If you are looking for a book fun enough share with your older kids, and simple enough for toddlers to enjoy as well, look no further than Bark, George by Jules Feiffer.
George is a cute little puppy who meows, quacks, oinks, and moos instead of barking like he's told. Kids love being able to mimic the animals noises in this book and really enjoy knowing that George is making the wrong noise. That's not a bark! Those noises seem like they are just plain fun (and they are) but they are also a great tool in helping kids become more aware of the sounds we make and how we form them.
Once George has made all of his noises once, it's time to go to the vet and have the source of these noises removed. Out comes a cat, a duck, a pig and a cow. And of course, we all get to make the noises all over again, this time even louder and sillier than before. Everyone is so happy and relieved to finally hear George bark! One last time, George's mother says, "Bark, George" and the surprise of what George says on the final page (no spoilers here!) gets everyone laughing.
Miss Kate
