This little book is a hidden gem for storytime. The simple rhythm is a hit for preschool, and the illustrations are hilarious. One of my storytime kiddos acted like a chicken for the rest of the program, and he insisted on checking the book out to read again at home. I'd call that a hit!

Update: 48 hours later, kiddo is still a chicken. You have been warned. ( )

Lush, full-color illustrations show a chicken growing progressively more frustrated as her nap is thwarted by rain, loud cows, bad smells, and a too-friendly dog. At last, the rain stops, and the worms are out. It's a good day to be a chicken...but a bad day to be a worm.
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Re-read October 2023 ( )