- Hardcover: 40 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing (Sep 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0689833407
- ISBN-13: 978-0689833403
- Product Dimensions: 29.6 x 23.9 x 1.1 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,264,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Music Made Wonderful
11 Dec 2000
Format:Hardcover
Farkle McBride is definitely a remarkable little guy. He could play the violin at three. But was bored with violin playing at four. At five he discovered the flute. But at six decided it was not for him. When Farkle was seven, he took up the trombone, but then gave it up too. Next he tried percussion, but decided that was not quite right for him either. After thinking and thinking he realized that his very favorite sound was all the different instruments playing together...the orchestra. And so when the conductor gets sick, Maestro Farkle McBride steps in, finding what he really likes to do most at last. John Lithgow as written a terrific children's book, full of rhythm, rhyme and wonderful sound effects. His text is complimented by C.F. Payne's very expressive and detailed, larger than life illustrations. This is a delightful story that will charm and amuse all youngsters aged 4-8 and is a wonderful introduction to both musical instruments and the orchestra. The Remarkable Farkle McBride is a winner and a wonderful addition to all home libraries.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Wacky and witty!
26 Sep 2000
Format:Hardcover
My kids (4-1/2 and 3 year-old twins) absolutely love this book! The words are interesting and complex, the rhymes are goofy, the illustrations are hysterical. I understand that there is a CD available to complement the book, which we will surely buy. We loved this book so much that we are donating a copy to our eldest's school. If you are familiar with and enjoy Garrison Keeler's delightful childrens book, "Cat, You Better Come Home," then Mr. Lithgow's book is a must buy.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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24 Sep 2000
Format:Hardcover
As I read some of the other responses I got the idea that some people got different things out of this book than I did.
I first bought this book for the Illustrations (which I might add are up there with Ezra Jack Keats and Van Allsburg). Then I read the book and really enjoyed it.
Someone mentioned that It gave the wrong Ideas to kids. The only ideas that I saw this book giving to kids is that it is good to be interested in things and to not be afraid to try new things until you find what you love to do.
I would really recommend this book to anyone.
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