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King Bidgood's in the Bathtub
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In this raucous tale, the Knight, the Duke, the Queen--and eventually the whole court--all try to lure King Bidgood from his cozy bathtub, but he won't get out! Will anyone be able to solve this problem?In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of a Caldecott Honor favorite, this new edition features a hardcover book and a musical CD with six original songs ranging in st
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Hardcover, 32 pages
Published
September 1st 2005
by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
(first published 1985)
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King Bidgood's in the Bathtub by Audrey Wood is also characterized by simple clean vocabulary but has some of the most miraculous and intricate drawings I've ever seen, by Don Wood. I love the premise (of refusing to get out of a bath) and I can still stair for hours at the detail in those amazing full page illustrations. (It helps that the artist's model for the king, Harry Bidgood, was a family friend.)
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Jun 04, 2019
Calista
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it was amazing
Shelves:
art-lovely,
bage-children,
classic,
favorite,
1985,
genre-beginner,
x-surreal,
award-caldecott,
genre-comedy,
genre-fantasy
I adore this silly story. It is whimsical, funny and unexpected. The children loved it. They laughed the whole way through.
This is a beginning rhyming story of a King who won’t get out of the bathtub. The page asked for help to get him out. People try and plan an event to get him out of the tub, like the Queen who wants to do lunch. The King just has the person do the event in the tub. The page set out lunch in the tub and the Queen got in the tub with her dress. The kids giggled and giggled. T ...more
This is a beginning rhyming story of a King who won’t get out of the bathtub. The page asked for help to get him out. People try and plan an event to get him out of the tub, like the Queen who wants to do lunch. The King just has the person do the event in the tub. The page set out lunch in the tub and the Queen got in the tub with her dress. The kids giggled and giggled. T ...more
Apr 06, 2011
Manybooks
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
anyone looking for a fun bath-time book, with great illustrations
King Bidgoood's in the Bathtub is a fun, rollicking and engagingly entertaining bath-time story, although for me, it is Don Wood's descriptively gorgeous and simply marvellous illustrations that really do make this story oh so special, as Audrey Wood's narrative, albeit of course lively and humorous, is in my opinion also somewhat predictable and mundane, especially when compared to the rich detail of Don Wood's accompanying and minutely descriptive pictorial images. In fact, I could readily ima
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Nov 24, 2017
Matt
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really liked it
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review of another edition
Shelves:
read-with-neo,
children-s
When a page cries out that King Bidgood’s in the bathtub and refuses to leave, many have some ideas as to how to coax their monarch out, but nothing seems to work. Going to war, eating, fishing... they all seem like useful ideas to get the king away from his ducky, but the King remains firmly rooted in the bathtub. Just as everyone runs out of ideas, the page has one more that might work... Neo always liked baths and playing in there, but he also knew the importance of getting out when requested
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Mar 16, 2009
Lisa (not getting friends updates) Vegan
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it was amazing
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Recommended to Lisa (not getting friends updates) by:
Chandra
This book has unusually gorgeous and sophisticated illustrations for a children’s picture book; they’re amazing.
The story has a really fun premise and an amusing conclusion.
Children who either love or hate baths might feel particularly gleeful because of the story, but it’s a great book for all children.
(note for vegan children: there is a "fishing" scene) ...more
The story has a really fun premise and an amusing conclusion.
Children who either love or hate baths might feel particularly gleeful because of the story, but it’s a great book for all children.
(note for vegan children: there is a "fishing" scene) ...more
“King Bidgood’s in the Bathtub” is a wonderfully humorous story from the creative mind of Audrey Wood, along with beautiful illustrations from Don Wood. This book also won a Caldecott Honor Book Award, which it richly deserves this honor as the book is a great humorous experience that many children would enjoy for many years to come.
Audrey Wood’s comical storytelling of this book makes it an instant classic to read as it is full of witty humor and clever verses. The scenes that I really enjoyed ...more
Audrey Wood’s comical storytelling of this book makes it an instant classic to read as it is full of witty humor and clever verses. The scenes that I really enjoyed ...more
Dec 28, 2008
Kathryn
rated it
it was amazing
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review of another edition
Recommended to Kathryn by:
Chandra
Shelves:
childrens-picture-books
What a delight!!! I was grinning the whole way through this fun tale of King Bidgood who simply WON'T get out of the bathtub--not for a battle, not for lunch, not for a dance... Why? Because everything can be done in the bathtub and, of course, it is so much more fun in there! The illustrations are just spot-on superb--the expressions of extreme joy on the king's face, the dismay and chagrin of the knight, queen, the duke, the court as they are lured into the king's bathtub antics... the wise li
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Apr 11, 2011
Crystal Marcos
rated it
it was amazing
Recommended to Crystal by:
bath time books, read aloud
My 22 month old daughter loved this book! She was excited about every pages and talked about what was going on while I read the story. She enjoyed the CD in a car ride shortly after. I watched her face (I wasn't driving) and she kept smiling. She is very fond of bath time so she really got a kick out of this book. I was delighted to see her enjoying this book so much. The illustrations are superb, capturing the mood and expressions on everyone's faces so well. It was vibrantly detailed. I am so
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I feel like I am being harsh about some of the Caldecott books that I have been reading, but I am just trying to be true to how the book effected me. Yes, the illustrations are superb and the story is funny, it might even be perfect for that child who doesn't like getting out of the tub. If I am honest, though, I didn't like the dreary, colored pictures and I found the concept of people getting in the tub with the king.... Well odd. Lol.
