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Tough Chicks
by
Cece Meng (Goodreads Author),
Melissa Suber
From the moment Penny, Polly, and Molly hatch from their eggs, the whole farm knows they are truly tough chicks. They wrestle worms, rope roosters, and are often found under the hood of the tractor. All the other animals and even the farmer himself tell Mama Hen to make her chicks good. "They are good!" Mama Hen replies. But could her chicks be too loud, too independent, a...more
Hardcover, 32 pages
Published
February 16th 2009
by Clarion Books
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From the minute they hatch, Penny, Polly and Molly are chicks of a different feather. They wrestle worms, race bugs, and dive for flies. And they move at a fast pace with a "Peep, peep, zoom, zip, cheep." All of the farm animals beg mother hen to make her chicks behave and be good. But mother hen knows that her chicks are good. Even the farmer gets upset when he finds the chicks under the hood of his tractor. The animals on the farm put together an educational program for the chicks to help them...more
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I loved this book and it's message. I think my kids really liked the book too. I loved that the little chicks didn't do what other "good little chicks" did like peck the ground for corn, build a nest, and peep. They ran around the farmyard playing in the mud, checking out the tractor's engine, swinging from the cow's tail, and just being incredibly active. The Mother Hen learned to be really proud of her chick's actions and tried to ignore the other animals when t...more
I loved this book and it's message. I think my kids really liked the book too. I loved that the little chicks didn't do what other "good little chicks" did like peck the ground for corn, build a nest, and peep. They ran around the farmyard playing in the mud, checking out the tractor's engine, swinging from the cow's tail, and just being incredibly active. The Mother Hen learned to be really proud of her chick's actions and tried to ignore the other animals when t...more
I really enjoyed the feminist message here. The book was active and fun and the style of the illustrations appropriately echoed that feeling. I did find the couple instances where two full page spreads are next to each other, only separated by the gutter to the distracting, especially with the bold, blocky designs of the illustration- They seemed to run together in a rather unpleasant way. That said, some of the visual elements like the overly circular cow didn't quite capture my fancy either an...more
I love curling up to read a book to my kids, and discover lessons beautifully taught and illustrated for myself. To them it was a fun, cute story about three chicks that don't behave as all the other chicks do, but when the time comes, everyone is grateful for their unique interests. To me, it was a reminder that my kids may not do things like most other kids, but they each have impressive and unique qualities that I am excited to see mature.
I kept thinking of the "Robots" quote, "You can shine...more
I kept thinking of the "Robots" quote, "You can shine...more
Have you ever had that experience where a book or article falls into your lap at just the right moment? Preschooler and I are in a place where we have multiple power struggles throughout the day. She is head-strong, and determined, and extremely independent, and I sometimes find myself wishing she could be more like her quieter, calmer, more low-key friends. This story, about a mother hen’s faith (and occasional doubt) in her trio of “tough chicks” is a reminder that my rough-and-tumble, do it h...more
Too cute! Three little chicks, Penny, Polly, and Molly, aren't your typical chicks. Instead of being cute and quiet, they like to shake things up. They especially like to look under the farmer's tractor hood. The older hens want to teach them to be nice chicks, but the little chicks have too much fun swinging on cow's tails and roping roosters. It's not until the farmer's tractor won't start up and the chicks fix it, that the farm realizes it's good to have these tough chicks around.
Mommy's review from 5/13/10 -
Tough Chicks is a really cute, fun book to read to your toddler. I loved the illustrations and Julia did also.
Three little chicks are a little different and get into some trouble on the farm. The Mother Hen is repeatedly told to get her chicks under control. The ending is pretty cool - the chicks kind of turn everything around on the other barnyard animals and the farmer.
I'm happy I saw this and picked it up. I can see us reading this more in the future.
Tough Chicks is a really cute, fun book to read to your toddler. I loved the illustrations and Julia did also.
Three little chicks are a little different and get into some trouble on the farm. The Mother Hen is repeatedly told to get her chicks under control. The ending is pretty cool - the chicks kind of turn everything around on the other barnyard animals and the farmer.
I'm happy I saw this and picked it up. I can see us reading this more in the future.
Not all girls enjoy dressing up in frou frou pink outfits and sipping tea. If you know a little girl like that, then make sure to remind them that it is ok to be a tough chick! Introduce them to Penny, Polly and Molly; three tough chicks who would rather wrestle a worm than quietly peck grain off the henhouse floor. Peep, peep, zoom, zip, cheep! The other animals in the baryard want the chicks to act normal and not bad. Thankfully they have a mama who reminds the animals that They're tough and t...more
This is a very cute story about some "tough chicks" that do not behave like hte other chicks. These chicks are always into something and curious about everything around them. Everyone tells them to be good, but in the end, having tough chicks around saves the day. This is a great read aloud for children K and up. The illustrations are done in bold acrylics and give the illusion of all the activity on a farm. Hihgly recommended for all the Tough Chicks out there!
I received a free copy of this book via First Reads, and I'm thrilled: the story is great, the illustrations are fantastic, and the pace is perfect for a small child.
Penny, Polly, and Molly are the "tough" chicks, the ones always causing trouble around the farm. When their mother, Mama Hen, is chastised for her chicks' behaviour, she insists that her chicks are good--and they are!
This is a very sweet story for "chicks" and little boys alike. My son, who is six, enjoyed very much following the ch...more
Penny, Polly, and Molly are the "tough" chicks, the ones always causing trouble around the farm. When their mother, Mama Hen, is chastised for her chicks' behaviour, she insists that her chicks are good--and they are!
