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Mr. Popper has penguins in his fridge, an ice rink in the basement, and a family for whom life will never be the same
How many penguins in the house is too many? Mr. Popper is a humble house painter living in Stillwater who dreams of faraway places like the South Pole. When an explorer responds to his letter by sending him a penguin named Captain Cook, Mr. Popper and his family’s lives change forever. Soon one penguin becomes twelve, and the Poppers must set out on their own adventure to preserve their home.
First published in 1932, Mr. Popper’s Penguins is a classic tale that has enchanted young readers for generations.
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Great for Teachers to Use For A Thematic Unit
I've lived 26 years on this earth. In those 26 years I've learned a lot about children's books. I've learned which ones are considered the holiest of holies and which are to be condemned and spat upon. So I was completely taken aback when I learned that there was a 1938 children's book that absolutely no one had ever told me to read before. "Mr. Popper's Penguins" was a delight to discover. Suddenly I was privy to reading a charming story of a man and his penguins, and I had never even heard a peep about this tale from anyone. What gives? Why isn't "Mr. Popper's Penguins" as well-known and well-read as "Cheaper by the Dozen" or "Stuart Little"? There is no answer to this question. There is only this wonderful book, well-illustrated and magnificently written for the younger set.
Mr. Popper is a house painter, and mostly a good one. True, he does sometimes fall into fits of fancy, dreaming about the Arctic explorers and the ice floes to the North and South. His wife and children don't necessarily understand his dreams, but that doesn't sway Mr. Popper. One day, out of the blue, he receives word that one of the great explorers he wrote, Admiral Drake, read his letter and is sending him a present. As any child who remembers the title of the book might guess, a penguin comes hopping out of a newly delivered crate the next day. Mr. Popper is charmed by the little guest, and names him Captain Cook. Cook is a curious beasty, and the Poppers do everything from outfitting their refrigerator to taking Captain Cook for walks. When the penguin falls into a deep depression it is only the delivery of a second penguin from the zoo, Gerta, that cheers him up. Soon the penguin pair lay some eggs and the Popper household is privy to ten more lovely jumpy penguins. With money hard to come by it takes a clever Mr. Popper to come up with a way to make his penguins not only profitable, but stars.
First of all, make certain that if you are reading a version of this story that you have grabbed one that has Robert Lawson's beautiful illustrations. The same illustrator that's responsible for the lovable picture book, "Ferdinand the Bull" has switched his focus from beef to fowl. These penguins are remarkably well drawn, from their inquisitive little eys to their ugly webbed feet. If you've never seen a Lawson illustration, here would be a good place to start. The writing of Richard and Florence Atwater is extremely readable for anyone of any age. The phrase, "they just don't make `em like that anymore" is unfair, but also kind of true. There's something to the simplicity of this book that you just can't find anywhere else. It is, all in all, just fantastic. And with Lawson's adept renderings of all the characters and situations, you are left in no doubt that this is one of the best books of this or any other age.
So a great wrong has been righted. I am no longer in the dark regarding "Mr. Popper's Penguins". If you'd like to introduce your kids (or, heaven forfend, yourself) to a fantastic piece of penguin rookery, grab yourself a copy of this l'il number. It's bound to make you a fan.
Mr. Popper is a house painter, and mostly a good one. True, he does sometimes fall into fits of fancy, dreaming about the Arctic explorers and the ice floes to the North and South. His wife and children don't necessarily understand his dreams, but that doesn't sway Mr. Popper. One day, out of the blue, he receives word that one of the great explorers he wrote, Admiral Drake, read his letter and is sending him a present. As any child who remembers the title of the book might guess, a penguin comes hopping out of a newly delivered crate the next day. Mr. Popper is charmed by the little guest, and names him Captain Cook. Cook is a curious beasty, and the Poppers do everything from outfitting their refrigerator to taking Captain Cook for walks. When the penguin falls into a deep depression it is only the delivery of a second penguin from the zoo, Gerta, that cheers him up. Soon the penguin pair lay some eggs and the Popper household is privy to ten more lovely jumpy penguins. With money hard to come by it takes a clever Mr. Popper to come up with a way to make his penguins not only profitable, but stars.
