Boo to a Goose

Boo to a Goose is a playful and poetic picture book that delights in the absurd. In lilting rhyme, a spirited child declares all the outlandish things they'd rather do than say œboo to a goose-like dyeing the ducks or combing a crocodile's hair. This joyful tale captures the power of imagination, where ordinary animals take on extraordinary personalities. With exquisite 3D paper illustrations by David Miller, each page bursts with colour and whimsy. Children will giggle at the surprising ideas and be inspired to invent their own rhyming nonsense. Written by beloved Australian author Mem Fox, this book not only entertains but enriches language with rhythm, rhyme, and wordplay, making it a fantastic addition to any early years literacy program.

Educational Benefits:

• Strengthens phonological awareness through rhyme and rhythm.
• Inspires creativity and imaginative thinking in storytelling.
• Supports vocabulary development through playful language.
• Fosters visual interpretation skills through sculptural illustrations.

Classroom Ideas:

• Invite children to write their own œI'd rather rhymes in a class book.
• Create paper collage animals in the style of David Miller's 3D art.
• Act out silly verses with props or puppets for a class performance.
• Explore the concept of nonsense poetry with comparisons to other books.

Information:

• Ages: 3-6 years
• Format: Paperback
• Topic: Poetry, rhyme, imagination