The Phantom Toll Booth is written for late elementary to early middle school kids, but as I reread this book from my past (a very distant one these days) I thoroughly enjoyed it. I enjoyed it more this time, I believe, because I have been in the world long enough to understand all of what I read more precisely. It was a fun read and a cool reminder about how words have meanings, some more than others, some need left unsaid others needs be spoken. See? I love the Island of Conclusions and the way you get there is by jumping. There are many gems, you see, when you read this book. Then, pass it to your children or read it to them. You can explain the meanings of things as you go along, because I am not altogether sure that children are learning these things in school today. You tell me.
I found this book to be quite timely for today - it spoke of so much noise the sounds lost meaning; and, oh, so many other delicious things we forget, even though we know them well.
It's early dismissal at school today for my two youngest. It's staggered just enough that I can relax driving between schools. Then, we have an hour to "kill" so we'll pop into the commissary to get a few needed items before going to get the eldest. I'm already in the "I can't wait to get home" mode. What the hell am I so anxious about?
I need a chill pill.
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My oldest received it as a gift when he was a youngster. It is in my "to read" pile, but I've never read it before.
This reminds me, I should dust it off and do so. Thanks!
Never read it, but will look forward to doing so now!
Yes, silly, of course it is YOU I tagged!
blessings and hugs,
marcy
Adding it to my to-read list...thanks for the suggestion!
One of those lovely books for kids that kids really don't "get" until they are parents! I love this book! Haven't read it in a long time--I think it's time to bring it out again.
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