First of all, make certain that if you are reading a version of this story that you have grabbed one that has Robert Lawson's beautiful illustrations. The same illustrator that's responsible for the lovable picture book, "Ferdinand the Bull" has switched his focus from beef to fowl. These penguins are remarkably well drawn, from their inquisitive little eys to their ugly webbed feet. If you've never seen a Lawson illustration, here would be a good place to start. The writing of Richard and Florence Atwater is extremely readable for anyone of any age. The phrase, "they just don't make `em like that anymore" is unfair, but also kind of true. There's something to the simplicity of this book that you just can't find anywhere else. It is, all in all, just fantastic. And with Lawson's adept renderings of all the characters and situations, you are left in no doubt that this is one of the best books of this or any other age.
So a great wrong has been righted. I am no longer in the dark regarding "Mr. Popper's Penguins". If you'd like to introduce your kids (or, heaven forfend, yourself) to a fantastic piece of penguin rookery, grab yourself a copy of this l'il number. It's bound to make you a fan.
A laugh out loud book, enjoyable for everyone.
A house painter who loves the Arctic is in for the surprise of his life. He receives a penguin from the famous Admiral Drake and his life changes forever. The penguin gets lonely and sick so Mr. Popper must get him another to help his buddy. The the fun starts when the other penguin has the little penguins. This book touched my every emotion. It would make you laugh on one page then scare you on the next. It would keep you on the edge of your seat in supense and ease you with laughter. I was intrigued by the way that one event led into the next. If comedy is what you like along with the drama then Mr. Popper's Penguins would make a great choice for your next book.
Review about Mr. Popper's Penguins
I read this book and thought is was cute, funny, and a great read! The charecters are: Mr. Popper, a man very interested in the arctic, Mrs. Popper who is his wife, thier children Janie and Bill, the 12 penguins, Mr. Greenbuam who owns a theater, and Admiral Drake who is an arctic explorer. Mr. Popper is sent a penguin by Admiral Drake. When the penguin gets sick the aquarium sends Mr. Popper a girl penguin, and, naturally the 2 have babies.The Poppers cannot affford the penguins, so Mr. Popper decides to let them perform on stage. Mr. Greenbaum lets them use his stage, and the family gets richer and richer. At the end Admiral Drake comes and asks Mr. Popper if he would like to take the performing penguins and himself to the South Pole for 2 years. Mr. Popper says yes. I hope you read this book because it is wonderful.
A second grader says I could not put this book down
Mr. Popper's Penguins was written by Richard and Florence Atwater in 1938. This book is so popular it has become a classic of American humor.
Mr. Poper is a gentle, untidy, and sometimes absent-minded house painter. He and his wife and their two children, Jamie and Bill, live in a simple home in Stillwater. His favorite pastime is to dream about going to the Poles. One day, Mr. Popper receives a surprise in the mail from Admiral Drake, the famous Antarctic explorer. Inside the box there was an Antarctic penguin. Mr. Popper was so thrilled to have a penguin as a pet. From that point, the Popper family's life is completely changed.
Mr. Popper named the penguin Captain Cook. Captain Coook caused a series off confusing, scary, and exciting events in the town of Stillwater, but eventually it was adopted and adored by all the neighbors. The Poppers have to make many changes and sacrifices to care for Captian Cook. However, they enjoy the fun, the adventure, and the happiness with the penguin. Subsequently, the Poppers inherit a female penguin named Greta from an aquarium in Mammath City. Together Captain Cook and Greta have ten more peguin chicks.
Mr. and Mrs. Popper came up with a spendid idea. They wanted to train the talented penguins to perform on stage. The performance was a success and became famous across the country. THe Poppers had a chance to travel from east to west during the penguins' ten-week performance and to earn enough money to pay back all the expenses for supporting the penguins. After ten weeks of performance, Mr. Popper is faced with a very important decision for the twelve penguins' future. He can either take the penguins to Hollywoood to make a lot of money or send them to the North Pole to keep the lonely explorers company.
