Mary Ann Hoberman is a children's poet and author. The former Children's Poet Laureate, she is also a National Book Award recipient. She has published over forty books for children.
"A wonderful read-aloud experience for two voices... a truly
delightful reading ensemble."--School Library Journal
"An exuberant read-aloud collection. Emberley's illustrations
capture the liveliness of the poems beckoning readers to join in
and relish the fun."--Kirkus
"Beginning readers will be encouraged by the early successes they
are likely to meet within these pages, to go out and conquer the
mountains of written word that lie ahead of them."--The Bulletin of
the Center for Children's Books
"Even seasoned older readers will love the parody... Emberley's
clear comic- style pictures are hilarious."--Booklist
"Seldom has a potential play script been as delectably illustrated
as this one."--Horn Book
"The brevity, repetition and rhyme help youngsters develop reading
skills -- all while enjoying the cozy interaction with another
reader... should inspire frequent readings as well as a demand for
the originals."--Children's Literature
"The content is as smart as the format, with fresh takes on old
plots."--Child Magazine
"The energy never flags, neither in Hoberman's trademark bouncy
rhythms nor in Emberley's exuberant illustrations."--Booklist
"These brief verse retellings are just right for you to share with
your new reader."--Parenting Magazine
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