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jcschildbach's review
4.0
Got a big box of kids books that my mom was clearing out a while back, and I recognized the cover of this, but couldn't remember the story. Basically, a goose convinces herself and the rest of the farm animals that she's smart because she has a book, and begins dispensing questionable advice. Barnyard hilarity ensues. I remembered the illustrations immediately when I opened the book, and they have a fun 'kinetic' style.
idgey's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
heypretty52's review against another edition
3.0
Long for a picture book but with a wonderful message and perfect cover art.
luann's review
4.0
Oh, Petunia! What a silly goose you are!
Petunia the goose finds a book and remembers seeing Bill carrying one when he came home from school. She heard his father tell him that books are very precious and "He who owns Books and loves them is wise." She doesn't like being called a silly goose, so she carries the book with her everywhere and becomes very proud about how wise she now is. She starts to give advice to the other farm animals with sad and eventually explosive results!
Thanks to several GR friends who made me aware of this book! This is a great read for all who love books.
Petunia the goose finds a book and remembers seeing Bill carrying one when he came home from school. She heard his father tell him that books are very precious and "He who owns Books and loves them is wise." She doesn't like being called a silly goose, so she carries the book with her everywhere and becomes very proud about how wise she now is. She starts to give advice to the other farm animals with sad and eventually explosive results!
Thanks to several GR friends who made me aware of this book! This is a great read for all who love books.
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