Mr Mcgee And The Perfect Nest

by Pamela Allen

Author(s): Pamela Allen 9780140564969 Paperback 2000-09-04 Lazy Bird wanted a nest. Nothing would do but the best. But what IS the best?

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fiction, Animals, Birds

32 pages, Board Book

First published February 24, 2000

About the author

Pamela Kay Allen MNZM AM, born in 1934 in Devonport, New Zealand, is a celebrated children's author and illustrator.
Since the release of her first book, Mr. Archimedes' Bath, in 1980, she has written and illustrated over 50 picture books, selling over five million copies. Renowned for works like Who Sank the Boat?.
Allen has received numerous accolades, including the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award and the Margaret Mahy Medal. Her books have been adapted for the stage and are beloved worldwide. Now residing in Auckland, she remains an icon in children's literature.

Reviews

[Cruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author/Illustrator: Pamela Allen
First Published: 1999



Funny but simple story with engaging rhyme and good rhythm.

Age:
Read aloud - 2+
Read yourself - 5+

References:
Pamela Allen on w'pedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamela_Allen

(ISBN 9780140564969)

-CR-

[Sue Winson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very entertaining book, with a very ridiculous and unexpected twist that gives us a chuckle. Little-AJ and mummy both enjoy the book, although I probably won't call this my favourite of Pamela Allen's.

A lazy bird was searching for a perfect nest. First she tried a teapot, then the garbage bin, and then a pair of boots. Finally, she saw Mr McGee with his umbrella. "Is this the perfect nest? The nest that is right, just right for me?" For a moment, I was wondering whether the lazy bird was eyeing Mr McGee the man or the big blue umbrella.

I wouldn't have predicted such hilarious ending, and I must say it is quite a clever one. I also love the easy to follow plot, simple language, and the clear pictures with clean white backgrounds. A nice book, although I know Pamela Allen has quite a few better books than this. Hence, the rating of 4 stars.

Full review here: https://storypleasemummy.wordpress.co...

[Shane · Rating 2 out of 5]

Didn't enjoy this one. Kids will find the predicament of Mr McGee funny, and there are some excellent illustrations, but overall it falls flat.

[Dee-Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story, but we found the dialogue a bit confusing ... not sure if it was the goose or Mr McGee talking for some of it.

[Jbaccon · Rating 3 out of 5]

A story which encourages prediction and discussion of "form". What do you need actually for the perfect nest?

[Dobby Girl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Funny story.

[Brie Lau · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a fun book. It is about a bird. The bird attacked Mr McGee.