This is a very sweet story for "chicks" and little boys alike. My son, who is six, enjoyed very much following the ch...more
Aug 11, 2011
Melanie
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Shelves:
children-s-literature,
picture-book,
chickens,
barnyards,
farmers,
animals,
individuality,
self-confidence
Chicks Penny, Polly and Molly have always been different from the other chicks. They don't quietly peck grain and build nests. They get into the farmer's tractor, play in the mud and sing instead of cheep. Many barnyard animals have tried to help them to no avail. Mother Hen is forever being told to control her chicks, but she loves them as they are.
Being tough chicks just might come in useful when the farmer's tractor gets stuck and it's about to rain.
Being tough chicks just might come in useful when the farmer's tractor gets stuck and it's about to rain.
An enjoyable book. The illustrations are just as colorful delightful inside as out, though the cows and sheep are unnaturally huge, even considering the "cartoony" nature of the art.
The story is predictable for adults--chicks who don't act like proper chickens end up saving the day and earning gratitude of everyone who criticized them--but will be entertaining for children and is told in a lively manner.
Good for preschool storytimes.
The story is predictable for adults--chicks who don't act like proper chickens end up saving the day and earning gratitude of everyone who criticized them--but will be entertaining for children and is told in a lively manner.
Good for preschool storytimes.
Tough Chicks is a cute children's book that empowers children to embrace their individuality. The three main chicks always beat to their own drum, they never follow the rest, they are natural born leaders. They are not liked on the farm because they do not follow the rules to being chicks. The chicks stick to their ways and remain true to themselves with the support of their mother who always supportive of the chicks. The mother of the chicks constantly provides empowers her chicks to be themsel...more
Some chicks are quiet, while others spend hours preening their feathers, but not the three chicks in this story, they're a feisty powerhouse trio. The author not only creates an adorable story and the illustrator dazzles the eyes with substantial and striking artwork, but she also entertains and celebrates the positiveness of being a strong, different and independent female. What a fun, inspiring romp with cute lil' chickens.
Robby picked this out at the library and I was really excited to see his reaction. Although the story focuses on the three female chicks, he and I had some interesting conversations about gender. I am amazed that a 3-1/2 year old already has notions about what boys & girls do and/or how they act! What a great lesson for all children!
Peep, peep, zip, zoom, cheep!
Penny, Polly, and Molly are not like all the other chicks. They're spunky. They're mischievous. They're curious. They're driving the other farm animals crazy.
Cute illustrations, funny moments, and although the story isn't amazing, it is different and humorous. Kids should like it.
Penny, Polly, and Molly are not like all the other chicks. They're spunky. They're mischievous. They're curious. They're driving the other farm animals crazy.
Cute illustrations, funny moments, and although the story isn't amazing, it is different and humorous. Kids should like it.
This is one of my new favorite children's books. It recognizes creative children who are marching to their own drummer. I have a bunch of kids like this, and I really appreciate the postive spin from this author. The illustrations are bright, and hilarious. I love the round cows and sheep. Get this one and read it!
Although not touted as a homeschool book, this is a GREAT book for homeschoolers. Especially homeschoolers with girls. (Especially girls who may be a little less traditional than others. I could relate to the mother hen. ("They are good chicks." "Are they good chicks?" "They ARE good chicks!")
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Cute. The typical "Be Yourself" message set on the farm with 3 chicks being the oddballs who prove their worth later. Enjoyable to see the chicks' antics and how they save the day. Not quite what I was thinking for a preschool storytime choice, but I'm sure it would work.
Love the message: "They are good!" Love the fact that Mama Hen believes in them even when everyone else on the farm wants to change them into "good" chicks. It's their very individuality that makes them shine and saves the day in the end. Let chicks be chicks!
Everyone on the farm tells Mama Hen to make her chicks be good. But she sees nothing wrong with their different way of doing things. Will she ever get her chicks to act like they should?
Calls for chanting and a few sound effect while reading aloud.
Calls for chanting and a few sound effect while reading aloud.
A little bit of girl power in the form of little chicks, this book celebrates individuality, creativity and curiosity, as well as a love for learning. It's a fun book to read aloud and our girls really liked it.
Peep, peep, zoom, zip, cheep!
Peep, peep, zoom, zip, cheep!
This is rally cute! It's about chicks who are different right from the start and rather than being like all the rest of the chicks and animals they prove they are worthy just as they are. Smart, tough, imaginative. A great lesson for all.
You know what are really cute? Baby chicks. You know what's even cuter? Baby chicks who run too fast, wrestle worms, and fix pick-up trucks. This energetic picture book expands and liberates the idea of what it means to be a good girl.
This is a very funny story about 3 little chicks who don't quite do what everyone thinks that they should. But the chicks prove that while everyone else thought they were just goofing around, they were learning useful skills.
This book was me on so many levels. I love it. I even bought a copy of it to have for myself. I was teased at work a bit for having a "children's" book but guess what? Those are the people that don't get "Tough Chicks"!
These 3 chicks are into everything, but in a GOOD way! It takes all kinds in this world, including curious, energetic, tough chicks. This book is great at demonstrating diversity, while simply telling a fun story.
Sort of a cute story about baby chicks who don't want to do what the other animals tell them to. Instead, they want to work on the farmers tractor. A little long for storytime, but might work out for an older crowd.
This was a fun book about three little chicks that just enjoy having fun! These three little chicks just don't know how to act like chicks but it does not matter to them they have their own skills. Ages 4+
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