
By Mary Ann Hoberman, Nadine Bernard Westcott (Illustrator)
An old lady swallows animals, but can she handle a horse?
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Join the whimsical journey of an old lady who swallows a fly, then a spider, and more, each animal bigger than the last. With playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this board book invites toddlers to guess what comes next. But when she swallows a horse, what will happen? Discover the surprising end to this classic tale, perfect for little hands and curious minds.
This rollicking board book retelling of the classic children’s song is perfect for reading aloud-and now is reissued with a brighter, bolder cover and larger trim size. This favorite, funny folk song illustrated with bright, irresistible pictures will delight babies and toddlers. The board book format is perfect for little hands to hold and young children will enjoy pointing to all the animals the old lady swallows–beginning with a fly, and continuing to include a spider, bird, cat, dog, goat, and cow–before she finally goes too far and swallows a horse. Now, she’s full of course! With its playful rhythm, rhyme, and repetition, this is a perfect read-aloud for little ones and ideal for tucking into a stroller.
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