Down on the Funny Farm

by P.E. King

Book Overview

Illus. in full color. "A young farmer thinks he has gotten a real deal when an old man sells him a farm for one dollar. Upon inspection, however, there are a few liabilities: a cat that thinks it's a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0394874609
• ISBN13: 9780394874609
• Release Date: April 1986
• Publisher: Random House (NY)
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3

Customer Reviews

Very Funny Indeed!

Reading this book is such an enjoyable endeavor to a beginning reader as the funny scenes unfold; we found this to be true with my five year old son. The surprisingly versatile animals doing what they're not supposed to (horse on roof, cat pulling wagon, etc.) had my son laughing so hard, and the old farmer being so happy to receive such little money for his farm was also a surprise. Every page turned brought another funny surprise, filled with laughter all the way to the end. I laughed just as hard as my youngster! A must read for beginning readers (and their parents!). The ending had a surprising twist, of course! Read the book!

Acid Test: Kids want to hear it again and see the pictures!

What a great book for me to use in our Rotary Club sponsored reading program with Will Rogers School in Altus, Oklahoma. I enjoy reading and making the farm sounds to the 1st grade class. We, (members of the business community), read twice a week to show how important reading is to us. This book is one of my favorites because it gives them a positive experience with a book. Plus, I love to see them smile and hear them laugh!

Wow! What a book!!!

Kudos to P.E.King and Alastair Graham. This is a perfect marriage of witty words and fantastic art. Just fabulous. Has anyone seen any other books by P.E.King?

My Absolute Favourite Book in the "Step Into Reading Series"

This is the most endearing children's book I have read in years. Readers of all ages will find this book hilarious. Younger readers will learn about the sights and sounds of a farm, and the importance of marrying well.

The best book in the series!

My son and daughter were raised on the Step Into Reading Series and this is clearly the best title in the series. Pre-readers will find the illustrations and animal sounds hilarious. Early readers will be challenged and rewarded time and time again. It is a gem.