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Turk and Runt: A Thanksgiving Comedy
Turk's parents are proud of him, the biggest, strongest, most graceful bird at Wishbone Farm."He's a dancer," says his mother.
"He's an athlete," says his father.
"He's a goner," says his little brother, Runt.
But no one ever listens to Runt -- even after people with seasonal plans and roasting pans begin showing up at Wishbone Farm, or even after the juiciest turkeys are cho...more
"He's an athlete," says his father.
"He's a goner," says his little brother, Runt.
But no one ever listens to Runt -- even after people with seasonal plans and roasting pans begin showing up at Wishbone Farm, or even after the juiciest turkeys are cho...more
Hardcover, 32 pages
Published
October 1st 2002
by Atheneum Books
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Turk and Runt are brothers. Their parents think people come to Wishbone Farm to find turkeys for ballets and football games. Runt knows this is crazy and endeavors to keep his family alive.
Goofy, definitely goofy. After reading this and I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie I asked the kids to tell me which they liked better. All but two choose this book. That surprised me.
It's odd, unlikely, and a bit of a hoot. Turk and his parents truly believe someone will cast him in a ballet or add him t...more
Goofy, definitely goofy. After reading this and I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie I asked the kids to tell me which they liked better. All but two choose this book. That surprised me.
It's odd, unlikely, and a bit of a hoot. Turk and his parents truly believe someone will cast him in a ballet or add him t...more
My favorite Thanksgiving read for 2010! I loved this book!!! It's about a handsome big-brother turkey named Turk and how his parents have big plans for him for Thanksgiving (he could be a dancer, or a sportsman!) but his little brother, Runt, warns them that big, plump turkeys actually meet an awful fate at Thanksgiving. But, "no one ever listens to Runt." Of course, he is right, and the ensuing drama (told, none the less, with a great deal of humor and charm) involves him trying to rescue Turk....more
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Dec 10, 2008
Relyn
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I have a string of Thanksgiving books that I read to my daughter and my second graders. These will be quick reviews based on the reactions of my daughter and students. I put the date the same for each book, but I really read them in the week leading up to Thanksgiving, and on Thanksgiving Day. Under the how many times I've read it category, that will be how many Thanksgivings I've used this book.
This one was funny. Every child laughed. It can also lead to great discussions about feeling left out...more
This one was funny. Every child laughed. It can also lead to great discussions about feeling left out...more
My daughter (5) and I both really liked this story....it was fun!
About two young turkeys and their parents who are fairly delusional in thinking that people that come to the farm to pick turkeys are looking for anything besides a meal for their tables. But Runt the youngest son is not deluded.....he knows and time and time again comes to the rescue....but nobody ever listens to him when he warns them so he just keeps coming to the rescue...but suddenly its his turn to need rescuing. Will his cry...more
About two young turkeys and their parents who are fairly delusional in thinking that people that come to the farm to pick turkeys are looking for anything besides a meal for their tables. But Runt the youngest son is not deluded.....he knows and time and time again comes to the rescue....but nobody ever listens to him when he warns them so he just keeps coming to the rescue...but suddenly its his turn to need rescuing. Will his cry...more
This book is about Turk and Runt. Both of them are brother but Turk was always the famous one in his family because he was big and strong. Vise versa nobody would listen to Runt. All day long Turk would practice to be big and strong, and Runt warned him that people would eat big turkey only but nobody listen to Runt. Finally they realized what Runt was saying was true when the old lady came and try to eat Runt. At last their whole family get together and thanks for a delicious dinner together. T...more
I didn't read it myself, but it was read to me every Thanksgiving since I was at least two. The story is about two turkey brothers who live at Wishbone Farm. Basically, Turk is the perfectly athletic-dancer big brother turkey. Runt is his tiny little brother, who is weak, but has some brains. Runt's problem is that his parents and brother ignore him. The story takes place during the time around Thanksgiving, when many people start coming to the farm to choose their turkeys.
Among the visitors are...more
Among the visitors are...more
Runt is the small one in the family, while Turk is big and strong. People keep coming to visit the farm and Turk and his parents believe it is to give Turk awesome oppurtunities. Runt knows that the people are visiting to find a delcious turkey for Thanksgiving. No one believes him until almost the end of the story where he saves the day. The is would be a wonderful book to read for Thanksgiving. It is funny book that children will appreciate.
Thanksgiving picture books are not overly abundant, so I was pleased when I ran across this in a local book store. Lisa Wheeler has turned out one of the most uproarious read-alouds you can imagine. This tale of the unappreciated, heroic nerd who repeatedly saves his parents and athletic big brother will have listeners rolling with laughter when you share it aloud!
A cute story to read with students during Thanksgiving time. My cooperating teacher read it to her students this week, and then typed-up a readers theater script to go along with it that they will perform the day before Thanksgiving. It had great illustrations and is easy to follow!
This story is a humorous and silly romp around the barnyard with a family of turkeys just before Thanksgiving. It has funny illustrations and a short, but entertaining narrative that kept our girls giggling. It's a great story to read with children at Thanksgiving, especially if they aren't too squeamish about eating that turkey later!
Weird but in an amusing way...smart turkey realizes what folks want when they visit the farm and sets for distractions. His family won't listen to him. Illustrations are hysterical...and the ending will draw laughter from the audience. Good November readaloud.
Loved Turk and Runt! I used this book for a main idea lesson in my second grade class. The students loved the story because it is so captivating! I could also see this book used in a beginning middle and end lesson very well because there is a clear distinction between the different parts!
This book is good to read for Thanksgiving. Very funny read aloud. Easy read. Good example of conversation. Life like animal characters. Good illustrations.Good to use for perdictions using pictures.
Nov 20, 2010
Jade Saleem
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What a great book to read to children in honor of the thankgiving holiday. This book is great for second graders. This book can be used when teaching second gaders to ue their thinking stems when they read.
This is one of my favorite Thanksgiving stories. It's just funny enough to hold the students' interest. It also has a fun ending that I use to jump into a disguise-a-turkey project.
One of the best Thanksgiving books ever. I use this as a great example of a picture book for older kids who catch on to the pun-filled humor much quicker than the younger ones. Makes for a superb read-aloud.
A great story with a lesson about listening to and valuing the opinions of others. Read to young children right before Thanksgiving!
My first through third graders all loved this book. Humorous perspective from a family of turkeys on Thanksgiving. Very cute.
This is just a really good book to read at thanksgiving. Most students think the book is funny and really get into it.
A funny story about how a family of turkeys escapes being eaten. Young kids (probably 5+) would really like this one.
This is a cute book that I read to my students this year. I especially like the last page and the snowmen.
There aren't enough good Thanksgiving books out there--this one is a great one!
If you're looking for something humorous for the holiday, this is one of the funniest Thanksgiving picture books out there.
Absolutely hilarious - great childrens book.
Clever and fun Thanksgiving book.
Great book for primary students to read before creative writing about how turkeys can get through Thanksgiving without being the main course.
One of those books that's funny for adults as well as kids. A great Thanksgiving read!
This was a humorous Thanksgiving tale. I love it when the turkeys win.
Mar 03, 2013
Neeruwadhwagulati
marked it as to-read
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