A Caldecott Honor Book interprets the classic story of friendship, loyalty, and music A donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster have grown too old to be useful to their masters. Because their masters want to get rid of them, they run away. Soon, they meet on the road and decide to go to Bremen-Town to be street musicians. There they discover a cozy cabin occupied by robbers. It's up to the four friends to scare the robbers away in the most inventive way they can--opening up a warm, safe home for the new pals to settle into together.
My children and grandchidren love this story. I bought the book to read to my youngest grandchild, who is 2 and a half. We love both the story and the pictures. We also have fun braying, barking, meowing and crowing like the heroic animals in the story. When her dad was her age we lived in Germany and visited Bremen and saw the statue of the animals.
Fun to share with others.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
The illustrations are delightful for this traditional story. A great gift for any child or adult.
ISLP (L)
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
The animals were going to Bremen Town to be musicians because the owners were going to kill them. On the way to Bremen Town, they met some robbers. The animals stole a house from the robbers. I liked this book because the robbers looked funny.
Always a place in my heart
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
Of all the stories my father read to me as a child, this was my favorite. Its endearing story of self-discovery is timeless, and not to mention quite humorous for a six year old boy. It reminds me of a time far less complicated and will thus always hold a special place of affection for me. This was the Catcher in the Rye of my Elementary years. I would highly recommend this to anyone with children looking for quite simply a flat out good story to read them that they will enjoy.
A Wonderful Tale
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
The Breman Town Musicians is a simple story that involves setting goals and team work. It has two things that children love, music and animals. What a combination!As a 17 year childcare veteran, I highly recommmend this book. Kids today can use all the inspiration they can get. A great way to learn is to read. I read this book to my daughter when she was a child. Now I am getting a new copy for my grand daughter.
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