Book Review-

 

 

 

Bibliography:

Colandro, L. (2014). THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY! (J. D. Lee, Ill.). Cartwheel Books.

 

 

Plot Summary:

The bestselling Old Lady series created its own version of the original, classic song: there was an old lady who swallowed a fly! In this story, the old lady swallows animals one after another until she ends up with a full house of lovable pets.

 


Critical Analysis:

In this story, the plot is simple yet full of action and nonsense. When reading the text, there is a sense of rhythm and rhyme that makes it easy for students to follow along. The style of writing is simple and repetitive making it perfect for younger readers. The illustrations by J.D. Lee are detailed, hilarious and set the scene for the whole story.  

 

 

Review Excerpts:

Booklist Review- “Although there are many versions of this perennial favorite, this is one of the funniest and most innovative yet. The funky art and the terrific humor are a winning combination.” 

School Library Journal Review- “The rare book that's perfect for at-home reads and rereads as well as for storytime.”

 

 

Connections:

*Gather some of the other THERE WAS AN OLD LADY books and have the students compare and contrast the different variations. Other books include:

 

Colandro, L. THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A CHICK!

ISBN 9781338210385

Colandro, L. THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FROG!

ISBN 9780545691383

Colandro, L. THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED SOME BOOKS! ISBN 9780545402873

  

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