The Farmer in the Soup

by Freya Littledale, Molly Delaney (Illustrator)

A farmer and his wife trade jobs for a day and the farmer discovers running the house is much harder than he thought.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Freya Littledale (1929 - 1992) was a children's book author, adapter, and editor. Most of her works were retold fairytales.

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another light-hearted book with a point: you shouldn't criticize someone until you've walked in their shoes! The critical, bumbling farmer learns a needed lesson and domestic tranquility reigns as he admits, "Everything you do is always right". Just wish all husbands understood that better ;o

[Steve · Rating 3 out of 5]

The farmer learns through switching places that his criticism of his wife are superficial. He can be more appreciative intend of being critical. Good illustrations. My son read this in first grade.

[Tori · Rating 3 out of 5]

The farmer is an idiot. It's a wonder his farm turns enough of a profit for his poor beleaguered wife to put food on the table.

[Kylie Abecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

A topic that is relevant in almost any relationship. A Nice way to teach children about these differences when they are young.