Through the Looking Glass Children's Book Reviews
Farmer Dale's Red Pickup Truck
Illustrator: Ivan Bates
Picture Book
For ages 4 to 6
Harcourt , 2004 ISBN: 0152023194
Farmer Dale is driving to town to deliver a load of hay when he comes across “a bossy cow” who asks for a ride. It is a tight fit, but the cow manages to get herself in and they drive on. Farmer Dale soon discovers that there are others who want a ride; there is a singing sheep, a roller skating pig, and an accordion playing goat. Farmer Dale doesn’t seem to realize that there comes a point when a truck just cannot carry any more. Sure enough Farmer Dale’s pickup truck finally gives up. At first, none of the animals inside the truck are willing to get out, but the better side of their nature prevails. One way or another they are going to get the truck moving again.
This richly illustrated and funny little story is perfect for read-aloud time, and is sure to bring forth much laughter and lots of sound effects.
