Eastman, P.D. Books

Go, Dog. Go! (Beginner Books)

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 90 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

Life lessons? Romance? Literary instruction? Go, Dog. Go! offers all this and more, wrapped up in one simply worded, warmly hued package. Using single-syllable words in rhythmic repetition, and introducing colors and prepositions, this Seuss-styled classic has been an early favorite of children since 1961. For those looking for deeper meaning in a beginning reader book, here you'll find nothing less than a microcosm of life. Green dogs, yellow dogs, big dogs, little dogs. Dogs who prefer cars, dogs who favor skis. All represent the diversity a child will find in the world. And the slow-to-bud romance between the cheerfully oblivious yellow dog and the mincing pink poodle explains more succinctly than most self-help books what goes on in many grown-up relationships. Nonetheless, Eastman takes the concept of "primary" to heart, with his simple silly phrases and solidly colored illustrations. Not only will this book inspire peals of laughter in kids, it will also help them make the magical connection between those mysterious black squiggles on the page, and the words they hear and speak. (Ages 4 to 8)

Perro grande... Perro pequeño / Big Dog... Little Dog (Spanish Edition)

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 17 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Not what I expected- 1 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I purchased this book because it is written in Spanish with English subtitles and I thought it would be a fun way to teach Spanish to my two year old son. But the book lacks imagination and excitement. It is almost weird to read. I've been reading to my little boy since he was a newborn and needless to say, he loves being read to. He knows what he likes and will pick out the book he wants me to read to him. He was intrigued by the book cover and asked me to read it to him. Not one minute into the reading, he was already picking out another book! I thought it could be the age factor so I read it to my friend's 6 year old- the result was the same! If you're looking for a good book that will capture your little one's attention and will contribute to his/her bilingual needs, this is NOT the book- However, this is my opinion, and it is not necessarily what you may experience if you were to read it to your child.

I hope my review is helpful =o)

Editorial Review:

Illus. in full color. Trans. by Pilar de Cuenca & Inés Alvares. "The presence of the English text beneath the Spanish makes it especially helpful in the primary-grade bilingual classroom."--Booklist.

Are You My Mother?

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 103 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Baby Bird and Mother 5 out of 5 stars.
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This is a children's book and it is absolutely the sweetest book I've ever read. It is about a baby bird hatching and then finding its mother in this big world. The mother feeds the baby (brings it a worm).

When I read this book to my children, we compare the bird to them (the child) and compare the worm to the mother's milk. When our children are first born, they immediately find their mother and immediately get fed.

I just cannot sing enough praise for this book. I like giving this book as a gift at baby showers. If you have a small child, I would definitely recommend it.

Awesome!

traumatic and horrifying 1 out of 5 stars.
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While i can understand the usefulness of this book for parents of adopted children, when i was little i thought it was just AWFUL!

I always hated that book, and it made me terrified of getting lost and not being able to find my mother (not that i was ever in any danger of being out of her sight for 1 minute...). I remember thinking that the story was cruel and calloused, and i felt so sorry for the poor baby birdie.

To this day (25 yrs later), my mother, sister and I, still joke about being traumatised by "are you my mother?", and refer to it as "that awful book".

If your kids like it, that's fine, but i will never buy this book for my kids.

Editorial Review:

A newborn bird's identity crisis takes him on a quest to find his real mother.

Go, Dog. Go! (Bright & Early Board Books(TM))

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 58 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

FAVORITE BEDTIME BOOK 5 out of 5 stars.
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BOUGHT THIS BOOK FOR MY BOYS-WE READ IT ALMOST RELIGIOUSLY EVERY NIGHT BEFORE BED.THEY ARE TO THE POINT NOW WHERE THEY CAN ALMOST FINISH OFF THE SENTENCES BEFORE WE READ THEM! HIGHLY RECOMMEND-DELIGHTFUL BOOK-CUTE DRAWINGS.

A Real Disappointment 1 out of 5 stars.
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The paper version of this book was my brother's favorite when he was little. This was a real disappointment! There are not many pages. There is nothing interactive. And there is no surprise party in a big tree at the end. Add to that, the pictures are faint and not likely to hold up to washing. Save your money. Get the real Seuss version of this book when your child is older.

