Whiffle Squeek

by Caron Lee Cohen

Book Overview

Whiffle Squeek rides the waves in a kibitka boat, sleeps beneath the hugeous moon, and catches herring as only a sea-sailing cat can. A rollicking rhyme, boldly and dramatically illustrated, that isn't likely to be put down.--Booklist. Full color.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140504486
• ISBN13: 9780140504484
• Release Date: May 1994
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 9.4" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

My First Preschool Reading Sucess

I first read this to a preschool class 12 years ago. The class just loved it and it was a favorite repeat. Gadzook Gaboot was a scary hit. Wonderful illustrations by Ted Rand. It should be reprinted,

A book that grows on you more and more with each reading.

My children, ages 5 and 3, love this book. We have the paperback in pieces. The repetitive, rhyming nature and terrific pictures, combined with all of the elements of a classic "good vs. bad" fable keep them enthralled.

A story that has captured both hearts and imagination!

Whiffle Squeek has many elements associated with a quality children's book. The plot is captivating and leads to a satisfying ending. The rhythmic and repetitive narrative involves young children. They relate to the colorful characters and follow the sing-song progression of the story. Often the children in my preschool class would plead "again, again," and I would reply, "Yes, with pleasure" If you like this book I would also recommend CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM (author unknown)

A Wonderful sing along, or read aloud for children 3-103

I have used this book for the last 8 years in my kindergarten classroom. I sing it to the tune of Aiken Drum, and the children all adore it. They especially love the monster Gazook Gaboot, and the fact that the cat swims home to sleep. Our public library has only one copy and my classes have nearly single-handedly worn it out with love. Anyone who reads aloud to groups of children, or young at heart will enjoy Whiffle Squeek.