Richard Scarry's Lowly Worm Story Book

by Richard Scarry

Presents five brief stories in which the baker makes a loaf of talking bread, Mr. Fixit is finally stumped, Mr. Rabbit learns the consequences of absent-mindedness, three sitters make fudge, and Tanglefoot takes a spill.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fiction, Animals

48 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1977

About the author

RICHARD SCARRY is one of the world's best-loved children's authors EVER! In his extraordinary career, Scarry illustrated over 150 books, many of which have never been out of print. His books have sold over 100 million copies around the world, and are currently published in over twenty languages. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. Richard Scarry was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012.

Reviews

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lowly Worm wasn't really so lowly, just young.

I loved reading these "Worm" picture books by Richard Scarry to my son.

KidLit authors often use animal characters to stand in for children, as if more relatable and less personal. But compassionate Richard understood the frustrations and vulnerabilities of young children. With whimsy and contagiously happy illustrations, he made the overwhelmingness of growing up... seem very do-able.

NOW THAT I'VE REVIEWED HUNDREDS MORE PICTURE BOOKS
SINCE POSTING THIS EARLY REVIEW

I have an extra thank you to add. Thanks, Goodreads, for making this Lowly Worm Storybook so much more fun for me. You see, by now I appreciate this book more than ever. Sincerity from the author... has a lot to do with it.

Just today I encountered two picture books where every single character smiled with a fake smile.
Nothing phony about Richard Scarry's Busytown, though. Expressions on the faces of his animals weren't Mona Lisa-mysterious. Nor were they (thank God) self-consciously cute.

Plus, in the Busytown books, the characters were living and learning. Never -- ugh! -- performing.

Even children can tell when book writers are just going through the motions, cranking out a product yet extending no real friendliness; desiring popularity and sales, perhaps, but seemingly unwilling to make a connection with readers.

Even children can discern sincerity of intent... although many an adult has forgotten.

Sincerity counts, nonetheless. Sincerity may be all the more reason for you Goodreaders to introduce your bright, young, readers to Richard Scarry's books. Totally unpretentious, hugely entertaining!

[Holden Stremick · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like Lowly Worm. I laugh every time I see him. My favorite parts of this book are the airplane, the clock, and the ball. I think if you read it you would also enjoy the airplane, clock and ball. My mommy likes the part where Lowly Worm takes a bath, because c'mon... that's just funny.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great Richard Scarry book. This is a collection of several stories all featuring Lowly Worm and his friends. My favorite story is the Talking bread. Little Flossie visits her dad at the bakery and loses her doll. She doesn't notice that it's missing until she bites into a fresh loaf of bread! My son likes Mr. Fixit and Absent-Minded Mr. Rabbit. Richard Scarry books always have so many interesting illustrations that it seems like there's always something new to look at. Great book to read with your kids.

[Cara Byrne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is another paperback from my childhood that I love to share with Lu and Ri. From "The Talking Bread" to "The Three Sitters," all five of the stories are silly and lighthearted, while they simultaneously focus on a community made up of animals that care for one another and help each other - no matter their species or their deficits. Lovely and fun.

[Laura Turowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute stories that get giggles from my 5 year old. We have read this multiple times.

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adventures around Busytown with Lowly ❤️

[Phil · Rating 3 out of 5]

A village full of cooperation and mishaps.

[Martha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lowly Worm cracks me up, and he makes my daughter shriek with laughter. Lowly Worm wears one shoe, because where would a second shoe go on a worm? He has a little trick for eating, because he is polite and wouldn't think of putting his worm "foot" on the table. He is earnest and dependable, and always ready to help a friend. He seems to be present whenever disaster strikes. Our finding him to be so hilarious might be a matter of taste, but IMHO it's worth taking a chance. There are some other very funny little stories in this book, and really, all of Richard Scarry's books are brilliant and so much fun.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

Richard Scarry was one of my all time childhood favorite author/illustrators.

[Jeanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every child and parent wants to find Lowly on each page -- he's always there somewhere, so it's a great game and read!

[Cws]

JE-Sca

[Sue Felts · Rating 5 out of 5]

This makes Emily laugh all the time!

[Peter Macinnis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one of my favourites when my children were young, and one of theirs as well. In fact, we consumed a cart-load of Scarry. Soon, I can start again with my grand-children!

[Heather Richard · Rating 4 out of 5]

The sentimentality of rereading Richard Scarry is overwhelming, but the stories are also good, too.

[The Brothers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute stories from Scarry's wonderful world of animals.

Great illustrations - lots to look at per normal!

[Sally · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my favorite Scarry book.

[Sylvester (Taking a break in 2023) · Rating 3 out of 5]

5* art
3* story

Mr. Fixit is a favorite.