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Chicken and Egg #1
Who's First?
It’s a sweltering day! Chicken and Egg decide some ice cream would be deeee-lightful. But when they arrive at Big Scoops ice cream parlor, they can’t decide who should go in first: Chicken or Egg?
“After you.”...“No. I insist. After you.”
How will they ever decide? See just how silly things can get when politeness goes horribly, horribly wrong!
Who's First? is a funny new twist on an age-old question!
For children ages 4 5 6 7 8 9
“After you.”...“No. I insist. After you.”
How will they ever decide? See just how silly things can get when politeness goes horribly, horribly wrong!
Who's First? is a funny new twist on an age-old question!
For children ages 4 5 6 7 8 9
17 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 8, 2020
1 person want to read
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Deborah Stevenson
13 books7 followersDeborah Stevenson is an award-winning, American children’s author. Her work is eclectic: non-fiction and fiction, prose and verse, from silly to sentimental. Respect for animals and nature, valuing friendship and family, and appreciating diversity and tolerance are common themes. Stevenson strives to empower children...to believe in their abilities, to boldly pursue their dreams, and to be creative, imaginative and kind. Extra points if she can make them laugh. For more information, visit AuthorDeborahStevenson.com
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April 6, 2020
Ellen Feld for Feathered Quill Book Reviews: https://featheredquill.com/whos-first...
Children's book author Deborah Stevenson offers readers a "laugh-out-loud" funny book with her latest offering, Who's First?: Chicken and Egg Book 1.
Chicken and Egg are the very best of friends. They love to hang out together and do all sorts of interesting things. When we first meet them, they are sitting on a couple of bales of hay, drinking something cool, with a fan blowing a breeze their way. But it's not helping - the weather is quite toasty and they are HOT!
"I'm frying in this heat!" Chicken exclaimed.
"It's sweltering!" Egg replied. "A little longer out here and I'll be hard-boiled!"
What are two best friends to do on such a hot day? The best thing, decides Chicken, is to go to Big Scoops, the ice cream store, and eat banana splits. But trouble awaits them at the store...
When Chicken and Egg arrive at Big Scoops, Chicken holds the door open. "After you," he tells Egg. But Egg insists that Chicken go first. Back and forth they go:
"I couldn't" said Chicken. "By all means, you first!"
"No, no," protested Egg. "You first!"
This went on for a ridiculously long time.
While the two argue, Sam the Ice Cream Man insists they shut the door. Why? Because they were letting all the cool air out of the store. Slightly embarrassed, Egg and Chicken close the door. How would they ever decide who would enter the store first?
Who's First? Chicken and Egg Book 1 is a very clever story that children will absolutely love. We've all wondered whether it was the chicken or the egg that came first, and via a funny tale, Stevenson takes a new look at this question. The friends try several different things to resolve their dilemma, from flipping a coin to having a race. But each time they run into some sort of issue, and they argue, or talk, or try to figure out how to proceed. And each time it goes on "for a ridiculously long time." I believe this is the first time that the author has teamed up with illustrator David Stedmond, and I have to say that the pairing is definitely a good match. Egg and Chicken are adorable, and Stedmond manages to convey their emotions perfectly. Combine that with a unique storyline, and you have a great combination for a fun story that kids will love. And since this is book 1 in a planned series, I can't wait to see what Egg and Chicken will be up to next!
Quill says: Who's First?: Chicken and Egg Book 1 is a very funny book that answers that age-old question, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?"
Children's book author Deborah Stevenson offers readers a "laugh-out-loud" funny book with her latest offering, Who's First?: Chicken and Egg Book 1.
Chicken and Egg are the very best of friends. They love to hang out together and do all sorts of interesting things. When we first meet them, they are sitting on a couple of bales of hay, drinking something cool, with a fan blowing a breeze their way. But it's not helping - the weather is quite toasty and they are HOT!
"I'm frying in this heat!" Chicken exclaimed.
"It's sweltering!" Egg replied. "A little longer out here and I'll be hard-boiled!"
