{"product_id":"mr-watsons-chickens-jarrett-dapier-hardcover","title":"Mr. Watson's Chickens -- Jarrett Dapier, Hardcover","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eInterrupting Chicken\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eClick, Clack, Moo\u003c\/i\u003e in this zany classic-in-the-making!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith rollicking rhythms, nonsensical refrains, and too many chickens to count, this modern classic will inspire unstoppable giggles and endless rereads. Bawka-bawka! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMr. Watson has 456 chickens in the sink, on the bed, in the bread box. When his partner, Mr. Nelson, threatens to leave, Mr. Watson takes his chickens to town to sell only for them to escape! Young readers will follow Mr. Watson all around town as he gathers up his chickens. But, when they're all rounded up, does he have the heart to sell them? Does a different fate await these chickens? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis quirky, irresistible book is full of read-aloud fun with its onomatopoeia, rollicking rhythm, and familiar refrains and ends with a touch of sweetness. It has all the makings of a classic, with a farm theme, hilarious refrains, and a familiar narrative structure that unfolds in threes. Librarians, teachers, and parents looking for a new book that feels traditional will love sharing this book with children. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA JOY TO REREAD: This is a very classic-feeling storybook. Paired with its funny farm setting and hilarious refrains, this book is sure to inspire countless rereads and endless giggles. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePERFECT READ-ALOUD: This book is full of nonsensical sounds and repetition that make it fun to read out loud and invite audience participation. It's a perfect choice for classroom events and laptime reads. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLIKE CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM, WITH CHICKENS!: With its bouncy refrains and rollicking rhythms, this book will remind readers of classic bestsellers like \u003ci\u003eDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eChicka Chicka Boom Boom.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eREALISTIC RELATIONSHIP UNUSUAL IN PICTURE BOOKS: This book features a gay couple at its center, but doesn't call specific attention to it. It simply portrays a healthy relationship between two men (and their chickens!). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWRITTEN BY A NEW TALENT WHO REALLY UNDERSTANDS KIDS: This is Jarret Dapier's first book! He's a popular, award-winning teen librarian who works with kids, knows what they like, and is well-versed in the rhythms of the classic children's book--and he has many more stories up his sleeves. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDELIGHTFUL, DETAILED DRAWINGS OF OVER 400 CHICKENS!: With hundreds of chickens to find and scenes crammed with action and detail, the pages of this book are chock-full of things to look at. Young readers will spend hours poring over each spread. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: parents, families looking for LGBTQIA+ stories, fans of funny books\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jarrett Dapier\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chronicle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\/5\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.01 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.11\" H x 9.41\" L x 0.4\" W\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781452177144\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47022743978138,"sku":"9781452177144","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/3015\/4138\/files\/9781452177144.jpg?v=1774801714","url":"https:\/\/unclejonsbookfactory.com\/products\/mr-watsons-chickens-jarrett-dapier-hardcover","provider":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}