This book is very well written. The stirt is interesting, the characters are heart-warming, the details are funny. The dialogues and the silly pictures in the book are very entertaining. The author does a good job in describing the curious, lively, and funny penguins. I enjoyed reading this book very much and I hope you will like it as well.
Mr. Poper is a gentle, untidy, and sometimes absent-minded house painter. He and his wife and their two children, Jamie and Bill, live in a simple home in Stillwater. His favorite pastime is to dream about going to the Poles. One day, Mr. Popper receives a surprise in the mail from Admiral Drake, the famous Antarctic explorer. Inside the box there was an Antarctic penguin. Mr. Popper was so thrilled to have a penguin as a pet. From that point, the Popper family's life is completely changed.
Mr. Popper named the penguin Captain Cook. Captain Coook caused a series off confusing, scary, and exciting events in the town of Stillwater, but eventually it was adopted and adored by all the neighbors. The Poppers have to make many changes and sacrifices to care for Captian Cook. However, they enjoy the fun, the adventure, and the happiness with the penguin. Subsequently, the Poppers inherit a female penguin named Greta from an aquarium in Mammath City. Together Captain Cook and Greta have ten more peguin chicks.
Mr. and Mrs. Popper came up with a spendid idea. They wanted to train the talented penguins to perform on stage. The performance was a success and became famous across the country. THe Poppers had a chance to travel from east to west during the penguins' ten-week performance and to earn enough money to pay back all the expenses for supporting the penguins. After ten weeks of performance, Mr. Popper is faced with a very important decision for the twelve penguins' future. He can either take the penguins to Hollywoood to make a lot of money or send them to the North Pole to keep the lonely explorers company.
This book is very well written. The stirt is interesting, the characters are heart-warming, the details are funny. The dialogues and the silly pictures in the book are very entertaining. The author does a good job in describing the curious, lively, and funny penguins. I enjoyed reading this book very much and I hope you will like it as well.
My Grade 4 students gobble up this book! I include it in several " thematic literature kits": animal stories, award winners, and humourous stories. Reluctant readers are especially attracted to it, as it isn't difficult to read independently. It really grabs their attention and makes them laugh out loud. Even slow readers work hard to make their way through this novel.
Kids especially love all the penguins, their hilarious antics, and the bizarre trouble they get into.
It's also full of very interesting knowledge. We delve a little into history, getting a glimpse of life in the 1930's. We learn some geography, about exploration of the Arctic and Antarctic. And we certainly learn about penguins!
Written in the 1930's, this book has become a classic that hasn't lost any of its appeal for kids today. I've never seen a kid who didn't love it!
Mr. Popper's Penguins is an easy read for a twelve-year old boy, and I found it enjoyable. It wasn't necessarily suspenseful, but each chapter ended with a problem that needed to be solved. This book would be great to use for a book report. The characters in the story are well developed and can be compared and contrasted. It would also be a great read-aloud for little children because of the silliness in it.
The key to this eternally wonderful book is that dreams do come true even to ordinary people . Mr. Popper is one of us and his desire to experience adventure is rewarded by a gift, the penguins of the North Pole he so years for. Following their arrival, the situation gets extremely silly and complicated. The family must adjust to penguin life. But, through it all, the family does adjust and experience a joy that seldom occurs to ordinary man in his routine life. The book is funny and endearing. Whether you read it aloud to your family or hand it to a child to read, it will be treasured for years to come. Now, could somone go out there and out it in pop up form for the younger crowd? (I'll buy one!)
I loved this book when my second grade teacher read it to us over 43 years ago. My second graders love it today. There are so many extras to learn with the actual story - what life was like before television, when people traveled by train, when people went to see newsreels, when people saw trained animal acts at the theater... And they love all the funny things that happen to poor Mr. Popper and his family. They learned about Antarctica and the explorers like Admiral Drake and Captain Cook. They wrote about how they thought the story would end. Then they wrote letters back home but I don't want to give any more away. You'll fall for these lovable penguins and their family too!
