Mr. Lunch Takes a Plane Ride

This is without a doubt one of my favorite children's books. The book is for 4-8 year-olds, but most 4-5 year-olds might not understand the artwork's quirky, abstract nature. Mr. Lunch is a dog, but a very intelligent dog who gets invited to appear on television for his bird-chasing abilities. Mr. Lunch and his bird-pal Ambrose have many great and goofy adventures along the way (especially on the plane) to the television appearance...which doesn't go exactly as planned...`Mr. Lunch' gives kids a whole cargo plane full of wonderful learning opportunities in: aviation, identifying animals, how to say "goodbye" in several languages, city and country life, airport procedures, music, science, cooking...you name it! A very imaginative, wacky, fun book!Ages 4-830 pgs.

We thoroughly enjoyed this book, from the wonderfully implausible story to the extraordinary Matisse/Braques-like pictues. The story concerns a dog's flight for a television appearance--to demonstrate his bird-chasing skills. (No animals were injured in the writing of this book.) The pictures are very detailed and a bit abstract, but not unrecognizable or too cluttered for our 4 year old.A very unique and funny book, it's great for children between about four and nine. It's a lot of fun for adults to read as well: Highly recommended!

"Ends weakly"? You've got to be kidding me! This book is hilarious and entertaining from start to finish. The illustrations kill me and the story is really wacky. I love it! Anyone with an appreciation of wit and style that can't be found in most of Precious Moments America will love this Lunch!

It is so refreshing to find a book for my 2 and 3 year old that I enjoy reading as much as they do. The writing is very understandable for young children but very sharp at the same time accompanied by modern illustrations...Highly recommended.

This book comes with stickers! It is the first Mr. Lunch book I read, and I loved it so much I got all the other ones, too. Mr. Lunch should be a role model for all dogs.