*A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year!*

*An Amazon Top 20 Children's Book of the Year!*

Who was Old MacDonald before he had a farm? A New York Times bestselling duo brings us this freshly imagined origin story about the storied farmer and his animal friends. Brilliantly illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist LeUyen Pham.

There once was a man who loved his tidy home and who didn't like animals. Then, one day, a cat appeared. The man and the cat both liked napping and watching the rain and eating dinner precisely at six.

Well, maybe this one animal could stay.

Next came a dog . . .

This bighearted and funny tale with delightful artwork from Caldecott Honor artist LeUyen Pham celebrates the joy of embracing new perspectives.

Celebrates growth mindsetA hilarious read-aloudDon't miss Outside In, The Quiet Book, and The Loud Book by Deborah Underwood

Author: Deborah Underwood
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 09/10/2024
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.60h x 9.90w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780358567134

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 1.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 551958 / Man Who Didn't Like Animals


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/10/2024
Booklist 07/01/2024 pg. 88
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2024
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2024 pg. 77
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2024 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Pham, Leuyen: -

LeUyen Pham is a New York Times bestselling illustrator who has created many books for children, including the Caldecott Honor-winning Bear Came Along. She lives with her family in Los Angeles, California.

Underwood, Deborah: -

Deborah Underwood has written numerous picture books, including the New York Times bestsellers The Quiet Book, The Loud Book!, and Here Comes the Easter Cat and the Caldecott Honor-winning Outside In. She lives in Northern California with her feline muse, Bella.