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by Edwards (Author) "It was a crisp, sunny October afternoon and Benjamin, Thomas and Melinda Potter were visiting the Bramblewood Zoo ..." (more)
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What on earth is a Whangdoodle? A "fanciful creature of undefined nature," it was also once the wisest, kindest, most fun-loving living thing in the world--until people stopped believing in it. When that lack of faith became widespread, the last of the really great Whangdoodles created a special land full of extraordinary creatures: furry Flukes, the sly High-Behind Splintercat, and the wonderful Whiffle Bird. But when an open-minded professor--the one adult who still believes in the Whangdoodle--joins forces with three children with active imaginations, they become an unstoppable team on a fantastic and sometimes terrifying journey to Whangdoodleland.

Readers who have explored Narnia, Oz, or Willy Wonka's chocolate factory will be thrilled at this new destination--a marvelous land that will inspire and stimulate creative and scientific minds. And who better to expose young readers to new ways of seeing, smelling, and hearing than Julie (Andrews) Edwards of Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music fame? Her lively and clever style pulls readers along effortlessly; she, like the professor, is one grownup who can teach children never to close their minds to possibility. (Ages 9 to 12)



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"A book many children are going to love."
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles, Mar 2 2002
By An 8-year old reader (Madison, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This is a book full of action, fantasy, and color. It is unique compared to any other book I have read. When you are reading the book, it is like you are being sucked into the magical world where the story takes place. The details help you to create images in your head, but also leave enough out so that you can form your own picture. This is a fantasizing page-turner for all ages from 7-11 years old.

When Benjamin, Melinda, and Thomas Potter meet Professor Savant at the zoo and he tells them about a strange and mysterious creature called the whangdoodle, the adventure begins. After they convince the professor that they are worthy of seeing the whangdoodle in Whangdoodleland, they start long, hard training sessions of imagination and awareness. When a creature called the prok (Prime Minister of the Whangdoodle) finds out that the children and the professor are going to Whangdoodleland, he does everything he can to stop them, and eventually goes to last resort -- kidnap!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Imaginative fun from a pre-Potter era, Jul 30 2000
By Cailean L. Kohagen (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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I read this book at least a dozen times growing up...checking it out from the library each time. It is truly the most imaginative and wonderful book possibly EVER for children. I only found out once I grew up that the author is Julie Andrews (her name listed as Julie Edwards in the book itself). That just endeared it to me even more. The characters are so distinct, especially the professor. The premise may seem off-the-wall...going to another world using the power of your mind...but the way it is written, it seems plausible. And the world they travel to is so magical and special. You feel as if you are along for the ride. I am so grateful I was introduced to this book at an early age, because it fosters in children a creativity and an idea that anything is possible. However, I think anyone of any age would get something out of the book. You have to be willing to open yourself up to something completely unrealistic, but it is worth it.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE it!, May 5 2005
I LOVE that this book is still in print. I read this book about 50 million times when I was about 8. It was worth it everytime. This is one of the most imaginative and enchanting books I've ever read, as your transformed into the world of your imagination, with no disappointments, and each page is better than the last. I'd strongly recommend this book to any child with an imagination. Happy reading!
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3.0 out of 5 stars A Classic
Professor Savant, world renowned geneticist, has moved into his temporary home near the Potter family. Read more
Published 9 months ago by N. Manning

5.0 out of 5 stars Super Book
Super book. Every child should read it. One of the best. I also recommend The Little Boy by Rohan Hall. Another wonderful book for elementary school children.
Published on Dec 7 2005 by Jane

4.0 out of 5 stars What an imagination!
There is so much creative power at work in this story, it's wonderful. I'd give it a ten (on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being highest) for the imagination alone involved in creating... Read more
Published on Jul 16 2004 by Becky

5.0 out of 5 stars I want a whangdoodle
This book was good. I don't like the people who gave it only one or two (or even three) stars. Read this book and be plesantly surprised. Read more
Published on April 26 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Have You Ever Considered a Whangdoodle?
"You'll excuse me for butting in," said a voice immediately behind children. "But if you're looking for something really unusual, have you ever considered a Whangdoodle? Read more
Published on Mar 23 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW
This is a realy good book! I think that the age level intended is 7-12 years. The plot is nice and the characters have alot of energy. Read more
Published on Mar 2 2004 by The great

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
I think every 9 year old should read this book. It is very good and there is a lot of suspence.
Published on Jan 24 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book in the fourth grade
I read this book in the fourth grade and loved it. It is still one of my most favorite books. I am now 30 and can't wait to read it to my little girl. Read more
Published on Jan 15 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Return to childhood...
20 some years ago back in second grade was the first time I explored the exotic land of the whangdoodle. It was being read to my class by the teacher. Read more
Published on Nov 19 2003 by Jon Hoane

5.0 out of 5 stars The Imagination Station
I was introduced to Julie Edwards (as she penned her books then) back in grade 5, all the way back in 1979, in Miss Hansen's class. Read more
Published on Nov 14 2003 by Karyn

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