13: 978-0312085124
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,285 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #1 in	Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators, A-Z > ( H ) > Herriot, James
  #1 in	Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Agriculture
  #3 in	Books > Children's Books > Animals > Nonfiction

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW, even better than reading the "adult" version!, March 18, 2002

By	Gowie "gowie" (CO USA) - See all my reviews

Over the years, I have thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Herriot's wonderful stories. When I found this book for my 7 year old daughter, I wasn't sure if she'd be able to follow along. What makes this book stand out is the fabulous drawings--they are full paged drawings, with not too much writing on each page. Each drawing is very detailed, perfectly matched to the accompanying text. I can't get over the talented illustrators (this book has two different ones, although the drawings are similar in appearance). I've loved re-reading these familiar stories and sharing them. This is one of the best books we've read this year, and I would wholeheartedly recommend it for a permanent library collection.

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My children were mesmerized by these warm stories., December 3, 1999

By	Julie Obermeyer "floridiana" (Florida) - See all my reviews

My children have loved this book for years (they are now five and seven). Because the stories use words from far-away places, and an earlier time, reading them together has been a painless way to introduce many new and wonderful words into their vocabularies. If you are a parent who likes to read to your children, buy this book! The beautiful illustrations and language will keep you interested as well as the kids.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Settle in for a Great Read!, June 25, 2004

By	K. K. Slye "coltsbrookkim" (Reston, VA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

James Harriot's story telling style conveys the life of an English country vet in vivid language at a pace that makes you and your little ones settle in for sheer enjoyment. His word choices connect with the reader on multiple levels engaging the mind and emotions. The illustrations are both beautifully realistic and immaginative. My children love the stories and frequently ask to hear them again. As a read aloud, it is appropriate from 3 years-old and up. Neither you nor they will ever tire of reading these stories.