Product Information
This whimsical story of a little girl who wakes one morning to discover she has grown antlers has delighted children since it was first published over 30 years ago! The family doctor, the school principal, and even Imogene's know-it-all brother, Norman, fail to resolve her dilemma. Imogene, the cook, and the kitchen maid, however, make the best of things, finding unusual uses for Imogene's new horns. Meanwhile, the problem appears to be solved when Imogene awakes the next morning antler-free.But the family (and the reader) are in for a surprise when Imogene comes down to breakfast. . . .Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-100517562421
ISBN-139780517562420
eBay Product ID (ePID)932272
Product Key Features
Book TitleImogene's Antlers
TopicFantasy & Magic, Humorous Stories, General, Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance, Social Themes / New Experience, Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
Publication Year1988
LanguageEnglish
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorDavid Small
Dimensions
Item Height0.1in.
Item Length9in.
Item Width7.1in.
Item Weight3.6 Oz
Additional Product Features
LCCN84-012085
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Ages 2-3, under 2 Years
Reviews"Small maximizes the inherent humor of the absurd situation. Hilarious, with a subtle lesson in acceptance."--(starred) School Library Journal . "Young Imogene wakes up one morning to find she has sprouted antlers. Unflappable, Imogene takes the whole thing in stride; the same cannot be said for her mother, who faints every time her daughter comes into view....The effervescent, softly colored illustrations incorporate all the humor inherent in the tale. A laugh-aloud read-aloud."--Booklist "A dazzling attraction." --Publishers Weekly, "Small maximizes the inherent humor of the absurd situation. Hilarious, with a subtle lesson in acceptance."--(starred)School Library Journal. "Young Imogene wakes up one morning to find she has sprouted antlers. Unflappable, Imogene takes the whole thing in stride; the same cannot be said for her mother, who faints every time her daughter comes into view....The effervescent, softly colored illustrations incorporate all the humor inherent in the tale. A laugh-aloud read-aloud."--Booklist "A dazzling attraction." --Publishers Weekly , "Small maximizes the inherent humor of the absurd situation. Hilarious, with a subtle lesson in acceptance."--(starred) School Library Journal. "Young Imogene wakes up one morning to find she has sprouted antlers. Unflappable, Imogene takes the whole thing in stride; the same cannot be said for her mother, who faints every time her daughter comes into view....The effervescent, softly colored illustrations incorporate all the humor inherent in the tale. A laugh-aloud read-aloud."--Booklist "A dazzling attraction." --Publishers Weekly , "Small maximizes the inherent humor of the absurd situation. Hilarious, with a subtle lesson in acceptance."--(starred) School Library Journal . "Young Imogene wakes up one morning to find she has sprouted antlers. Unflappable, Imogene takes the whole thing in stride; the same cannot be said for her mother, who faints every time her daughter comes into view....The effervescent, softly colored illustrations incorporate all the humor inherent in the tale. A laugh-aloud read-aloud."--Booklist "A dazzling attraction." --Publishers Weekly
Dewey Edition21
Grade fromPreschool
Age Range3-7
IllustratedYes
Grade toSecond Grade
Dewey Decimal813.5/4
Lc Classification NumberPz7.S638 Im