Synopses & Reviews
Open this book and set off on a raucous romp through the bayous, mountains, and lowlands of America's colorful South. You'll read about the doings of Brer Rabbit, Fool John, and Ol' Gally Mander, and you'll learn such valuable lessons as If you keep your mouth shut, you won't catch flies! Some of the stories, poems, sayings, and superstitions are familiar; others are sure to become new favorites. All are funny, feisty, and absolutely irresistible.
Synopsis
Open this book and set off on a raucous romp through the bayous, mountains, and lowlands of America's colorful South. You'll read about the doings of Brer Rabbit, Fool John, and Ol' Gally Mander, and you'll learn such valuable lessons as If you keep your mouth shut, you won't catch flies! Some of the stories, poems, sayings, and superstitions are familiar; others are sure to become new favorites. All are funny, feisty, and absolutely irresistible.
About the Author
Nancy Van Laan has written many books perfect for reading aloud, including So Say the Little Monkeys; Little Fish, Lost; With a Whoop and a Holler, an American Library Association Notable Book; and the 1990 Parents' Choice Award winner, Possum Come a-Knockin'. She lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.