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Dodsworth in London (A Dodsworth Book) Hardcover – November 16, 2009

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

Dodsworth and his duck have just arrived
in London via hot air balloon.
There is so much to see!
Double-decker buses!
Palaces!
Fog!

But a crowded bus stop leads to a hilarious case of
mistaken identity and . . . a lost duck.
Time to call in Scotland Yard?

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 2—In this short chapter book, Dodsworth and his friend, a duck, continue their travels, this time arriving in London via hot-air balloon. They make a ruckus in a pub and become separated when the duck (in his little beret) boards a bus without Dodsworth. A case of mistaken identity drives the rest of the story, as a different duck—the Queen's duck, in fact (in a different hat, with an English accent)—enters the scene. Egan's short, pithy sentences may appear appropriate for beginning readers, but the vocabulary and deadpan humor give it away as a book for adults to enjoy with children. The charming drawings, which include a menagerie of supporting characters and famous London landmarks, are drawn in muted colors and have a 1940s feel. For a retro read, pair this with Miroslav Sasek's This Is London (Universe, 2004).—Lisa Egly Lehmuller, St. Patrick's Catholic School, Charlotte, NC
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"Straight-man Dodsworth and his skylarking duck travel to foggy London in Egan's third gentle comedy of errors. Short chapters and dryly funny narration move the story along, amusing mishap to mishap...Accessible storytelling and likable characters warrant repeat readings."--Publishers Weekly

"In this short chapter book, Dodsworth and his friend, a duck, continue their travels, this time arriving in London via hot-air balloon...The charming drawings, which include a menagerie of supporting characters and famous London landmarks, are drawn in muted colors and have a 1940s feel. For a retro read, pair this with Miroslav Sasek’s This Is London "--
School Library Journal

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HMH Books for Young Readers; Eleventh edition (November 16, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0547138164
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0547138169
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 510L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.39 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

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Tim Egan is the author and illustrator of several offbeat and humorous tales for children. Born in New Jersey, Tim moved to California to attend the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. He still lives in southern California with his wife, Ann, and their two sons.

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Customers find the book engaging and fun for kids. They enjoy learning about landmarks and traditions from around the world while exploring London with Dodsworth and Duck. The book is described as easy to read and a great choice for early readers.

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Customers enjoy the book for kids. They find it engaging and enjoyable to read aloud. The story is well-paced and interesting as Dodsworth and the duck explore. Readers love the series and reread the books often.

"This series is great fun for you children to early elementary...." Read more

"My son loves this series so we bought the whole set for Christmas. Funny story while learning about landmarks and traditions from around the world." Read more

"This is a fun book for the children to hear and a rollicking book for the adult to read aloud. The photos complement the story perfectly...." Read more

"This book is too funny! My granddaughter read it as part of a unit study of England. Sightseeing in London, via a book with Dodsworth, was a blast...." Read more

4 customers mention "Lore"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the lore. They find the book funny and well-paced, with Dodsworth and the duck exploring London. The story is easy to read, and the places are real, making it a good conversation starter with kids.

"...Funny story while learning about landmarks and traditions from around the world." Read more

"...My granddaughter read it as part of a unit study of England. Sightseeing in London, via a book with Dodsworth, was a blast...." Read more

"Easy to read, places are real, a lot to talk with your kids or grandchildren if they have not been there yet or remember if they did...." Read more

"...Funny, well paced and imteresting as Dodsworth and duck explore London." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book series.

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3 customers mention "Readability"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and engaging for adults to read aloud. They say it's a great book for early readers, with real places to talk about with kids or grandchildren.

"This is a fun book for the children to hear and a rollicking book for the adult to read aloud. The photos complement the story perfectly...." Read more

"Easy to read, places are real, a lot to talk with your kids or grandchildren if they have not been there yet or remember if they did...." Read more

"This is a great book for an early reader. Funny, well paced and imteresting as Dodsworth and duck explore London." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Yaay for Dodsworth
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2014
    what a brilliant series Dodsworth is - London is superb