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Summary: A Classic Tom and Pippo
Review: As expected, Oxenbury again finds a sweet, simplistic way to reenforce the everyday life lessons that parents teach their toddlers. This time it's about going out on a cold day for a walk. Lively illustrated, the story is short and direct. Perfect length for those short attention spans.
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Summary: little kids adore them
Review: My 20-month-old boy has loved this series from the day we brought the first book home from the library. Tom's attachment to Pippo is endearing, while he seems to suspect Pippo of subtle mischief in each book (in this one, he thinks Pippo made him run too fast, causing him to fall over). One could perhaps say something about the power ascribed by children to the mysterious forces around them, but maybe one should refrain. The stories are quick and straightforward, yet also strangely touching. Just don't be surprised if your toddler starts blaming his misfortunes on Pippo.
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Summary: A great "first book"!
Review: This book, along with others in Oxenbury's Tom and Pippo series, was one of the first stories my son (now 2) would sit still for, and they continue to be counted among his favorites. They are short enough for toddler attention spans, the illustrations are interesting to reader and child alike, and the stories are wonderful.
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