Do NOT Buy! 1 out of 5 stars.
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This is not the original "Go, Dog, Go". It is an abridged version that leaves out all the fun. There is no "Do you like my hat?", or "Men at work", "Work Men Work". I was greatly disappointed!

Editorial Review:

Whether by foot, boat, car, or unicycle, P. D. Eastman's lovable dogs

demonstrate the many ways one can travel. The new text emphasizes the concept

element of the original while maintaining its rhythm and charm.

Snow

Philip.D. Eastman, Roy Mc Kie

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

"Summer" is much more fun! 3 out of 5 stars.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I bought this book for my three boys (aged two to four) hoping it would be as good as the most excellent book "Summer". Sadly, "Snow" is not in the same league. Indeed, it's a bit on the boring side, with forced sounding rhymes that aren't nearly as much fun as those in "Summer". My boys never ask me to read it. Summer, on the other hand, is a frequent, favorite request.

Still, it fits winter and the drawings are enjoyable. While not a must have it still has a place in our library.

Good Classic Fun 5 out of 5 stars.
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I love this book as it is a classic from my childhood and was excited to read it to my two year old son. He also enjoys it and I imagine will like it even more once we get some snow here and he can relate more to the images in the book.

An old favorite... 5 out of 5 stars.
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This was a favorite childhood book for me and I was thrilled to be able to buy it for my boys (2 and 4) this Christmas. It has quickly become a favorite of both, especially my two year old. Here's to many happy readings!

Editorial Review:

Illus. in color. "Joyful verse relates the many ways to enjoy snow. First graders will love it."--Chicago Tribune.

A Fish Out of Water

Helen Palmer, P. D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 28 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

So Cool! 5 out of 5 stars.
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This book is so cool. You just got to read this book. You'll laugh your pants off. You just got to read this book.

A Fish Out of Water 4 out of 5 stars.
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When my son was a little boy, this was his favorite book. He wanted to take it out of the library so many times that I finally bought a copy and gave it to him for Christmas.

My little grandson is two years old and he has 3 goldfish. I thought the book would be appropriate for him -- and he loves it.

Favorit kid's book ever. 5 out of 5 stars.
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This was one of my favorite books as a child and it was my daughter's absolute favorite book as a child.
Every new child in our family gets a copy of this book and it has become a favorite for all of them.

Mama I wanna read Mr Carp! 5 out of 5 stars.
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Almost every nite we read "Mr. Carp" as my son calls it. Such a sweet story. I don't even mind reading it 700 times. I take it on vacation too. You'll love it.

CUTE!!! 5 out of 5 stars.
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My mother-in-law gave this book to my kids when they were young and they still remember the story of the little boy and his pet fish. A must for any kids' book collection.

Editorial Review:

Illus. in color. "Comic pictures show how the fish rapidly outgrows its bowl, a vase, a cook pot, a bathtub."--The New York Times.

Big Dog . . . Little Dog (Bright & Early Board Books(TM))

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

We LOVE this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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We have this book in paperback, and my 3 year old daughter has loved it since she was 2. It is the perfect bedtime story and very funny to read!!! Please note, the paperback version may have more content.

YOU NEED this book ! 5 out of 5 stars.
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Another awesome addition to a childs library. My son loved this one and we had to read it almost every night at least once...before going to bed.
He , eventually, could read it to me and always remainded one of his favorite books.

Big Dog...Little Dog 5 out of 5 stars.
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This book was in GREAT condition! It arrived quickly and I am very happy with my order.

Great book, but beware... it's a small board book 3 out of 5 stars.
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The book is great, like most Dr. Seuss. But, I somehow didn't notice that I was buying a small board book. So, take note. I was trying to purchase for my 1st grader, and these are more toddler appropriate.

OK Book 5 out of 5 stars.
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My son isn't really into this book, yet. It doesn't really rhyme which is why I think he likes most of the other ones. However, I just got if for him and have only read it maybe twice, so I am sure after a few more times, he will like it.

Editorial Review:

A condensed, board-book version of the P. D. Eastman canine classic Big Dog . . . Little Dog, staring Fred and Ted—mutts who are opposite in every way, but best friends nevertheless.

