Cows Can't Fly

by David Milgrim

Book Overview

Ms. Crumb said cows were far too fat; that facts were facts and that was that. But this little boy doesn't care about facts. All he knows is that he drew a picture of some cows, and when a breeze... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670874752
• ISBN13: 9780670874750
• Release Date: May 1998
• Publisher: Viking Children's Books
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Life is Beautiful.

I have to admit the majority of children's books on the market aren't worth the time to read them because they are filled with mediocrity. I don't know why people think that when something is labeled as "children's" it has to be dumbed down. With that said, COWS CAN'T FLY is not one of those books.The book, though short and simple like most children's books, is accompanied by vibrant and lively illustrations that engage the imagination. The story revolves around a young boy who draws a picture of cows flying. Everybody knows that cows can't fly and even his father calls the drawing absurd. However, a gust of wind blows the picture to a pasture where it is discovered by a herd of cows. The cows see it and to their amazement find that they can fly. The boy sees them, but no one else does because they're too busy looking at the ground.What a great message! Life's an adventure and if we believe everything people tell us and never try new things, we will never reach the heights we are capable. Anyone read Plato? It's the Parable of the Cave from the Republic, but told for kids. You know a book has to be good if it relates to ancient Greek metaphysics, yet is comprehendable by children.

Simply Wonderful!

Cows Can't Fly is a delightful, imaginative tale all pre-schoolers will love,. This silly, funny story is told in short, four line rhyming passages and accompanied by large, expressive illustrations that will charm and amuse your youngsters. The simple rhyming pattern makes it easy for kids to "help" you read and they can use the colorful pictures to find the right rhyming word. A terrific book that kids will want to hear over and over again and a great addition to all home libraries.

this book was amazing

i think that i will never find another like it. cows can't fly is such a fun idea for kids to explore. i would make it a point to tell you all to buy this for any kids you know, and i think you'll be pleased with how it is received.

A sweet, funny book

My 3 year old son loves this book. It reminds us that anything is possible with imagination and a little bit of work. The sky's the limit. We love the illustrations and the message the book sends. It's a family favorite

A fun and inspiring book for kids and adults alike

I can't get enough of this book!! It delivers a wonderful message to children that they can do whatever they want if they set their minds to it. A little boy draws a picture of flying cows that blows out the window with the breeze. It passes a few cows who are inspired and start flying around in the sky. Despite all the adults ignoring him and telling him "Cows Can't Fly!" the little boy is witness to a wonderful, adult-defying event. The drawings are colorful and adorable. I reccomend this highly for any parent or educator.