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I love Don Wood's whimsical stlye of illustrating. Pictures are full of detail and text is fun to read.
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This has been a favorite picture book of mine for a long time. I love Don Wood's use of light and shadow, and all the gorgeous details of the various tub scenes. I think my favorite is either lunching in the tub or fishing in the tub. Each illustration completely transforms bathtime from something mundane into something extraordinary. I also love the king's jovial face, which lights up with mischief each time he invites someone to "Come in!" And of course, who doesn't love a story where the youn
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1. Fantasy
2. This silly yet addicting tale of a king who refuses to get out of the tub and instead tries to do all his everyday activities IN the tub will capture your heart and tickle your funny bone. But will the Page ever be able to get the King out of the tub -in time for dinner?!
3. Critique
a. The repetitive manner of this book will engage young readers and have them shouting the lines right along with you! Its perfectly written for PK and Kindergardeners.
b. The appropriateness of the boo ...more
2. This silly yet addicting tale of a king who refuses to get out of the tub and instead tries to do all his everyday activities IN the tub will capture your heart and tickle your funny bone. But will the Page ever be able to get the King out of the tub -in time for dinner?!
3. Critique
a. The repetitive manner of this book will engage young readers and have them shouting the lines right along with you! Its perfectly written for PK and Kindergardeners.
b. The appropriateness of the boo ...more
Nov 03, 2009
Dolly
rated it
really liked it
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
parents reading with their children
This is a funny and superbly illustrated story that will entertain children of all ages.
The narrative is simple and repetitive, which will please even toddlers. And the expressions and comic illustrations are fun to pore over for the smallest details.
My only complaint is that the illustrations are very dark, and it's best to read this book in a well-lit room; we read our bedtime stories in a dimly lit room and it was a little difficult to see all of the details in the picture.
This book was se ...more
The narrative is simple and repetitive, which will please even toddlers. And the expressions and comic illustrations are fun to pore over for the smallest details.
My only complaint is that the illustrations are very dark, and it's best to read this book in a well-lit room; we read our bedtime stories in a dimly lit room and it was a little difficult to see all of the details in the picture.
This book was se ...more
I love the ending and have used this for several years in a bath story time. However, I really love the music in the filmstrip and would recommend the cd or dvd over the book. 7/22/11
Worked really well at PJ time. 7/17/12
This was a big hit at PJ Story Time again. The 5 year old, 3rd grader and a parent really got into it. 6/18/13
Used for Story Time and it was the most successful of the 3 books. Also used for PJ Story Time and it was a huge hit from preschoolers to grandmas. 6/24/14
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Worked really well at PJ time. 7/17/12
This was a big hit at PJ Story Time again. The 5 year old, 3rd grader and a parent really got into it. 6/18/13
Used for Story Time and it was the most successful of the 3 books. Also used for PJ Story Time and it was a huge hit from preschoolers to grandmas. 6/24/14
Used for both ...more
Everyone should own this book. I don't care how old you are or whether you will ever even have children to read it to. This book belongs in every household! For one thing it has a delightful story, for another every single inch of every single page is a work of art. It's one of the books my children and I would read for hours at a time. Over and over they would beg me to read it. And every page needed to be savored so every page was! Then, when the children were all snug in their beds I'd pick i
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Mar 26, 2017
The Book Crusader
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Technically, I watched the episode that this book was featured in. Though I can't for the life of myself remember what the show was. I know it was not Reading Rainbow (which I watched regularly), and I think the show was a blend of human characters and puppets—just like a certain other well known PBS show.
Dammit, why can't I remember you show that I believe was a hybrid of Reading Rainbow and Sesame Street? Has my drinking really gotten so bad that I can no longer remember the shows I enjoyed as ...more
Dammit, why can't I remember you show that I believe was a hybrid of Reading Rainbow and Sesame Street? Has my drinking really gotten so bad that I can no longer remember the shows I enjoyed as ...more
Dec 24, 2007
Lanie
rated it
it was amazing
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
children at heart
Shelves:
children-s-books
This is my all time favorite children's book. I checked it out nearly every single time I went to the library as a kid (probably from age 4-5?). I finally got my own copy for my 16th birthday, I think.
