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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Anniversary Edition
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is a vibrant and rhythmic children's book where the letters of the alphabet race one another up a coconut tree. As the narrative unfolds, the tree becomes crowded, leading to a playful and chaotic tumble. The story is engaging for young readers with its catchy repetitive sound patterns and bright illustrations, making learning the alphabet an entertaining adventure.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a delightful, rhythmic story perfect for reading aloud to young children. It's filled with colourful, vibrant illustrations and offers a fun, educational experience as kids explore the playful antics of the alphabet letters. Perfect for introducing youngsters to the joys of reading and helping them learn their ABCs in a fun and engaging way.

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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

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 there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Series: Chicka Chicka Book, A

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is praised for its catchy and rhythmic text, making it a favourite read-aloud for children. The vibrant illustrations complement the playful journey of the alphabet letters, enhancing its appeal. Many reviewers highlight its educational value, noting how it introduces children to letters in an engaging and memorable way.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781416990918

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 September 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Beach Lane Books

Edition: Anniversary Edition

Illustration: f-c

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lois Ehlert

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 401g

Pages: 40

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-Pine Cove, California.

Lois Ehlert (1934–2021) illustrated numerous inventive, celebrated, and bestselling picture books, including Chicka Chicka Boom BoomMiceTen Little Caterpillars, and her own Holey Moley, The Scraps Book, RRRalphLots of SpotsBoo to You!Leaf ManSnowballs, Waiting for WingsPlanting a RainbowGrowing Vegetable Soup, and Color Zoo, which received a Caldecott Honor. 

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