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The Story of Ferdinand
- By Munro Leaf
- Genre: Picture Book
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Warmhearted, well-told tale will charm readers.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this warmhearted, well-told tale, supported by pen-and-ink illustrations that show Ferdinand's sweet personality, will charm readers.
What's the story?
Ferdinand is a bull who would rather smell the flowers than fight. Despite the urgings of an enthusiastic group of banderilleros and picadors, and a hopelessly vain matador, Ferdinand chooses serenity over fierceness. Munro Leaf's timeless story, coupled with Robert Lawson's expressive pen-and-ink drawings, have made Ferdinand a true classic.
Is it any good?
THE STORY OF FERDINAND has been around for more than half a century for a reason: It's the story of a sweetly mannered bull who prefers peace to fighting, and the scent of flowers over the smell of victory. Munro Leaf's unforgettable words and Robert Lawson's ability to reveal, with simple pen-and-ink strokes, Ferdinand's soft-heartedness make this story a classic.
One 5-year-old reader was disturbed when the bullfighters brandished darts, long spears, and a sword to stick Ferdinand and made him "mad and madder." But he quickly found a smile when Ferdinand dismissed the fight for his favorite pastime -- sniffing flowers displayed in the hairdos of the "lovely ladies." The story shows readers that they must choose their own path, despite what others may say or think.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about bullfighting and pacifism. What is the appeal of bullfighting? How does Ferdinand deal with the matador?
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"Yo, I went "poopin' IN THE POTTY"
My 6 year old son loves this book but i found it quite inapropreate for my 4 year old daughter. She told her preschool teachers about the page were Ferdinand's tushy was up close. Also, it is very violent when the bulls stick eachother with there horns. Although my son can handle this violent criteria. He has become very rude to the nanny lately and instead of saying "I went to the restroom" he said 'Yo, I went "poopin" in the potty" . I do not know were he got this inapropreate language but i think it is from Music Televsion, a strange show has been watching, umm, Jersey Shore, I think it is. I think it may be about the lovely beauty of the New Jershey shores, but I guess my son is getting othe messages from it. In conclusion, this book is GOOD, and appropreate for 6 year olds.
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This to to "Yo, I went poopin the the potty"
Umm yes, hi. My name is Laurie. I also happen to have a 6 year old son and 4 year old daughter...what I wanted to say was...well, i think you're a little to tough on them- They're just kids! They want to have fun, have the freedom to read and watch what they want. I'm not saying you should let them go crazy, but lighten up!!!
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Let us put an end to this now...
Oh my goodness! This is kind of out of control!!! I'm sorry for saying that stuff about you!! We are arguing over a book for heaven's sake! I think we should end this now...
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| Author: | Munro Leaf |
| Illustrator: | Robert Lawson |
| Book type: | Fiction |
| Genre: | Picture Book |
| Publisher: | Penguin Group |
| Publication date: | January 1, 1936 |
| Number of pages: | 68 |
| Paperback price: | $6.99 |
| Publisher's recommended age(s): | 2 - 4 |
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