The story is cute, but the most amazing thing is the illustrations. So many details and so much going on. I would spend hours studying the pictures. ...more
The story is cute, but the most amazing thing is the illustrations. So many details and so much going on. I would spend hours studying the pictures. ...more
i had this book on tape when I was a child but I had NO IDEA it was actually a book. I loved this story. It was goofy and funny. Seeing the illustrations to go with it makes this book even better. It's an absolute favorite and I'm glad I finally got to read the actual book.
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To this day I still quote this book whenever I feel like not going out or want to take longer showers.
"Today we lunch in the tub!" ...more
"Today we lunch in the tub!" ...more
The wealthy refuse to admit a problem exists until it affects them personally, as usual.
But for real though, the pictures in this book are wild. Highly recommended for the faces alone.
But for real though, the pictures in this book are wild. Highly recommended for the faces alone.
Funny story with amazing illustrations. Adults may appreciate this even more than the kids....
Apr 03, 2020
Abigail
rated it
really liked it
Recommends it for:
Children Who Enjoy Bath Time / Children Who Resist Bath Time
Recommended to Abigail by:
Chandra
Shelves:
caldecott,
picture-books
"Drip, Drop, Splash," / "Drip, Drop, Splash! / My Armor Soon Will Rust! / My Uniform Is Soggy Wet, / My Helmet Plume is Mussed! Ha! Hahaha! I'm so glad that I gave this one a second chance, after reading it on my morning train-ride the other day, and being somewhat less than impressed. What was all the fuss about, I found myself wondering? Perhaps I just wasn't in the right mood? In any case, I decided this evening to try it again, this time with the accompanying six-track CD, which provides nar
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Years ago, when my children were much younger, I bought this book at their elementary school library book sale. The story itself is both simple and funny. Clearly told, the king refuses to leave his bathtub to rule his kingdom. This puts his page into a tizzy, exasperates his wife and has his court settling into a vexation. I appreciated each person's common-sense approach to tackle their frustration. The king was undeniably contented to staying where he was at.
But let's get to the nitty-gritty: ...more
But let's get to the nitty-gritty: ...more
Don't you just hate it when "King Bidgood's in the bathtub and he won't get out"?
This is a wonderful read-to for the child with a brief attention span. The incredible illustrations are so detailed, s/he will find something new every time you read it. The rhythm of the verses is well suited to a four-to-six year old (or earlier, if yours has stopped tearing pages and squirming out of your lap)!
Everyone has a turn trying to get the king out of the tub (and of course, the necessary parts are always ...more
This is a wonderful read-to for the child with a brief attention span. The incredible illustrations are so detailed, s/he will find something new every time you read it. The rhythm of the verses is well suited to a four-to-six year old (or earlier, if yours has stopped tearing pages and squirming out of your lap)!
Everyone has a turn trying to get the king out of the tub (and of course, the necessary parts are always ...more
1986 Caldecott Honor - Favorite Illustration: When the Duke and the king go fishing. I love all the fish and turtles and water fowl. The illustrations are so detailed!
This is a fun story about a king who won't get out of the bath tub. So many things can be said about the king neglecting his kingdom and the propriety of the court joining the king in the bathtub, but I can just say that at our house, we thought this was a funny story! K(6.5) loved all the different ideas and every character's face ...more
This is a fun story about a king who won't get out of the bath tub. So many things can be said about the king neglecting his kingdom and the propriety of the court joining the king in the bathtub, but I can just say that at our house, we thought this was a funny story! K(6.5) loved all the different ideas and every character's face ...more
This is an all time favorite. I read it to my first graders today because it's #Readinthebathtubday today. They thought it was the funniest thing, reading in the bathtub, until they saw what King Bidgood did in the bathtub.
I may need to make a shelf for gazing books. I mean there are picture books, and then there are books you can gaze at and still see something new every time you open it. King Bidgood is certainly for gazing. ...more
I may need to make a shelf for gazing books. I mean there are picture books, and then there are books you can gaze at and still see something new every time you open it. King Bidgood is certainly for gazing. ...more
There's something on each page to enchant a child, whether it be the absurd situations, the long rickety stairway without a rail, the repetitious lines, or the grand finale. The kids always wait excitedly to tell me what's going to happen before we turn that last page. I should add that I was surprised by how much they liked this book. I would have given it 3 stars without their input.
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This is one of these books that is such a treat because of the gorgeous illustrations, there's so much detail in each scene that you can easily spend more time looking at the pictures than reading the story!
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The illustrations are absolutely sumptuous; it's hard to turn the page because you just want to keep staring.
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fantastic art and a hilarious book.
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Audrey Wood studied art and drama at the Arkansas Art Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. She has owned an operated a book and import store, taught chldren's drama and art, and traveled throughout Mexico and Guatemala studying Indian folk art. She now lives in Hawaii with her talented family (husband Don and son Bruce, who have both collaborated with Audrey by illustrating some of her books).
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