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Imogene's Antlers
by
David Small
David Small's dryly comic story of a little girl who wakes one morning to discover she has grown antlers has delighted children since it was first published 15 years ago. Now reissued in a sparkling oversize format, this classic is ready for a whole new audience.
The family doctor, the school principal, and even Imogene's know-it-all brother, Norman, fail to resolve her dil...more
The family doctor, the school principal, and even Imogene's know-it-all brother, Norman, fail to resolve her dil...more
Hardcover, 32 pages
Published
September 14th 2010
by Crown Books for Young Readers
(first published 1985)
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I really love Small's illustration style (also seen in The Library). If you're not drawn in by that cover illustration then you must be the most incurious person ever! The story didn't disappoint. Imogene wakes up one day with antlers and goes about her day with humor and grace. So, there's the message of acceptance and dealing with adversity, but thankfully it's very subtle. Mostly it's just a silly fun read.
I enjoyed this book because its ridiculous plot teaches a valuable lesson, which makes both the story and its theme more memorable for all who read it. Imogene's Antlers has a simple message: everyone is different, but even the things that people think are "weird" about you can be useful. If Imogene can use her antlers to help out around the house, then children can learn to be proud of the traits that make them unique and can positively impact themselves and others. The illustrations in this bo...more
Looking for a funny, laugh-out-loud picture book? Check out Imogene’s Antlers by David Small. It is SO funny, and has beautiful illustrations! It’s written and illustrated by David Small.
The story goes into fantasy–a little girl, Imogene, wakes up one morning with antlers. At first she encounters some problems (getting dressed, getting out the door), but then she also discovers some fun–hanging donuts off the antlers, feeding birds that way, having her mother faint. Imogene clearly enjoys her ne...more
The story goes into fantasy–a little girl, Imogene, wakes up one morning with antlers. At first she encounters some problems (getting dressed, getting out the door), but then she also discovers some fun–hanging donuts off the antlers, feeding birds that way, having her mother faint. Imogene clearly enjoys her ne...more
Those antlers are amazing. And Imogene keeps such a great attitude--I love the way she feeds the birds. I just wish I could ask David Small if her name should be pronounced Ima-jean or Ihm-o-jean. I don't know why, it just bugs me not knowing. I called her "Ihm-o-jean" forever and ever, and then I heard someone else read it the other way. Does anyone know David Small personally? Would you ask him for me?
When Imogene wakes up on Thursday she finds she has grown a set of antlers. Although Imogene has some difficulty getting dressed and down to breakfast she is more intrigued than worried. Her poor mother takes it hardest and faints. Despite their best efforts, neither the doctor nor the school principal can figure out what’s wrong with Imogene. Although this makes her mother faint again, the rest of her family and their household staff find her antlers quite useful. Imogene falls asleep that nigh...more
In this quirky tale a girl wakes up one morning with antlers, the doctor and the principle are called to advise, her mother faints repeatedly, and her brother declares her a “miniature elk.” The antlers become quite useful as drying racks and candleholders. A huge hat is custom made to cover up the antlers but fails to meet the approval of mother. All is well the next morning as the antlers are gone but wait there’s a new surprise. David Small illustrates this tale in soft warm shades but with v...more
Small, David. Imogene's Antlers. New York: Crown, 1985. Print.
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
Imogene's Antlers is a story about a little girl who wakes up one morning and notices she has grown a pair of antlers upon her head. Imogene is very fond of her antlers but her mother is less enthused. The illustrations in this book are wonderfully done, using soft but vibrant colors. This book would appeal to children because it is light and funny. However, the author utilizes this cute story to convey a...more
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
Imogene's Antlers is a story about a little girl who wakes up one morning and notices she has grown a pair of antlers upon her head. Imogene is very fond of her antlers but her mother is less enthused. The illustrations in this book are wonderfully done, using soft but vibrant colors. This book would appeal to children because it is light and funny. However, the author utilizes this cute story to convey a...more
I found a lovely 1985 edition of this book without any markings or damages whatsoever. Those who follow Mr. Hankins know that he is a huge David Small fan, and when David talked about his book in the new documentary, LIBRARY OF THE EARLY MIND, I jumped at the chance to find this book.
Imogene awakes one morning to find that she has grown antlers on her head. The members of her extended family all have various responses. . .and ultimately, creative solutions to Imogene's new head gear.
Whimsical...more
Imogene awakes one morning to find that she has grown antlers on her head. The members of her extended family all have various responses. . .and ultimately, creative solutions to Imogene's new head gear.
Whimsical...more
Lauren's Review:
I read Imogene's Antlers by David Small on February 5, 2012.
1. What was your favorite part of this book?
When Imogene fed the birds with the doughnuts stacked on her antlers!
2. Was this book funny, sad, silly, or boring?
It was a fun book.
3. Who was your favorite character?
Imogene, the girl who had the antlers grow out of her head.
4. Would you tell your best friend to read this book?
She should.
I read Imogene's Antlers by David Small on February 5, 2012.
1. What was your favorite part of this book?
When Imogene fed the birds with the doughnuts stacked on her antlers!
2. Was this book funny, sad, silly, or boring?
It was a fun book.
3. Who was your favorite character?
Imogene, the girl who had the antlers grow out of her head.
4. Would you tell your best friend to read this book?
She should.
