the wheels on the bus by paul o zelinsky

As a bit of a warning though, it is the Brothers Grimm version. Zelinsky does an amazingly beautiful version of Rapunzel with the most intricate illustrations. I have no idea why but I like how one even has a dog in the front seat of his van. There’s some bears driving vehicles on the last page.There’s a bull terrier that doesn’t need to take the bus he teleports! Find him twice in his actual form on the first and second to last page and as a statue in front of the library.He’s usually on each page more than once. Here are a few characters and “Easter eggs” to check out: It’s a bit pricey but I’d have to argue that it’s well worth it. We had The Wheels on the Bus when my sisters were young but I still noticed some new things when we got it as a present for Bug. The surprising thing is, that most people I talk to, who have this book, usually haven’t noticed some of these delightful little tidbits on each page. So, if you happen to be reading the book for the 116 th time (not that anyone’s counting) you can narrate your own story and maintain your healthy mental state. Not only does this book redefine the “flap-book”genre but it introduces a separate subplot for almost each supporting character. Ok, that last bit was a bit cheesy but you get the picture.

There are wheels to turn, doors to open, riders to jostle, wipers to swish, buses to avoid as they drive off the page and into your heart. There aren’t just flaps to lift on each page, oh no. Zelinksy version because that is how I’ve kept my sanity.I would challenge anyone to find a better version of The Wheels on the Bus. I thank the stars above though, that we have the Paul O. The binding has begun wearing out and has had to be reinforced because when we read it, it’s usually more than once. The Low Down: When I say that we read The Wheels on the Bus everyday, I am not exaggerating. Synopsis: A brightly colored adaptation of the beloved children’s song, complete with movable parts and pull tabs.

The wheels on the bus by paul o zelinsky