Lasso Lou and Cowboy McCoy
PreSchool-Grade 2-When McCoy shops for a new hat, the only one that fits him is a ten-gallon topper, and his purchase instantly transforms him (he thinks) into a cowboy. However, it takes more than fancy headgear to make a ranch hand, and luck prevails when McCoy bumps into Lasso Lou and the two become partners. The first day at the Bo-Dee-Oh Ranch is difficult for McCoy, and his antics as he tries to lasso and mount a horse are laugh-out-loud funny. This story is more than just a silly cowboy romp; it has a tender undertone as Lasso Lou patiently stands by McCoy and helps him to learn the ins and outs of his new profession. The cartoon artwork, done in watercolor washes and colored pencils, is drawn with exaggerated lines, and the characters, including the ranch animals, are wonderfully expressive. A lighthearted tale with a strong message about friendship.Shelley B. Sutherland, Niles Public Library District, ILCopyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.