The book Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater is about a family going from poor to rich. I recommend this book to anyone who needs a laugh. The Popper family lived in Stillwater. In the book, the Penguin Mr. Popper receives is a very funny Penguin, and $5,000 a week is good.
In Mr. Popper's Penguins Mr. Popper is poor. Admiral Drake, an explorer, sends Mr. Popper a Penguin as a present. Then Captain Cook (the penguin) becomes ill, Greta comes and then 10 more! Mr. and Mrs. Popper train them. After a while the Penguins are ready to perform in any theater in the country.
Mr. Popper and his family own the Penguins. Mrs. Popper is the wife of Mr. Popper. Bill Popper is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Popper. Janie Popper is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Popper. Last of all, Admiral Drake the one who sent Captain Cook to Mr. Popper.
Mr. Popper and his family live in Stillwater. When he and his Penguins were famous Mr. Popper traveled all around the country. He traveled to a lot of big cities. One of the cities he went to was Milwaukee. Mr. Popper only had time to act in the big cities.
Overall I recommend this book to people who like Penguins and hard times. When Mr. Popper leaves it is both a happy and sad time. I really liked this book because Penguins are great fun.
In Mr. Popper's Penguins Mr. Popper is poor. Admiral Drake, an explorer, sends Mr. Popper a Penguin as a present. Then Captain Cook (the penguin) becomes ill, Greta comes and then 10 more! Mr. and Mrs. Popper train them. After a while the Penguins are ready to perform in any theater in the country.
Mr. Popper and his family own the Penguins. Mrs. Popper is the wife of Mr. Popper. Bill Popper is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Popper. Janie Popper is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Popper. Last of all, Admiral Drake the one who sent Captain Cook to Mr. Popper.
Mr. Popper and his family live in Stillwater. When he and his Penguins were famous Mr. Popper traveled all around the country. He traveled to a lot of big cities. One of the cities he went to was Milwaukee. Mr. Popper only had time to act in the big cities.
Overall I recommend this book to people who like Penguins and hard times. When Mr. Popper leaves it is both a happy and sad time. I really liked this book because Penguins are great fun.
I'd Recommend This Book to Any Painter or Child
I learned only two major things about Mr. Popper from reading this book. First, he's a painter, and second, he really, really likes the polar regions of the world. Earlier today, when I saw a guy painting a bathroom, I almost felt like asking him if he ever dreams about visiting penguins in Antarctica. I tell you, after reading Mr. Popper's Penguins, I'll never look at painters in the same way ever again. Maybe they're all like that.
The plot's super-simple and the only part that's even remotely complex is when Mr. Popper is thrown in jail. Such things happen...
There's a particular scene in the chapter "More Troubles" where Mr. Popper tries to call and ask about getting a penguin license. He has some problems being understood over the telephone, and I thought the horribly persistent miscommunications were delightfully funny.
I would recommend this book to any kid. It may be a bit simple for adults but there's no denying that it's good, clean fun. It possesses a rare trait in that it's truly appropriate for anyone and it doesn't try to push any agenda. You'd have to be a real stick-in-the-mud to hate or feel threatened by any part of Mr. Popper's Penguins. A perfect kid's book.
The plot's super-simple and the only part that's even remotely complex is when Mr. Popper is thrown in jail. Such things happen...
There's a particular scene in the chapter "More Troubles" where Mr. Popper tries to call and ask about getting a penguin license. He has some problems being understood over the telephone, and I thought the horribly persistent miscommunications were delightfully funny.
I would recommend this book to any kid. It may be a bit simple for adults but there's no denying that it's good, clean fun. It possesses a rare trait in that it's truly appropriate for anyone and it doesn't try to push any agenda. You'd have to be a real stick-in-the-mud to hate or feel threatened by any part of Mr. Popper's Penguins. A perfect kid's book.
"Captain Cook!" This book made me want to read word for word. I wanted to read this book and made me flip pages past my bedtime.Mr.Popper the house painter sends a letter to a radio show. Mr. Popper wins a pet penguin for sending that letter. Mr. popper up for a treat. What will happen to poor Mr. Popper? The author messages is that penguins belong in Antarctica, even though penguins are very smart and are great dancers. It also tells you you may love and charish animals. I loved this book so much I read this book three times. Richard Altwater is a very talented author.
