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Mud!: A Picture Book
An energetic picture book ode to rainy days, outdoor play, and siblings, all about oozy, smoozy, squishy mud!Gloopy, gloppy, gorgeous mud.
Ooozy, smoozy, soupy mud.
Stomp it, poke it, squeeze it, whack it,
Pack it into bricks and stack it.
This very young picture book from author Annie Bailey and illustrator Jen Corace celebrates all things mud! The rhyming text is full of onomatopoeia and humor, and follows a brother and sister as they go outside on a rainy day to play in the mud and then clean up—only for the muddy fun to start up again.
Ooozy, smoozy, soupy mud.
Stomp it, poke it, squeeze it, whack it,
Pack it into bricks and stack it.
This very young picture book from author Annie Bailey and illustrator Jen Corace celebrates all things mud! The rhyming text is full of onomatopoeia and humor, and follows a brother and sister as they go outside on a rainy day to play in the mud and then clean up—only for the muddy fun to start up again.
32 pages, Hardcover
Published April 12, 2022
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July 2, 2022
Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeessssssssssssssssssss. Phonological awareness, vocabulary, PLAY, TALK. Great for preschool
June 24, 2022
Who knew mud could be so much fun? Everyone who's ever squished, squeezed, or oozed it through their fingers or toes, that's who, and now Annie Bailey and illustrator Jen Corace have made mud fun to read about, too. Kids and adults alike will want to read and reread this delightful story of two siblings (and their cat) who enjoy a day of "mudding". Its rhythmic, onomatopoeic text and bold, lively illustrations keep readers turning the pages, and the cute twist at the end never gets old even after repeated readings. A fun summertime (or anytime) read!
November 2, 2022
Little did I realize when I pulled this title from the new picture book shelf that I had read the author’s two previous board books and loved them. This one I love even more for the sheer joy of play with mud and all the squishy words to describe that wonderful experience of mud play! Nothing like it, can you tell I was a muffler who made a complete line of baked goods with mud every time I got the opportunity. And nothing like the mud squashing between your toes.
At last a realistic active play story for children!
At last a realistic active play story for children!
January 21, 2022
"Gloopy, gloppy, gorgeous mud.
Ooozy, smoozy, soupy mud.
Stomp it, poke it, squeeze it, whack it,
Pack it into bricks and stack it."
Oh my goodness this book is adorably and fun to read aloud! Annie Bailey is a master of language and this brand new picture book is packed with alliteration and wonderfully delicious language. Follow two siblings as they joyfully play and create in MUD. Sure to inspire littles everywhere to get outdoors!
Ooozy, smoozy, soupy mud.
Stomp it, poke it, squeeze it, whack it,
Pack it into bricks and stack it."
Oh my goodness this book is adorably and fun to read aloud! Annie Bailey is a master of language and this brand new picture book is packed with alliteration and wonderfully delicious language. Follow two siblings as they joyfully play and create in MUD. Sure to inspire littles everywhere to get outdoors!
May 13, 2022
As a parent of a child who can't resist mud, this book was so relatable! With flawless rhyme and rhythm, Mud! goes through all the cool things kids can do with mud - making pies and cakes, flinging it, stomping it, rolling in it - and then, the joy of turning on the hose and cleaning off. There's also a fun and sweet twist at the end of the book. The jubilant language and delightful illustrations make this one a winner for kids who love to play outside.
January 19, 2022
Drip, drop, splish, splash, squish, squash....MUD! This book is so much fun. Children will love hearing the words and looking at all the things they can do with mud. The rhyme is rollicking and will keep you smiling the whole time. An added bonus: Adults will enjoy reading to their little ones. This book with words by Annie Bailey and illustrator by Jen Corace will surely delight.
March 9, 2022
The rhyme and rhythm are sing-songy in the best of ways. The onomatopoeia and alliteration add texture and depth to each stanza, making this a wonderful book to read aloud again and again. The illustrations are beautiful and the story itself is sweet. Both you and your kids will have a great time reading this book!
