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The Marvelous Toy w/CD (Hardcover)

~ Tom Paxton (Author), Steve Cox (Illustrator)
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PreSchool-Grade 2—In this picture-book version of a popular song, Paxton's lyrics are accompanied by vibrant, modern illustrations to tell the story of a boy who receives a gift from his father. No one knows quite what it is, but that does not diminish its importance. As the song goes, "It went zip! when it moved/And bop! when it stopped/And whirr! when it stood still./I never knew just what it was,/And I guess I never will." The boy grows up and hands the toy down to his son, and it is admired by the pets and other toys as well. The mysterious toy never comes into full view, although a few of its bright lights can always be seen. Illustrations depict a magical haze of greens and blues, while capturing the excitement of the action with splashes of red and yellow. It is clear that the boy owns plenty of toys, but not one can compare to this amazing gadget. The accompanying CD is an enjoyable bonus, providing Paxton's version of the song and an instrumental take. Two additional songs from Paxton are also included. While the story is nostalgic, the energized artwork filled with stardust increases the kid appeal.—Lisa Glasscock, Columbine Public Library, Littleton, CO END

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For nearly half a century, The Marvelous Toy composed by the legendary singer/songwriter Tom Paxton has enchanted children and adults alike. A simple tale about a mysterious, magical, and mystical toy that a father gives to his son and that eventually gets passed down to the next generation it celebrates a child s sense of wonder. The witty, evocative lyrics spark the imagination. No surprise, then, that the song has been recorded by countless major artists, from Peter, Paul, and Mary to the Chad Mitchell Trio to John Denver, and won legions of fans through the years. Paxton s marvelous song has finally become a stunning picture book oversized, wonderfully packaged, and complete with a CD offering three songs sung by Tom himself plus a music-only version of The Marvelous Toy to sing along with. Featuring incredible and wildly imaginative art by Steve Cox, illustrator of the award-winning Pigs Might Fly, the story is now as amazing to look at as it always has been to listen to. Parents, grandparents, friends, and family will remember this classic from their own youth and joyfully share it with their own children. And just like the boy in the song whose eyes nearly popped right out of his head, young readers will give squeals of glee at the magic of the music, the artwork, and this one-of-kind tale

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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 26 pages
  • Publisher: Imagine Publishing, Inc. (August 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0982293925
  • ISBN-13: 978-0982293928
  • Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 10.7 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #112,650 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Poetry, art and music, all three, aimed at the hearts of the young and the once young, October 19, 2009
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"The Marvelous Toy" is poetry, art and music, all three, aimed at the hearts of the young and the once young. Most adults over the age of 21 will be familiar with the popular folk song about a boy whose father brought him the marvelous toy that went "zip when it moved, bop! when it stopped, and whirr! when it stood still." Tom Paxton's beloved song has now been cunningly illustrated and brought to life again as a wonderful children's book and CD, containing three other songs as well ("Let the Wild Wind Blow, All the Children," and an instrumental arrangement of "The Marvelous Toy" in addition to the vocal rendition of the same song, all performed by Tom Paxton). "The Marvelous Toy," book, art, and CD, should appeal to children preschool age and older, and will always have a special place in the hearts of the young at heart, no matter what their age.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great picture book for kids, October 8, 2009
I'm a grandfather and I remember this great song from Tom Paxton. It was so much fun to sing, and now it is great to read, and to listen to the CD and sing along with my granddaughters. The art is bright, colorful and fits really well with the book so that the kids, who are 2 & 3, really get into looking at it when we read it to them. I would give this to any kid who likes to read, or have a book read to them. That magical toy you never quite see is so much fun for the kids.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Marvelous Book, January 30, 2010
By S. Janine "navigatrix" (Wichita, KS USA) - See all my reviews
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I bought this book for my three year old grandson. The beautiful illustrations lured me in. It also comes with a cd. I haven't heard the cd yet. What I should do is ask my grandson how he likes it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for library storytime
As a youth librarian, I am constntly on the lookout for great storytime books. This one, a remake of an older version that I have used for years, is a marvelous upgrade. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Brenda Baxter

5.0 out of 5 stars marvelous doesn't begin to cover it
this book was simply magical for me and my children. the illustrations along with the wonderful lyrics had them asking me to read it over a countless number of times. Read more
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