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Minnie's Diner

A Multiplying Menu
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Minnie's Diner by Dayle Ann Dodds is a whimsical tale about a group of ever-hungry brothers who are drawn into Minnie's Diner by the irresistible aroma of her cooking. As each brother stops by, their orders grow progressively larger, mirroring a playful exploration of multiplication. This delightful story blends catchy rhymes with vibrant illustrations, making it an engaging read for children.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful picture book if you love stories with playful, rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations. It's perfect for young children who enjoy tales filled with humour, counting, and the chaos of a busy diner setting. This book could be a hit with those who appreciate a good laugh and a little bit of mischief in their reading adventures.

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With a sing-song rhyme, comical illustrations, and a down-home flavor, Dodds and Manders serve up a humorous lesson in multiplication. Full color.

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"The concept of doubling goes down easy in this combination of multiplication facts, rhyme, humour — and diner food." — The Horn Book

Down on the farm one morning, Papa McFay orders his sons to hop to their chores. But from Minnie’s kitchen wafts a smell that gets the boys itchin’, and one by one, they succumb to the call of that sweet aroma. Each brother arrives at Minnie's twice as hungry as his brother before — and looking for twice as much grub. Will they be in double trouble when Papa McFay tracks them down?

With singsong rhythms and comical illustrations spiced with flavour, Dayle Ann Dodds and John Manders serve up a humorous lesson in multiplication with Minnie's Diner.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780763633134

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 July 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Illustration: 4-COLOR

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by John Manders

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 226.0mm

Height: 289.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Dayle Ann Dodds is the author of many books for children, including THE KETTLES GET NEW CLOTHES and THE SHAPE OF THINGS. She says, "When I was young, my parents had a ranch with lots of fences to paint. Often my father would wake me up early to go into town to a diner just like Minnie's for a cowboy breakfast — stacks of fluffy buttermilk pancakes piled high to the sky!"

John Manders works out of his studio in Pittsburgh, creating artwork for
such picture books as SENOR DON GATO. He says of MINNIE'S DINER, "I visited many diners, drank many cups of coffee, and ate many French fries while searching for the perfect diner."

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