Big Dog... Little Dog (A Bedtime Story)

P.D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 22 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Memories 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

My son received this book on his third birthday - in 1977. My three year old grandson recently discovered the tattered and torn copy that I had saved. He immediately fell in love with it and proudly annouces that it is "Daddy's favorite book." I'm not sure which "boy" will be more excited when the new copy arrives but in the meantime it has brought back a flood of memories for this Grandma. What a joy!

Big Dog...Little Dog (A Bedtime Story) 5 out of 5 stars.
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It is a great book for children. My daughter is now 21 years old and is pregnant with our first grandchild. We used to read this book to her as a child. Along the way I misplaced the book, and she wanted another copy to read to her child. Her dad nicknamed her "Fred" after one of the characters in this book.

I Love Fred & Ted 5 out of 5 stars.
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Like many of the other reviewers, this was a favorite story of mine as a child back in the 70's. I am THRILLED that it is still in print and, (judging from the reviews here on Amazon), has a strong "following." The sweetness of the story is in its simplicity. I have already bought one copy as a gift, and I intend to spread the word of 'Big Dog, Little Dog' as gifts in the future as well.

Editorial Review:

Illus. in full color. "Two dogs who are opposite in every way are also the best of friends. The bold, colorful drawings are appealing and emphasize the concepts of size, color, and opposites."--Booklist.

Sam and the Firefly

P. D. Eastman

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Total reviews: 18 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

My favorite artwork 5 out of 5 stars.
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I had this book as a child. It still has my favorite artwork of any of the children's books. The picture of the sleeping world, the hot dog stand, the approaching train with the truck stuck on the tracks are all etched in memory.

Eastman was a formidable children's author. His illustrations for Go Dog Go! and A Fish Out of Water were both marvelous too. And the junked car in Are You My Mother - way spooky, you understand why little bird ran away.

Good book, good read, kids pick up language quickly 4 out of 5 stars.
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I am not wildly excited by this book, as an adult reading it, I find it quite dull. However, I do think it is worth the effort, the language my pre-schoolers have picked up from this book is amazing. It makes a lovely game out of reading and my children really pick up on that.

It is the story of Sam the owl and Gus the naughty firefly. Sam wants to play, but Gus just wants to have fun. First they have a great time, but then Gus goes off to be naughty. He makes trouble for the planes in the sky by writing misdirections with his light, then he writes 'free' outside a cinema. When he makes the Hot dog stand into Cold dosgs, he meets his match. The hotdog man catches Gus and puts him in a jar. However Gus ends up saving the day when he tells a train to stop! and the hotdog mans truck is safe.

The fun which Gus has with writing, and the fun story keeps the children's interest. It really invites discussion about the story, and it also gets them trying to read the words and spell them out. A great book for kids.

Editorial Review:

Illus. in color. The story of an incredible twosome that "provides interest, suspense and word repetition. Illustrations excellent. Recommended."--(starred) School Library Journal.

The Best Nest (Beginner Books(R))

P.D. Eastman

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Not PD's Best... 3 out of 5 stars.
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I bought this for my niece because I always liked PD's other books as a child and this is one I hadn't seen. I previously bought her "Flap Your Wings" which is a great, fun little story, so I thought this book would be as good. It's not. It's kind of dumb, really, and there are a few things that I really don't like for little kids. First, Mrs. Bird says she "hates her nest" and she gets her way and they move. Teaching kids to say they "hate" something to get their way? Nope. Second, toward the end, Mr. Bird thinks his wife is DEAD. He thinks she's been eaten by a cat. Wow. That's bad for little kids, right? No warning there, as PD's other books involve dogs in race cars, teaching an alligator to fly, or looking for your Mom. Dead wife? Yikes. Why couldn't he just wonder where she went? Why make him think she's been digested by a cat? It's not even consistent with the story!
I should have read the book before reading it to my niece, but there was a time crunch. I give it a 3 because even though I'm not sure it's so good, she really likes it. The second time I read it to her, I edited it so that it wasn't so harsh. She's 2.5 years old, and even after 1 reading she could answer questions about the story. So as a learning book, it's right on par. I just wish they would edit it a bit. Change Mrs. Bird's objection, and take out the cat page, and it's a much better book for toddlers!
But honestly, I would recommend "Are You My Mother" "Go Dog Go" and "Flap Your Wings" and say leave "Nest" for another day...

Editorial Review:

Illustrated in full color. Mr. and Mrs. Bird's search for a better nest leads them to some peculiar spots.