What are two best friends to do on such a hot day? The best thing, decides Chicken, is to go to Big Scoops, the ice cream store, and eat banana splits. But trouble awaits them at the store...
When Chicken and Egg arrive at Big Scoops, Chicken holds the door open. "After you," he tells Egg. But Egg insists that Chicken go first. Back and forth they go:
"I couldn't" said Chicken. "By all means, you first!"
"No, no," protested Egg. "You first!"
This went on for a ridiculously long time.
While the two argue, Sam the Ice Cream Man insists they shut the door. Why? Because they were letting all the cool air out of the store. Slightly embarrassed, Egg and Chicken close the door. How would they ever decide who would enter the store first?
Who's First? Chicken and Egg Book 1 is a very clever story that children will absolutely love. We've all wondered whether it was the chicken or the egg that came first, and via a funny tale, Stevenson takes a new look at this question. The friends try several different things to resolve their dilemma, from flipping a coin to having a race. But each time they run into some sort of issue, and they argue, or talk, or try to figure out how to proceed. And each time it goes on "for a ridiculously long time." I believe this is the first time that the author has teamed up with illustrator David Stedmond, and I have to say that the pairing is definitely a good match. Egg and Chicken are adorable, and Stedmond manages to convey their emotions perfectly. Combine that with a unique storyline, and you have a great combination for a fun story that kids will love. And since this is book 1 in a planned series, I can't wait to see what Egg and Chicken will be up to next!
Quill says: Who's First?: Chicken and Egg Book 1 is a very funny book that answers that age-old question, "What came first, the chicken or the egg?"
April 6, 2020
Reviewed By Laura Sumpter for Readers’ Favorite
Deborah Stevenson has created a simple and easy to read story sure to capture the attention of young readers in her book, Who’s First? Chicken and Egg Book 1. This book follows a day in the life of a chicken and an egg as they enjoy life in the barnyard and surrounding town. The dialogue is engaging as the characters go back and forth about the weather and have an argument over who should enter an ice cream shop first to cool off. The problem they face over their simple argument is one that presents them with a variety of options for a solution. As they struggle, competition comes into play as they figure out who should be allowed to enter the shop first.
This delightful story by Deborah Stevenson is sure to keep any young child’s attention as they anticipate what these characters will do to solve their problem. Each of the characters is relatable for young readers as they often try to decide who will go first in everyday situations. The solutions the author brings to solving their problem, such as flipping a coin, racing, and drawing straws, are all experiences many readers have engaged in. These touches bring the characters to life and help children feel like they are part of the story. Every detail of the story is well thought out and will make the young reader smile when it is completed. The illustrations make the story so much fun. Who’s First? is a great story to help teach character development and social skills to young children. All kids can use practical tips that will make them successful at solving problems with friends. This is a story I strongly recommend for the home or classroom setting to create conversations on how to solve problems in a positive way.
Deborah Stevenson has created a simple and easy to read story sure to capture the attention of young readers in her book, Who’s First? Chicken and Egg Book 1. This book follows a day in the life of a chicken and an egg as they enjoy life in the barnyard and surrounding town. The dialogue is engaging as the characters go back and forth about the weather and have an argument over who should enter an ice cream shop first to cool off. The problem they face over their simple argument is one that presents them with a variety of options for a solution. As they struggle, competition comes into play as they figure out who should be allowed to enter the shop first.
This delightful story by Deborah Stevenson is sure to keep any young child’s attention as they anticipate what these characters will do to solve their problem. Each of the characters is relatable for young readers as they often try to decide who will go first in everyday situations. The solutions the author brings to solving their problem, such as flipping a coin, racing, and drawing straws, are all experiences many readers have engaged in. These touches bring the characters to life and help children feel like they are part of the story. Every detail of the story is well thought out and will make the young reader smile when it is completed. The illustrations make the story so much fun. Who’s First? is a great story to help teach character development and social skills to young children. All kids can use practical tips that will make them successful at solving problems with friends. This is a story I strongly recommend for the home or classroom setting to create conversations on how to solve problems in a positive way.
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