
By Vincent Nguyen (Illustrator)
Part of the First Steps in Music series
A man's attempt to cure his wife with crabfish leads to unexpected chaos.
In a whimsical tale, a devoted husband seeks to cure his ailing wife by fulfilling her unusual craving for crabfish. But when the crafty crustacean leaps up and grabs her nose, chaos ensues. This humorous folktale, passed down through generations, invites readers to join in the fun with a musical twist. Will the couple find a way to outsmart the mischievous crabfish, or will it continue to cause trouble? Discover the unexpected turns in this lively story that blends tradition with laughter.
Classic folk music and colorful illustrations tell this funny tale of a little man who tries to help his sick wife feel better by granting her wish to dine on crabfish. Upon being presented to his wife for her examination, the wily crustacean pops up and grabs her by the nose. Passed down for 400 years through song, this folktale continues the oral tradition. The new edition includes a link to a free mp3 download featuring two versions of the song, one with a singer and the other with an accompaniment for singing along.
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