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A Fly Went by

by Mike McClintock

A small question turns into a lively chase

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A small question turns into a lively chase

A boy spots a fly in a hurry and wonders where it is going. That question sets off a cumulative chase involving a frog, cat, dog, pig, cow, fox, and hunter, with each new arrival widening the comic commotion. The book’s simple, clue-supported vocabulary and illustrations are described as part of its early-reader format, connecting the chain of action with beginning reading practice. Its central joke rests on the growing crowd and the mystery of what has everyone in such a flurry.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young children beginning to read independently
  • Families seeking a humorous read-aloud with a chain of animal characters

Themes

Cumulative storytellingAnimals and pursuitCuriosityHumor

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Book overview

A fly is followed by a menagerie of characters in this humorous cumulative tale.

When a young boy sees a frantic fly buzzing past, he asks where the fly is headed--and with that, a chase begins. The fly and the frog, the cat and the dog, the pig and the cow, the fox and the hunter . . . who is causing all the fuss? A Fly Went By will have young readers buzzing with excitement!

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3-7.

"The writing is merry and the pictures are real fun. Recommended." --School Library Journal.
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