Oh, A-Hunting We Will Go
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1974 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Oh, A-Hunting We Will Go

By John Langstaff, Nancy Winslow Parker (Illustrator)

Join a whimsical hunt with children chasing creatures, from foxes to dinosaurs, in a playful adventure.

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32 pages· 332 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Embark on a whimsical adventure as a group of spirited children set out on a playful hunt. From foxes to skunks and even a brontosaurus, their journey is filled with laughter and unexpected twists. With lively illustrations and musical accompaniment, this tale invites readers to sing along and perhaps create their own verses. Will the children catch their elusive quarry, or will the chase lead to more delightful surprises? Dive into this infectious folk song-inspired story and let your imagination run wild.

From the publisher

Oh, a-hunting we will go, A-hunting we will go; We’ll catch a fox and put him in a box, And then we’ll let him go! So begins this rollicking folk song that has delighted generations of children and inspired them to make up their own verses. John Langstaff has selected some of the most popular stanzas, both old and new, that are sure to bring out smiles and giggles. Nancy Winslow Parker’s pictures join in the fun as a band of intrepid children hunt for the fox, a skunk, and even a brontosaurus with wildly silly results. Piano and guitar accompaniment are provided so grown-ups can sing along, too. The playful mood of the words, music, and pictures is infectious – you may even decide to add new verses of your own!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
332
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~281L
Themes & topics
Books about singingBooks about huntingBooks about animalsBooks about imagination
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
72128
Publication
Published
September 30, 1991
First published
January 1, 1974
Publisher
Aladdin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689715037

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