George Upside Down

by Meghan Mccarthy

George likes lots of things-reading, watching TV, and painting pictures. The only thing is, he likes to do them upside down. Which isn't a problem, for him. It's more of a problem for his parents, his teacher, his tutor, the school nurse, and the principal-to name a few. Finally a meeting is called in the principal's office while George waits (upside down) outside. But what's taking so long? George peeks in and he can hardly believe his eyes. Everyone is upside down! Suddenly being upside down doesn't seem so cool anymore. What's George to do? Combining Life Saver-bright colors with an appealingly quirky story, Meghan McCarthy somersaults into children's books with this captivating picture book debut.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670036080
• ISBN13: 9780670036080
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Viking Books
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.2" x 9.7"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

George, George, George

The bad news is my children now think it's great fun to imitate George, and to hang upside down from various fixtures and pieces of furniture. The good news is that we can't help but laugh. George's story is silly, sweet and a delight to share with young readers. The illustrations are fabulous. Even my two year old is engrossed by McCarthy's bold drawings. It makes for a great read aloud to groups of kids, since the pictures can be enjoyed from a bit of a distance. This would make for some great comic relief in the classroom -just set the ground rules first, no hanging upside down!

Praise for George

I'm a teacher and a parent, and this book is a hit at school and at home. George Upside Down is certainly one of the best stories of 2003. My kids adore the bright pictures and humorous story. George is a wonderful book -- read right side up and even upside down as my kids have tried!

Vibrant, witty, and charming!

George is lovable, and the artwork is bold and imaginative. Definitely a book kids will want read again and again.SO much fun!

Perspective is everything...

What a joyous, fun book! A book that can be read over and over, without losing it's humor or appeal, which is good, because I'd predict it's constant demand. George is such an affable character, and the pictures, well, just make you want to smile throught out. We love George at our house!

cute story, great illustrations

Unlike some of the other picture books out, kids can really relate to this one. Who doesn't know a child who didn't have some obsessive quirk that only lasted a short time? Kids and grown ups will enjoy this one - for it's fun, easy to relate to story and bold illustrations that really draw you into the pages.