Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker
Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker
Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker
Description
Description
"Stein's metafictive narrative is sidesplittingly funny, capturing with aplomb young children's endearingly exasperating tendency to speak up when it's least convenient." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) At her first ballet ever, can an excitable little Chicken resist helping the story along? Fans will cheer as their favorite interrupter puts her spin on a beloved holiday classic. "Hi, Clara! Like my tutu?"
"Ahem," said the narrator.
"Chicken!" said Papa. "You can't go onstage!"
It's winter vacation for the little red chicken and, with promises of best behavior, she's on her way to see The Nutcracker with Papa. She can't wait! In fact, she's so excited that Papa is worried she might get a little carried away . . . Take your seats and get ready to giggle as a certain irrepressible audience member dances onstage at key moments, determined to save the nutcracker from that bully Fritz and the sword-wielding Mouse King. But what happens when a revered classic has its storyline turned on its head? In this special holiday tale for loyal followers and new fans alike, David Ezra Stein moves the meta from page to stage as Chicken gleefully breaks the fourth wall.
"Ahem," said the narrator.
"Chicken!" said Papa. "You can't go onstage!"
It's winter vacation for the little red chicken and, with promises of best behavior, she's on her way to see The Nutcracker with Papa. She can't wait! In fact, she's so excited that Papa is worried she might get a little carried away . . . Take your seats and get ready to giggle as a certain irrepressible audience member dances onstage at key moments, determined to save the nutcracker from that bully Fritz and the sword-wielding Mouse King. But what happens when a revered classic has its storyline turned on its head? In this special holiday tale for loyal followers and new fans alike, David Ezra Stein moves the meta from page to stage as Chicken gleefully breaks the fourth wall.
About the Author
About the Author
David Ezra Stein is the author-illustrator of many picture books, including the Caldecott Honor Book Interrupting Chicken and its sequels; I'm My Own Dog; Ice Boy; and Dinosaur Kisses. He lives with his family in Kew Gardens, New York.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
Stein's metafictive narrative is sidesplittingly funny, capturing with aplomb young children's endearingly exasperating tendency to speak up when it's least convenient. . . . Interrupt your holiday hustle-bustle for this delightful read.
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) As in the previous books, Stein's high-energy mixed-media illustrations, created using pen and ink, watercolor crayons, and tea, reflect the tone of the narrative. A mischievous, ingenious, amusing take on the annual tradition of enjoying performances of The Nutcracker.
--Booklist There'snever a dull moment with the Interrupting Chicken around. . . .Children who love other stories in the series, as well as those who are new to Interrupting Chicken, will enjoy this book.
--School Library Journal Stein offers readers a taste of the ballet's story in between Chicken's interjections--some humorous (showing off her tutu), some with the best of intentions (saving the nutcracker from a bully)--which eventually get them kicked out of the theater. Luckily, her knack for storytelling saves the show, with her crayon-drawn version of The Nutcracker adding extra playfulness to Stein's bold and vibrant mixed-media illustrations.
--The Horn Book
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) As in the previous books, Stein's high-energy mixed-media illustrations, created using pen and ink, watercolor crayons, and tea, reflect the tone of the narrative. A mischievous, ingenious, amusing take on the annual tradition of enjoying performances of The Nutcracker.
--Booklist There'snever a dull moment with the Interrupting Chicken around. . . .Children who love other stories in the series, as well as those who are new to Interrupting Chicken, will enjoy this book.
--School Library Journal Stein offers readers a taste of the ballet's story in between Chicken's interjections--some humorous (showing off her tutu), some with the best of intentions (saving the nutcracker from a bully)--which eventually get them kicked out of the theater. Luckily, her knack for storytelling saves the show, with her crayon-drawn version of The Nutcracker adding extra playfulness to Stein's bold and vibrant mixed-media illustrations.
--The Horn Book
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Bound to Stay Bound Books
Pub date:
2025-09-09
Length:
43 pages
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