This is a review for the children’s book Mr. Watsons Chickens written by Jarett Dapier and Illustrated by Andrea Tsurumi who sent me a copy of the book in exchange for this review.
This morning Charlie and I sat down to read Mr. Watsons Chickens and Charlie and I enjoyed the story a lot. As a parent I’ve always wanted Charlie to understand that there are people different than us in who they like.
Inside Mr. Watsons Chickens are two men who are a Couple which may turn off some people but didn’t bother Charlie because he has been raised to respect people who like the same Gender.
Although my nieces and nephews haven’t been and to share Mr. Watsons Chickens with them I would let there parents know to read the book first so they can be prepared to answer questions the kids might have.
Once getting past that the part of story the plot is fun and I found myself singing the song over and over. I was able to share stories of my Chicken I had as a child with Charlie.
Charlie loved the illustrations and we had fun looking for the Chickens throughout the book. Charlie even made up more stories about the chickens as we went along.
Charlie and I will be using Mr. Watsons Chickens in our Homeschool Classes and adding our copy to our Homeschool Library. Through the book it will children practice counting, learn about Animals and so much more.
Homeschool:
Interrupting Chicken meets Click, Clack, Moo in this zany classic-in-the-making!
With rollicking rhythms, nonsensical refrains, and too many chickens to count, this modern classic will inspire unstoppable giggles and endless rereads. Bawka-bawka!
Mr. Watson has 456 chickens in the sink, on the bed, in the bread box. When his partner, Mr. Nelson, threatens to leave, Mr. Watson takes his chickens to town to sell only for them to escape!
Young readers will follow Mr. Watson all around town as he gathers up his chickens. But, when they’re all rounded up, does he have the heart to sell them? Does a different fate await these chickens?
This quirky, irresistible book is full of read-aloud fun with its Onomatopoeia, rollicking rhythm, and familiar refrains and ends with a touch of sweetness.
Mr. Watsons Chickens has all the makings of a classic, with a farm theme, hilarious refrains, and a familiar narrative structure that unfolds in threes. Librarians, teachers, and parents looking for a new book that feels traditional will love sharing this book with children.
A JOY TO REREAD: Mr. Watsons Chickens is a very classic-feeling storybook. Paired with its funny farm setting and hilarious refrains, this book is sure to inspire countless rereads and endless giggles.
PERFECT READ-ALOUD: Mr. Watsons Chickens book is full of nonsensical sounds and repetition that make it fun to read out loud and invite audience participation. It’s a perfect choice for classroom events and laptime reads.
LIKE CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM, WITH CHICKENS!: With its bouncy refrains and rollicking rhythms, Mr. Watsons Chickens will remind readers of classic bestsellers like Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.
REALISTIC RELATIONSHIP UNUSUAL IN PICTURE BOOKS: Mr. Watsons Chickens features a gay couple at its center, but doesn’t call specific attention to it. It simply portrays a healthy relationship between two men (and their chickens!).
WRITTEN BY A NEW TALENT WHO REALLY UNDERSTANDS KIDS: This is Jarret Dapier’s first book! He’s a popular, award-winning teen librarian who works with kids, knows what they like, and is well-versed in the rhythms of the classic children’s book—and he has many more stories up his sleeves.
DELIGHTFUL, DETAILED DRAWINGS OF OVER 400 CHICKENS!: With hundreds of chickens to find and scenes crammed with action and detail, the pages of Mr. Watsons Chickens are chock-full of things to look at. Young readers will spend hours poring over each spread.
Perfect for: parents, families looking for LGBTQIA+ stories, fans of funny books
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
