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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

By John Archambault and Bill Martin, Jr.
Series: Chicka Chicka Book, A
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is a playful children's book where the letters of the alphabet mischievously race each other up a coconut tree. The vibrant and rhythmic text creates a lively read, as each letter eagerly climbs, leading to a joyful and gently humorous event. Perfect for engaging young readers, it uses rhyme and repetition to craft an enchanting and educational tale.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love playful rhymes and lively illustrations that captivate young imaginations. It's perfect for children learning their ABCs, as it creatively introduces each letter in an engaging and rhythmic way. Young readers and listeners will adore the catchy rhythm and the colourful, chaotic adventure of the alphabet characters.

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Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

In this lively alphabet rhyme, the letters of the alphabet race up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no - Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!

A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree." In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no - Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!

The well-known authors of Barn Dance! and Knots on a Counting Rope have created a rhythmic alphabet chant that rolls along on waves of fun.

Lois Ehlert's rainbow of bright, bold, cheerful colours makes the merry parade of letters unforgettable.

Series: Chicka Chicka Book, A

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    Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 is an engaging story where numbers from one to one hundred climb to the top of an apple tree through a delightful rhyming chant.
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  • Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
    There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favourite for over thirty years! A told B, and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree” In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will...
    By John Archambault and Bill Martin, Jr.
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  • Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
    In this lively alphabet rhyme, the letters of the alphabet race up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no - Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree." In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the...
    By John Archambault and Bill Martin, Jr.
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  • Chicka Chicka I Love Dad
    In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate everything that makes dads amazing—from A to Z! I told dad, and dad told me, “It’s best to say I love you with the ABCs!” With its playful alphabet theme and heartfelt message, Chicka Chicka I Love Dad is the...
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  • Chicka Chicka Peep Peep
    A New York Times bestseller! It’s time for spring in this companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and the letters peep something hidden up in the tree… A asked B and B asked C, “What’s up there in the pretty pink tree?” Everyone’s favourite alphabet crew is ready to hop to the occasion and sniff...
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  • Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
    This award-winning, exuberantly illustrated picture book is now available as an oversized classroom edition! A told B, and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree” In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! Countless...
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  • Chicka Chicka I'm a Big Brother
    Chicka Chicka I'm a Big Brother
    In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate all the ways being a big brother is exciting—from A to Z! I told my family and my family told me the best big brother knows the A, B, Cs. With its playful alphabet theme and encouraging message, Chicka Chicka...
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  • Chicka Chicka I'm a Big Sister
    Chicka Chicka I'm a Big Sister
    In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate all the ways being a big sister is exciting—from A to Z! I told my family and my family told me the best big sister knows the A, B, Cs. With its playful alphabet theme and encouraging message, Chicka Chicka...
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  • Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3
    1 told 2 and 2 told 3,“I'll race you to the topof the apple tree.” This counting-themed companion to the perennially bestselling Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, with rhythmic text from Bill Martin Jr and Michael Sampson and vibrant illustrations from Caldecott Honour illustrator Lois Ehlert, is a welcome addition to any collection. And now that this classic romp is available...
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is praised for its rhythmic, engaging text that captures children's attention and introduces them to the alphabet in a fun, memorable way. The vibrant illustrations complement the playful narrative, creating an enjoyable reading experience for both young readers and adults. Many reviews highlight its appeal as an educational tool that cleverly combines learning with entertainment.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780689835681

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2000

Country: United States

Imprint: Beach Lane Books

Edition: Reprint

Illustration: f-c

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lois Ehlert

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 166g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

Bill Martin Jr (1916-2004) has been called "America's favorite children's author." He wrote more than 300 books for children, including the classic texts Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, illustrated by Eric Carle; and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, illustrated by Lois Ehlert. John Archambault is a poet, journalist, and storyteller who worked with Bill Martin Jr on several projects. He lives in Idyllwild, California. Lois Ehlert has created numerous inventive, celebrated, and bestselling picture books, including Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, Holey Moley, The Scraps Book, Mice, Ten Little Caterpillars, RRRalph, Lots of Spots, Boo to You!, Leaf Man, Waiting for Wings, Planting a Rainbow, Growing Vegetable Soup, and Color Zoo, which received a Caldecott Honor. She lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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    Celebrate the anniversary of this beloved children's book, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck—all parade across the pages of this delightful classic children's book, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly...
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    There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favourite for over thirty years! A told B, and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree” In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will...
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  • Chicka Chicka I Love You
    In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate love—from A to Z! “I love you and you love me the way we say it is L, O, V, E!” With its playful alphabet theme and heartfelt message, Chicka Chicka I Love You is the perfect gift for Valentine’s...
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    In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate everything that makes dads amazing—from A to Z! I told dad, and dad told me, “It’s best to say I love you with the ABCs!” With its playful alphabet theme and heartfelt message, Chicka Chicka I Love Dad is the...
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    $1999
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  • Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
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