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CPC
Posted November 22, 2008
I wish I was young again to have my own Gulliver Snip reading time!
Gulliver Snip is an incredibly creative, well written, and beautifully illustrated children's book. The story crosses the daily topic of a bathing child with a creative blast of adventure on the high seas, as Gulliver sees his bathtub as a clipper ship, sailing the oceans blue. The book makes you laugh, smile, and want to read it over and over. In fact, I wish I was a kid again so I could play the role of Gulliver, creating adventure from the ordinary, having a blast with what is seen as normal from an adult's perspective. (Oh, to be young and innocent again...this whole working world and responsibility is not all it cracked up to be.) The sound and repetition of the writing in the book is harmonious and very catchy, a brilliantly worded story indeed. And I just can't get over some of the illustrations, how deep the rich the color is, and the juxtaposition of the actual bath tub experience with the creative adventures of the mind that Gulliver travels are just a pleasure to watch unfold side by side. Julia Kay has put together a real winner with her first children's book here, and I can see her heart and soul and people close to her in this book. And who wouldn't just get attached to a little red headed boy who is adventurous?!?!?! I have purchased 20 copies of this book and my mother and I are giving it to all of our friends with children and to their grandparents as well. Every family with a child should have a copy of Gulliver Snip. Trust me, you will enjoy the ride and have great reading time with your little ones!
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Anonymous
Posted August 21, 2008
Best new children's book in my library!
Gulliver is so cute you want to wrap him up in a snuggly towel and hear more of his tales.
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Anonymous
Posted June 12, 2008
Colourful, Creative, and Cute
Well rhymed (not like some children's book authors), wounderful pictures that bring the story to life, and a fun and silly plot. It helps children imagine and really is an adorable book.
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Anonymous
Posted July 9, 2008
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Beautiful artwork--clever rhymes--fun adventure. Great for children, yet able to bring a smile even out of adults. This book is, simply put, a treasure!!!!
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Anonymous
Posted May 18, 2008
I laughed myself into stitches, sewed myself up, and then read it again.
A hilarious rhyming adventure remnicent of the works of Shel Silverstein and Roald Dahl. Kay is a brilliant new addition to the children's publishing world.
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Anonymous
Posted May 26, 2008
Imaginative and Colorful
This is such a refreshing new book. I so often take my daughter to the book store and am sadly disappointed by the poorly mismatched rhymes and boring pictures that don't hold her interest. Gulliver Snip has fun and imaginative pictures that get my little girl talking and pointing. I will definitely be looking for Kay's future books!
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Anonymous
Posted May 23, 2008
Put on your kid-spectacles 'cause Gulliver will take you for a ride!
I am mesmerized by the witty lyrical style writing and the playful illustration of Gulliver Snip and the Clipper Ship. I can see it easily evolving into a animated feature, with it's Seussical rhythm and delight. Thanks for a fine addition to any children's library!
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Anonymous
Posted May 9, 2008
Such Fun Rhyme!
This is a delightful book to read aloud. I love the whimsical illustrations and sing-song refrain. My kids love it!
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Anonymous
Posted February 21, 2008
What an adorable book!
This sweet book has clever upbeat rhyme and beautiful artwork. The author has completely captured the imagination of a small boy who longs to be captain of a clipper ship. Highly recommended as a read-aloud for pre-k to 3rd grade.
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