Horton Hatches the Egg

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Summary: Horton Hatches the Egg
Review: After reading this book I can really relate to the character of Horton. This book is such a good example of someone who trying to find out who they are. Horton stayed and waited on that egg because he had promised the mother that he would. What a great role model for kids. Horton was patient, and all that patience paid off in the end when out popped a half bird half elephant. He was faithful to his word.

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Summary: Horton Hatches Fun for All
Review: Dr. Suess is the author of numerous children’s books, for years his titles have been favorites for children. Horton Hatches the Egg is no different. Dr. Suess combines wonderful pictures with a clever plot that make this story enjoyable for readers of all ages. The characters are well developed and very appealing to the audience. Horton, the elephant, is an amusing character that commands respect. Another benefit to this fun story is the lesson it teaches about human nature. This review will examine Horton Hatches the Egg in a critical light, emphasizing the characteristics that make it a high-quality children’s book. The story begins as Mayzie the lazy bird is complaining about sitting on her egg all of time; she is tired and wants a break. Mayzie spots Horton, the elephant, walking through the jungle that she dupes into sitting on her egg for a short time. Mayzie never returns, leaving poor Horton to take care of the egg. The story continues as Horton stays with the egg through months of mishaps and tribulations. Horton and Mayzie meet at the end, through coincidence, and Horton is eventually rewarded for his efforts. The setting of this tale in begins in the jungle. There are smooth transitions from one scene to another. Also, the pictures describing the scene are not too distracting to the reader, but they help to paint a picture in the reader’s mind of where the story might actually be taking place. There is no time period given for this story, which makes the story relevant in today’s society. The setting also contains events and places that young readers might have had some experience with, and those who have never been to a circus or a jungle would still be interested in the story. The setting also helps to create a happy and light mood, which is important in children’s literature (Norton, 1999). The strong development of the characters makes this story very appealing. From the beginning, the lazy Mayzie bird wishes to leave her egg, she is tired of sitting on it. The Mayzie bird remains inert the entire story, readers will also note that the she does not benefit from being this way. Horton, the elephant, is a strong character that remains committed to his promise. Horton is a cute character that children would be attracted to; he is also very humorous. The story follows Horton from beginning to end, which allows young readers to develop a relationship with him, as they laugh and learn from him. The plot is quick paced and full of humor, which makes it very appealing to children. Horton is constantly doing silly things. The wording and language of this story make it flow and every enjoyable as well. The story is interesting and keeps the attention of the readers. The plot is never dull and inspires children to think about other events in life. Another aspect children’s literature that is substantial is involving children with the theme. Often times themes are not that easy to pick out of stories, but if children can identify themes they feel even more connected to the story (Norton, 1999). The theme of this story teaches children about life, working hard and keeping promises benefits all those involved. Overall, this story was well written with humor and realistic characters. The rhyming words would also appeal to children. I must admit that I found the story to be fun and delightful. At certain points I felt bad for the elephant. Horton is a well-developed character that is very appealing to children. Horton Hatches the Egg is a book that children will love and should definitely read.

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Summary: Horton keeps his promise to watch over lazy mayzie's egg
Review: Dr. Suess wrote another wonderful book for children. We read it to our adopted child as it shows a special bond between Horton and the egg. Although we do explain Mayzie's reaction to her egg is not typical to how "Birth Parents" feel. We have found this book to be very educational as well as intertaining.

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Summary: Loyal and True to The End
Review: Horton decides to give a bird a break and sit on her egg for a brief amount of time, but the bird takes full advantage of the good hearted elephant who figured out how to do this without breaking the egg. The bird takes off and decides that Horton can do the time and she will come back and get the reward of the baby bird. Well, time went on and on and the lazy bird never returned until she found out that the egg was about to hatch. Horton was true to his word through whatever weather conditions prevailed. As you read the story you wonder why it is taking so long for this egg to develop until the end when you realize that there is a great reward in Horton's efforts and loyalty and a very good moral to the story. And a great deal of anger in the bird who thought she could pull a trick on an elephant who had a sense of values and she had none.The ending is a delight and unique. I loved it as much as my son did an we both laughed together. Mrs, Symmington

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Summary: Enchanting and fun for all
Review: Horton Hatches the Egg is a wonderful tale for young and old alike. I read it as a child and now read it to my own children. I was the library coordinator for my child's first grade class and was having a very difficult time controling twenty two unruly kids. Horton to the rescue. The kids loved the tale of the faithful elephant shouting out each and every time that this elephant was faithful one hundred percent. You will love this book one hundred percent !

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Summary: A child's hero
Review: Horton Hatches the Egg was read to me as an infant. Many years later, I read it to my infant daughter. In my opinion, it is one of Theodor Geisel's (Dr. Seuss) best works. Through his uncanny sense of humor, rhyme and rhythm, he tells a tale of an elephant who gave his word. This story teaches the meaning and value of integrity!

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Summary: As touching as it is wacky....
Review: Horton remarks: "An elephant's faithful - 100 percent!" as he struggles to keep his word by protecting a lazy bird's egg. It teaches the important lesson of standing on principle, in spite of the hardships one might encounter along the way. Of course it comes across as fun, never preachy. This book actually brings tears to my eyes, even though it is so zany!

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Summary: Love it!
Review: I just love this book! My 2 year old loves it too, but she just can't fully appreciate the wonderful witty style it's written in. Every page is a joy to read!

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Summary: Horton Sits on the Egg
Review: It is about an elephant that sits on an egg for weeks and months.People laugh and tease Horton and then two men try to hunt him down. To find out more read this book by Dr. Seuss. This book is funny and likeable.

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Summary: WONDERFUL!!!
Review: Just imagine! An Elephant sitting on a nest! How Ridiculous! But wonderful! Horton is soooooo friendly, and kind, and faithful, he's just wonderful! I really like what comes out of the egg when it hatches! It is soooooo cute! I just love it! (The book and the creature)