It's Raining Pigs & Noodles

In general I am not too fond of poetry, be it adult or children's poetry. I ordered this book along with several others by Jack Prelutsky for my 4 grandsons ranging in age from 2 to 7. As I usually do, I read every one of them before they do. Since I am not as eloquent as the author I cannot find the appropriate words as to how to describe how special these books are. Every child and adult with a sense of humor should pick up at least one of Mr. Prelutsky's books and read it. Even though they are written for kids, as an adult I found them to be more then special. He is an excellent author who does things with words that will not only entertain you and any child that is lucky enough to own his books, but after reading them I would not be surprised if this introduction to poetry will result in kids at any age being anxious to read more of Mr. Prelutsky's books. This author is exceptional when it comes to putting into verse life the way kids perceive it. His expertise in making the verses flow and rhyme so perfectly is a literary experience all children of any age should be exposed to. Any adult reading these books to a young child will not be bored and will actually look forward to the forthcoming verbal interaction that will be fulfilling for both the child and the adult. Some of his books are written for children that are reading on their own. These children will no doubt enjoy reading the books that were written for younger kids as well. Don't be surprised if they go back to these books over and over again even when childhood is just a memory. Do a child a favor and open the door to a very special reading experience that will not soon be forgotten.The books themselves which include both hardcover and soft cover are made so that each page is thick enough to withstand being handled by children and even the soft covered books look and feel as if they are much more expensive than what I actually paid for them. When you hold it you can see how substantial and well made the book is. Like the potato chip commercial says, you can't just read one, after reading one I am sure that you will want to buy all of Mr. Prelutsky's children's books which is exactly what I did.

I gave this book to my friend's little granddaughter for Christmas. Today, on Read Aloud day, this was her post to my page:"Marian the grand LOVES the book of poems you gave her. We read from it a lot. She doesn't understand them all yet, but has her favorites that she asks for over and over!"Happy I found something she loves! It's what gift-giving is all about!

My daughter is loving this book. She started learning about poetry in second grade through all of the home quarantine. She really had a hard time catching on to how poetry worked so I bought a few books. It's a little of a tougher read but she really enjoys it.

This book has been my 4 year old son's silly introduction to poetry. We've had great fun with it. Prelutsky's vocabulary is wider than I usually see with children's literature- which has not been a problem in understanding the poems or the words in context. The poetic techniques are varied and serve as excellent introductory material. I can see why he was made Poet Laureate for children!

I really love this book. I wanted to introduce my great niece to poetry. She is 6. Nicely written and it makes you laugh!!

Great book for introducing poetry to a third grade boy!

the book was in good condition except it had some printing when you closed the pages. This was a gift for my sister and we just love Jack Prelutsky's poetry. She didn't mind the printing.

Love reading this with my granddaughters, 8-4 yrs old!

Although poems are similar that’s why my 4yr old loves them!

if you like funny poems which dont make much sense but are wonderful to read..then Mr. prelutsky is for you

great book. eveyone is laughing and enjoying poetry time (kids 5 and 7)

Gud