Book details
Tales of Nonsense and Tomfoolery (Books of Nine Lives)
Published in
2001
Description
A collection of short folktales featuring silly characters, nonsensical situations, or general tomfoolery.
Age
8-11
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
80 pages
Why to read
- Engages the Imagination: The whimsical stories filled with nonsense and tomfoolery are designed to spark the imagination, providing a delightful escape from reality and encouraging creative thinking.
- Cultural Enrichment: Pleasant DeSpain is known for his storytelling that often includes folktales from around the world. Reading his work can expose readers to different cultures and traditions through engaging narratives.
- Language Development: The playful use of language in tales of nonsense can help readers, especially children, develop a love for wordplay, puns, and the rhythmic qualities of language, enhancing their linguistic skills.
- Entertainment Value: The book promises to be a fun and entertaining read for people of all ages, offering a break from the seriousness of everyday life with its light-hearted and humorous stories.