Today was the first time I'd ever read this book (and the second and third too). The boys thought is was "so funny". For some reason they think fainting is the height of humor and thought it was hilarious that the mom faints three times in the book. The illustrations are fantastic and the story is fun. They had a great time making up all the things that would happen to her in the following days. The best one was "nacho ears with salsa dripping from them....but it would hurt if someone tried to e...more
This book will be appreciated for its humor by the youngest readers, and older kids will be able to discern something of the important point that no matter how a family member changes, it's crucial to keep in mind that they're the same person one has always loved, and whatever changes are wrought by time, one must not draw back from them as a result of those changes. The point is buried very subtly within the book, though, and what will likely stay in people's memories about this story is the s...more
I was just reminded of this book when I saw that David Small's most recent work, STITCHES: A Memoir was nominated for the 2009 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. While not a book that I would share with my 10 year old right now, this most recent work chronicles a nightmare of a childhood. That he could then move on to write a book that was one of my family's favorites (and my older children are in their 20s!) is testament to the power of the human spirit. Just being reminded of I...more
I loved this book when I was a kid! My grandmother used to hold story telling time at our village way back when, and she decided to have us, her grandchildren, act the story out as she narrated. It was such a fond memory that I'll keep forever. Its so quirky and playful with the idea of a little girl living with antlers, was just imaginative and different. Its a good read for children, encouraging them to think outside the box and playing along with thoughts of growing up different and being so...more
I was surprised when my nearly three year old cousin remarked, "She's a peacock! She's not a deer." after I read this today. I had to quickly skim through the book to make sure neither "deer" or "peacock" was mentioned and they weren't. I didn't even think he was fully paying attention since he was rather jumpy today. Apparently he was though and seems to have enjoyed the story. He mentioned a few of the things that happened throughout the story as we discussed why she was a deer during the bulk...more
This is a charming book in which Imogene is completely unfazed by the antlers that show up on her head one morning. She goes unflappably through her day, making the best of her new feature (it doubles as a drying rack! and a chandelier!) and letting any mockery and incomprehension roll right off her back.
On a more adult note, this is a great book to take to a friend who's spending some time on a locked ward, especially if her family isn't taking the news very well.
On a more adult note, this is a great book to take to a friend who's spending some time on a locked ward, especially if her family isn't taking the news very well.
Imogene woke up one day with antlers. Happens to the best of us, right?
Well, this does cause a few problems, but she adapts readily. Sure, her mother may faint and her principal may glare, but antlers! You can put doughnuts on them for the birds, and candles to light the room.
The problem goes away as quickly and mysteriously as it came (this is no Bad Case of Stripes), but it's met with a new one - a peacock's tail!
There's no big moral or revelation in this book, it's just a silly story.
Well, this does cause a few problems, but she adapts readily. Sure, her mother may faint and her principal may glare, but antlers! You can put doughnuts on them for the birds, and candles to light the room.
The problem goes away as quickly and mysteriously as it came (this is no Bad Case of Stripes), but it's met with a new one - a peacock's tail!
There's no big moral or revelation in this book, it's just a silly story.
What a melodrama ensues when Imogene wakes up one morning with antlers! Imogene doesn't seem to mind the change - it poses interesting challenges, and the kitchen maid and the cook find the antlers pretty useful. But Imogene's mother takes to her bed. Little does she know this is only the beginning. Great fun with David Small's zany illustrations!
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loved this book. Everyone is different so it's okay if you wake up with antlers on your head! This book allows the students to see Imogene's confidence after waking up as a miniature elk. Many quotations used throughout the book. This is a great book to teach about fiction...no one really could wake up with antlers on there head! :)
My daughter has enjoyed this one a bunch, asking us to read over and over. It's amusing to think about what life would be like with antlers on your head--to be different and stand out. It seems to be a book that's more about getting attention than about horns on someone's head. Bethany loves attention.
We have a pattern with our favorite books - the girl goes to sleep and wakes up somehow different. This book definitely fits our favorite book profile. The illustrations are intriguing, as well as the use of some "big" words such as milliner, voila and bravissimo (not to mention Imogene!).
This is a great book to teach students about self-acceptance and how we can find it in ourselves by realizing that everyone is different. It's imaginative plot gets children to laugh while also buiding class community as it shows that we must accept everyone for who they truly are.
This was one of my favorite books as a child because it's so funny! Imogene is free-spirited and nonchalant. But her mother is the polar opposite. So, what will she do when she wakes up with antlers on her head? Read it to find out! The ending is sure to make you smile :)
This would be a great book to share with a classroom filled with geat imaginations. THis book all about the wonderful things a great imagination can bring you. You could use this book to help create Ideas for students before creating their own wrritings.
Aug 20, 2012
S. J.
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
EVERYONE
Recommended to S. by:
Reading Rainbow
It has been years since I last read this book, but I remember loving how the family can't handle such a crazy thing, how she has difficulties doing simple things, and how absolutely sanguine she is about all of it. A crazy little book, but a really fun one.
A fun story with cute illustrations but I think that David Small's work has progressed a lot since this was published. I'm also not a big fan of stories of the rich and hoity-toity, especially as that aspect seems a little fairy-tale-esque.
Apr 13, 2012
Erica
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
artists, all-ages
Recommended to Erica by:
Janice Del Negro
Shelves:
picture-books
Imogene is a happy, unique young lady. "On Thursday, when Imogene woke up, she found she had grown antlers" (p. 1). She is my new favorite heroine. Typical of works by David Small, the story and the art complement each other perfectly.
I liked this book because it was very funny. It was ridiculous because she had doughnuts on her antlers. I thought it was also funny because her mom faints a couple of times. The pictures were good too.
This is a book that kids love and one that holds delight from the beginning to the end. Students always love the mother fainting over and over again, and especially love the surprise ending.
What a joy to read to my audience, who loved the repeated fainting of the mother...and the delightful ending. Fun fantasy that exercises a child's imagination. Illustrations bring giggles!
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David Small is the recipient of the Caldecott Medal, a Christopher Medal, and the E. B. White Award for his picture books, which include Imogene's Antlers, The Gardener, and So, You Want to Be President? He lives in Mendon, Michigan.
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