The Big Blue Thing on the Hill

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 28, 2015

Review

Forest residences are not pleased to find a big blue thing (a VW bus) on the top of their hill. In fairy tale fashion the wolves and bears make a racket that goes unheard by the mysterious inhabitants of the big blue thing; the pigs try to push it; and the fox attempt to bury it on Howling Hill. In keeping with forest tradition it is Wisest Old Owl who comes up with a solution employing all the insects.

The text is full of animal sounds, the art work is lavish and the attention to detail all combines to make this a great summer read. "The Big Blue Thing on the Hill" should be combined with "A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee" by Chris Van Dusen for a summer themed story program. Camping families will want to share this one around the campfire.

Overall Book Score: very good