Where Is Coco Going?

The author and "chenile chicken rancher" of the somewhat R-rated Bitter with Baggage has done it again; this time, it's a funny and meticulously executed children's book. Sloane Tanen once more uses her leading character, Coco the chicken (she's all of 1" tall), and takes her on a playful romp to Grandma's house. Coco makes use of many different forms of transportation, from a car to a unicorn - traversing deserts, forests, seas...even Paris! Hagen's photos are vivid and engaging, the reader can't help but become an active participant in the story. The story line is simple enough for very young children, yet might be used with the older grades in helping them create story lines for books and/or classroom-produced movies. While it's easy to give this a call number, this is a book that defies shelving as it will be very popular with all ages

I picked this book up on a whim for my 17 month old daughter. She absolutely loves it and insists that we read and reread it many times in one sitting - unusual for her. Although short on text there is much going on visually and lots to talk about with your little one. Enjoy!

'Bitter with Baggage' the first book by this author was a cute concept--step in the right direction, 'Coco' is the arrival of the right direction. An entirely cute story of the chicks I always loved to get in my Easter Basket. A friend of mine and I sat in a book store and read it, it is just far too cute.

Coco is adorable! If you love Bitter with Baggage, buy this book. I have Bitter with Baggage on my coffee table and whenever a friend comes over with kids, the kids immediately want to look at the chicken book. While Bitter with Baggage is rated PG13, "Where is Coco Going?" is the perfect book for kids. This book has the same wonderfully detailed technicolor photographs and funny chickens, but with a kid appropriate story. The question is not where is Coco going, but where is Coco going next? Each turn of the page brings a new adventure. And because there isn't a lot of text in the book, kids are invited to use their imaginations and make up their own stories. I've already given two copies as gifts and everyone loves it. This book is definitely tops on my list of gifts for kids.

I love Ms. Tanen's humor. I have bought both of her books and give them as gifts. CoCo is my new baby gift for everyone this year. Don't miss this one...even if you aren't a kid!!!