Marsupial Sue Book and CD

Wow. Such a cute and fun book :)

Good message in song

"Marsupial Sue" the book and CD is another brilliant production by the immensely talented John Lithgow, actor-singer-performer extraordinaire and multiple Tony and Emmy awards winner. The heart of the story is about a kangaroo named Sue who wishes for something other than being a kangaroo, but of course discovers in the end that being a kangaroo is not so bad after all. The accompanying CD is a sing-along to the text, recorded in Lithgow's voice and has such a catchy tune that my 3.5 year-old requested I play it over and over, and I didn't mind! I loved singing along to this rhyming song with an infectious beat.This is a wonderful book not just because of the lesson inherent in it, that of being comfortable being oneself, but also because it helps with early literacy skills, as all of Lithgow's books do - one can sing-along with the text, read-aloud, have discussions with one's child about the different animals found in Australia [kangaroo, koala, platypus, wallaby] and so much more. Plus, it's so much fun!!! Highly recommended.

Fun to read

My daughter mentioned this book to me that she had gotten at the library for her 3 yr. old who just loved it. I bought it for a gift & they were thrilled. Although I haven't heard the CD, they said it is very cute & catchy. Since I am GMa Sue, love Australia, the beach as a winter Texan, have eaten a trout, shrimp, & scallops ( all mentioned in the book), & love koala bears (as does my 3 yr. old granddaughter), it has special meaning for all of us.

My grand daughter adores this song, we play it loud and repeatedly in the car. Others in the family don't agree, but they are crazy. It is fun, silly, clever, and cute. Of course, John Lithgow is brilliant, so of course his book is fun and well done.

Arrived quickly and perfect condition. A wonderful tray for small children. This book keeps their attention and leaves them wanting to hear it again and again.

John Lithgow is brilliant! This story told in song is absolutely adorable and will have you singing along no matter how good or bad your voice is. Not only does my son grab for all of John Lithgow's books when it's time to enjoy some reading time together, but I catch him singing the accompanying songs while he's playing or we're driving in the car. I hope he continues to write and provide families with his talent.

I used this book with my 3 y.o. students to introduce Australia. The kids enjoyed the story and fell in love with Marsupial Sue. Super!