The Little House Book & CD (Read Along Book & CD)
A pretty little house is nestled in the countryside. As the seasons change and the years go by, the little house finds itself in the city, surrounded by elevated trains and skyscrapers. Salvation comes when the great-great-granddaughter of the original owner moves the home back to the country, where it belongs. Burton’s 1943 Caldecott Medal Award winner is capably read by Hammond in clear tones and a steady pace. Background sounds, including chirping birds, crickets, and honking horns, complement the changing setting, while country-style music changes tempo as life around the little house reaches a hectic pace. Page-turn cues are optional; a door knock signals a page turn. This delightful read-along package includes a paperbound book and a bonus track featuring Burton’s Maybelle the Cable Car. Preschool-Grade 3. --Linda Sawyer