Alligator pie, alligator pie,
If I don`t get some I think I`m gonna die.
For over 25 years Dennis Lee has enthralled young readers with memorable and delightfully clever rhymes and sing-song rhythms. First published in 1974, Alligator Pie has been loved by children from Napanee to Kamloops. Now, a new generation of children can enjoy this classic of Canadian children`s literature in hardcover with the original illustrations by Frank Newfeld.
All the favourites you remember from your own childhood are recaptured in this collector`s edition:
“Wiggle to the Laundromat,“ “Bump on Your Thumb,“ “Peter Rabbit,“ “Psychapoo,“ “Billy Batter” and all the wonderful poems you treasured as a child are here for your child to love, too. (2001)
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Book Description
Product Details
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
|
Product Description
From Amazon
Before Dennis Lee published Alligator Pie in 1974, the only poetry most Canadian children knew by heart was Mother Goose. Reading to his own daughters, the Governor General's Award-winning poet had noticed that the "jolly millers, little pigs and queens" of the old rhymes were no longer "home grown" and recognizable. So he started experimenting with a new kind of nursery rhyme, "not abolishing Mother Goose, but letting her take up residence among hockey sticks and high-rises." Alligator Pie was an immediate hit, and generations since have grown up chanting Lee's toe-tapping nonsense about laundromats, skyscrapers, rattlesnakes, and windshield wipers.
Lee, whose later books for children include Jelly Belly, The Ice Cream Store, and Bubblegum Delicious, has always been drawn to traditional verse forms in his children's poetry. Alligator Pie begins with familiar-sounding tongue twisters and bouncing rhymes for the very young, such as the whimsical "Willoughby Wallaby Woo" and rhythmic "Singa Songa." The longer and more complex poems for older children that conclude the volume, such as "Psychapoo" and "The Hockey Game," are reminiscent of the poetry of Edward Lear and A.A. Milne.
The lasting appeal of these 37 poems, however, lies in Lee's ability to transform the debris of modern everyday life--Coke machines and climbing bars--into a joyful celebration of childhood. For Canadian children, the plethora of place names, from Aklavik to Winnipeg, also instills a delightful sense of belonging. Although marred slightly by Frank Newfeld's dated and lacklustre illustrations, Alligator Pie is a classic in the field of children's poetry. (Ages 4 to 8) --Lisa Alward
Review
“Here is the book that put Canadian children’s literature on the map” -- Literary Review of Canada
“Lee's poetry delights in musical rhythms and easy rhymes that even the youngest book-lovers will enjoy. These are sure to be a popular offering.” -- Winnipeg Free Press
“With this series, Lee has barely begun to open his treasure chest of baby- and toddler-worthy rhymes: here’s hoping for more.” -- Quill & Quire
“Lee's poetry delights in musical rhythms and easy rhymes that even the youngest book-lovers will enjoy. These are sure to be a popular offering.” -- Winnipeg Free Press
“With this series, Lee has barely begun to open his treasure chest of baby- and toddler-worthy rhymes: here’s hoping for more.” -- Quill & Quire
Inside This Book
(Learn More)
Browse and search another edition of this book.
Browse and search another edition of this book.
Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store
If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store.
Learn more
What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By kwen
Format:Hardcover
This is one of the best children's books ever. I remember it from when I was a child and now that I have children I needed one. The poems are great and very catchy getting kids of all ages to join in. I highly recommend this book to anyone.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By K. Schlaht
Format:Hardcover
This book is great, full of poems that make kids laugh time and time again. I bought it for my 5 year old nephew because it was one of my favorites as a kid. He LOVES it. Just loves it!
The quality of the book was outstanding, like it's never been touched before.
Buy this book if you don't already own it!
The quality of the book was outstanding, like it's never been touched before.
Buy this book if you don't already own it!
By Peter Munk
Format:Hardcover
Delivery was about 3 weeks as originally indicated by the seller. The seller wrote right away that delivery would be longer than Amazon stated.
Want to see more reviews on this item?
›
Go to Amazon.com to see all 8 reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Most recent customer reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome!
This book came WAY before the expected delivery date! It was in great condition and I am excited to read it for my university course!
Published 20 months ago by Lindsay
5.0 out of 5 stars
family favourite
Aaah, a classic. This version has great illustrations, and so nice to have in a board book. Nice size for little hands. My four grown children can still chant this fun verse. Read more
Published on Sep 29 2010 by pickyconsumer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Essential Poetry for Canadian Kids
These classic verses from Dennis Lee are absolutely necessary for every teacher's bookshelf! The poems roll off of your tongue, then keep bouncing around the room. Read more
Published on Oct 6 2005 by Jodi Wright
5.0 out of 5 stars
Childhood Favourite!
This was actually my sister's book when we were growing up - but I remember absolutely loving it back then. Now that I have a son, I bought it to read with him. Read more
Published on Dec 9 2004 by sudwel
5.0 out of 5 stars
my favourite book, and I'm 25
I would recommend this book to anyone. It is fun and fantastic, the illustrations are terrific, and the poems resonate well with children and adults.
Published on Dec 2 2002 by "kathysara"
Listmania!
|
|
Look for similar items by category
Feedback
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