March 23, 2022
Just in time for Spring, a joyful exploration of squishy, sloppy, oozy, squeezy mud! Two siblings spend an afternoon finding all kinds of creative ways to play in the mud while their long-suffering cat observes. Bailey’s lively and funny onomatopoeic language is a romp, and the unexpected ending will delight young readers! Highly recommend!
March 29, 2022
What a fun celebration of getting your hands dirty! The wonderful, muddy-sounding rhymes fit the energetic illustrations perfectly and beg to be read again and again. This book appeals to some of the best parts of childhood - hands-on exploration and being outside - with a sweet sibling friendship at its core.
July 22, 2022
One of my favorite childhood memories was when the neighbors had a giant pile of dirt delivered to our cul de sac, and then let us go crazy with hoses and horseplay! MUD took me right back to that day! Such a fun story about the power of imagination and the playfulness of mud! Plus with the book version, you won’t be cleaning dirt out of your crevices for days. :)
January 31, 2023
This fun and adorable read-aloud follows a pair of siblings who find creative ways to play in the mud while their long suffering cat observes. Annie Bailey’s rhythmic text layered with onomatopoeia and alliteration pairs perfectly with Jen Corace’s playful illustrations in this delightful adventure that will inspire the littles to get outdoors. I highly recommend the book!
February 15, 2022
Delightfully onomatopoeic and a wonderful showcase of the virtues of child-directed outdoor play.
March 8, 2022
Fun concept. more forced rhyming which isn't my favorite
May 18, 2022
Rhyming text and "mud sounds" make for a good experience to build reading skills. This is a little monotonous, but it has potential.
June 9, 2022
A splendid celebration of playing in the mud!
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June 11, 2022This is a fun rhyming book about all the things I thought about doing with mud when I was a kid. This will be relatable and I love the use of onomatapoiea.
July 11, 2022
Cute story about a brother and sister and playing in the mud!
August 20, 2022
A fun and joyour read about two kids who find adventure by playing in the mud. From the sounds it makes, to the things that can be created out of the mud, kids will love Mud!
November 22, 2022
A sister and brother spend a happy day in the mud. A book full of lovely, swishy, swoopy mud sounds and lovely, gloopy, gloppy mud play.
MMMUUUDDD!!!
MMMUUUDDD!!!
January 10, 2023
The fun of playing with mud is celebrated in this joyful picture book. My kids love the rhyming text and illustrations that reminded them of Taro Gomi's books. Perfect for any day!
April 13, 2024
Rhymes, nonsense words, lots of language things going on here. I do like the encouragement to get outside and experience all the things with mud!
July 11, 2024
Great for very early elementary school to encourage the possibilities of imaginative outdoor play. It would be fun to read and then get outdoors and explore mud!
April 5, 2025
Best book about mud I have come across
January 15, 2026
Oooh! I love a good picture book!
Nature-lovers unite with this beautiful poem about glorious mud!
Nature-lovers unite with this beautiful poem about glorious mud!
September 25, 2024
Opportunities for articulation practice, read-aloud/sound effects.
Models dramatic play. Models appropriate play (no throwing mud at the cat, no eating mud, cleaning off mud, etc.).
Sweet illustrations. Racially ambiguous Brother/Sister characters. Quick read.
Models dramatic play. Models appropriate play (no throwing mud at the cat, no eating mud, cleaning off mud, etc.).
Sweet illustrations. Racially ambiguous Brother/Sister characters. Quick read.
February 4, 2023
Two siblings are having a grand day in mud. The word choice and word play are amazing. I read this several times to take in the all the joy of something that I’ve never really noticed before. Sure mud is dirty and you avoid tracking it everywhere, but the characters in this book treat it as a substance of immense play and happiness. It was a pleasure to dive into the high energy of the story and illustrations.
January 20, 2024
A glorious celebration of the joy of mud as seen from a kid's POV. The rhyme and meter are spot on, and it almost makes me want to find a mud pit and play in it! Kids will love it, and parents will smile along with them as it brings back all the memories of their own childhood.
Don't miss this one!
Don't miss this one!
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