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Available
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Publication
Scholastic Book Services
Pages
79
Description
Presents seventeen authentic folktales of the giant logger's exploits in the North Woods.
Description
Children of all ages will enjoy these tales of Paul Bunyan, mythical giant lumberjack of the North Woods. Exciting and rollicking stories--seventeen in all. A perpetual best-seller the country over, this book has sold more than one million copies.
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1936
Physical description
79 p.; 7.6 inches
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LibraryThing member katemccormick2011
This folktale of Paul Bunyan and his ox by Dell J. McCormick is a cute story to tell children about why it is "believed" that natural landmarks (the grand canyon, the great lakes) were formed. The illustrations are a little boring and outdated. Other than that, the story, the wording, all of it was
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so entertaining. It would be funny to read this to a class full of students and see their reactions! A fun way to get children involved would be to have them write about why they think the stories are real or fake. I loved this book! Show Less
LibraryThing member Hamburgerclan
This ones a collections of tall tales about Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack of the great North Woods. It's a really nice book. The stories are told in a clear and entertaining manner, embellished with amusing illustrations by Mr. McCormick. It would be a welcome addition to any collection of folk
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tales--which is why I want it on my shelf. Show Less
LibraryThing member Sasha_Doll
From back cover: When he laughs, folks think it's thunder! When he drags his great axe along the ground, he digs the Grand Canyon! And how come there are so many lakes in Minnesota? Didn't you know? They were made by the footprints of Paul Bunyan--mightiest and merriest lumberjack of the North
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Woods. His friend, Babe the Ox, is a mighty critter, too. He can drink up a lake in a few gulps. And one day when he does--well, come along with Paul Bunyan, as he swings his axe from Maine to California. Show Less
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J3C.McC