Oh, the Places You'll Go!

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Summary: Too cute
Review: This book is so cute and is a perfect gift for someone starting a new path of their life. Don't let it fool you. Just because it is by Dr. Seuss doesn't mean it is a children's book.

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Summary: Knowing and Going
Review: Of Seuss-an reviews this is the third
Likely my last, mostly absurd
But I had to think of life's general direction
And that brought me to this little reflection

The places we go
The places we know
The things that we show
The hearts that all glow

Life is but a journey friend
And friend with friend up till the end
We should be happy and we should be free
You should be you and I'll just be me

And OH, OH, the places we'll go
We'll go hither and we'll go fro
Over the rainbow and under a smile
Making the light year seem less than a mile

My own trek is one through theology
Determined it feels by biology
And compels me upon my wonderful way
And never doubting it for a day

That this is where I'm called to be
This is what I'm charged to see
By some much grander holy light
Which may someday give me greater sight

And until then the faith I'll hold
To try to make the journey bold
So that everyplace will feel like home
For everyplace is someone's home

Be it brown or be it blue
In a castle or a shoe
In the up and out the down
Journeying through every town

And still there will be more places to go
Still more ways in which we can grow
But may we never outgrow the Seuss
For then, dear friends, life's not much use

This is a lesser-known Dr. Seuss book, but still a great story and great learning device. This is especially well suited for children who are going through a transition or change in life, to show them in a cute and memorable way that life is journey in and of itself, and that there are good things to be found when leaving the security and safety of home.

An excellent text for children who may be nervous about going to school, going on a trip, or major life changes, this book is real treasure.

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Summary: the BEST gift for everyone!
Review: I just love this book! It's the perfect gift for someone who is just starting college, graduating, changing jobs, careers, or any new venture. It focus's on the journey of life, and that you will come out on top throughout the ups and downs.
Really great for any age! Highly recommend! Colorful, cheerful, happy book!

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Summary: A Wonderfully Inspiring Book
Review: A book offering hope and encouragement to all! A book to be read and reread by young and old alike. Charmingly presented and will linger within for months to come. Highly recommended.
Evelyn Horan - teacher/counselor/author
Jeannie, A Texas Frontier Girl Books One-Three

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Summary: Enduring Classic!
Review: Who can fault Dr.Seuss? Wonderful book giving hope and inspiration to young and old. Delightfully presented. A must read for all "children" of any age!
Evelyn Horan

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Summary: I love this book and I am *not* a Seuss fan!
Review: If you have other Dr. Seuss books then this one is a little different. It does not go into it's own story, instead it is written more like an introduction to the world of Dr. Seuss. It's all in there - from the Grinch of Whoville to Horton the Elephant to the Cat in the Hat. A great collection of characters all summed up in one little book.

Although I can stumble over pronouncing a word just like anyone else this book is very rhythmic and fun to read, it flows very well as do most other Dr. Seuss books. It is also every bit as silly and entertaining, even for me, as an adult.

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Summary: A Wonderful Book To Take With You To The Places You'll Go
Review: Oh, The Places You'll Go, written by Doctor Seuss, is perfect for just about any age. Fundamentally this is a poem about the good and bad things which lay ahead of us as we make our journey through life. Ultimately the message the poem carries is a positive one for children. 'It won't always be easy. You'll get through it okay though.' As you turn the pages of this wonderful book you'll be nodding your head in recognition of its profound and simple truths.

Preston McClear, www.malibubooks.com

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Summary: Strained - not classic, but alright
Review: Like his posthumous 'Daisy', 'Places' lacks the zing, the excitement, the otherworldliness of his classics.

The strength in 'Places' is the message, which is OK - fairly new and simple, but eventually boring - not ennobling, like 'Lorax'.

The drawings are weak, comparatively empty and labored. Compare to 'Sleep Book', which is a completely engrossing new world at every turn.

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Summary: For people of all ages experiencing life challenges, too
Review: I have a friend facing cancer. I have a child with serious health issues. This book says it all. Reminds you,

"When your alone, theres' a very good chance
you'll meet things that scare you right out of your pants.
There are some, down the road between nither and yon,
that can scare you so much you won't want to go on.
But on you will go
thought the weather be foul.
On you will go
though the Hakken Krakks howl
On you will go..."

There is more, so much more.

Awesome awesome book. We read it multiple times a day. My 2 yo asks for the book constantly. It helps us hold onto our courage. I just can't say enough about this wonderful book.

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Summary: Perfect for any age
Review: Since Dr. Seuss is one of my all-time favorite authors, of course this book is wonderful! The illustrations are awesome, and the book is great for any age. If you are as big of a Dr. Seuss fan as I am, you will definitely love it!