George Booth (1) (1926–2022)

board book.
too small for sharing with my storytime group (~6 inches or 15cm square), but another chuckle-worthy story from Sandra Boynton, with delightful illustrations and great repetition that moves the story along in a way that builds anticipation.

This is an Irish tale about a boy who accidentally flooded the town of Ballymara all because his bath tub faucets got stuck. As the water rises the town's people are in a frenzy. The flood is finally resolved when the boy boats himself back to his house and wrenches the faucets to off. He is then declared as a hero by the Mayor. On this day every year the Ballymara flood is celebrated. The story is told in rhyme which makes it a really fun read. I could read this story with the purpose of show more teaching students about rhyme and including an activity in which they create their own rhymes. I could also use this book to talk about remembrance days. Though this story is fictional, it would be good to share that there is always a story and a meaning behind every celebration or remembrance day. show less

Silly simple book about a dog's secret dancing life. Mx likes, Ms indifferent.

Charming, sophisticated cartoon, yet down to earth in their presentation. Booth delights in music, dogs, cats, and the elderly.