This was one of my first books - my mother read it to me when I was about four, and I immediately got hooked on penguins for life (check out my nickname...) I now have several hundred (none alive, unfortunately) in my house, and it all started with Mr. Popper. I recall being as amused by his haplessness as I was by the plot itself, but I also enjoyed his gentleness and willingness to let absurd things happen in his life. He personified "go with the floe" (pun intended) and I wished I could have lived in his house.
This book has it all - plot, character, wit - and I've made sure that all the children - of all ages - of my aquaintance have a copy. Yours should too!
I bought this to go along with my son's homeschooling language arts curriculum. I don't know how I made it through childhood without reading this book, but I'm glad I got to enjoy it with my child as an adult. GREAT story that I'm reading to the little brother now. In this age of electronic everything, it's heartwarming to see two busy boys truly enjoy a classic like this!
Our first successful read-aloud
I had tried many different books from Black Beauty to Little Britches to enrich our homeschool literature time.
No joy. Of course, to be fair, it's worth mentioning that my children are still all 6 and younger (all five of them!)
When we did a thematic unit study on penguins, I came across this book in our local homeschool store, and it was a HIT! They all begged me to read "just one more chapter" every night. We went and saw the penguins in another town as a family vacation as a culmination to our study, and the main thing discussed was the book and Mr. Popper, and which penguin looked like Greta and Captain Cook from the book.
My boys still dress in all black some days, so they can be penguins. So, to keep the attention of a 6 year old, 4 year old, and 3 year old (and sometimes the 19 month old) it truly IS a classic! I look forward to reading it again to them soon! We ALL enjoyed Mr. Popper.
Sra. Gose
Author of Flip Flop Spanish: Ages 3-5: Level 1 & Spanish Fun Activity Calendar
No joy. Of course, to be fair, it's worth mentioning that my children are still all 6 and younger (all five of them!)
When we did a thematic unit study on penguins, I came across this book in our local homeschool store, and it was a HIT! They all begged me to read "just one more chapter" every night. We went and saw the penguins in another town as a family vacation as a culmination to our study, and the main thing discussed was the book and Mr. Popper, and which penguin looked like Greta and Captain Cook from the book.
My boys still dress in all black some days, so they can be penguins. So, to keep the attention of a 6 year old, 4 year old, and 3 year old (and sometimes the 19 month old) it truly IS a classic! I look forward to reading it again to them soon! We ALL enjoyed Mr. Popper.
Sra. Gose
Author of Flip Flop Spanish: Ages 3-5: Level 1 & Spanish Fun Activity Calendar
My son (8) got this book for Christmas and he loved it. He read it several times and even took it to school for his teacher to share it with the class. She really liked it and decided to share the whole book!!!
I read it a few times as well to both of my sons and had a great time as well. Buy it!!!
I read it a few times as well to both of my sons and had a great time as well. Buy it!!!
This book is called Mr. Popper's Penguins and it is written by Richard and Florence Atwater. This is a funny fiction story about Antarctic Penguins. In the story, Admiral Drake sends Mr. Popper a penguin and calls the first one Captain Cook. Another penguin comes after him. It is a girl penguin named Greta. They make you laugh out of your skin because they are silly penguins! You should read this book because the penguins do funny things like walk up the stairs at Mr. Popper's house and smack their heads. They also play fight with each other and Captain Cook poked a woman! You should buy this book today!
Mr. Popper's penguins By: T. M.
I really liked this story. I think some of the strengths are all of the penguins and how curious they are. It also tells some penguin facts. I think the story was very engaging. It kept me interested through the whole story because it was funny. I think this is a book for all ages. Anyone who likes penguins. I really hope you decide to read this book. By: Tiff Meidl
I'm about to tell you how good I think this book is and I hope like it too! The book is called Mr.Popper's Penguins.
The author is Richard and Floence Atwater and illustrator is Robert Lawson. I give the book an absloutely ten. The reason is it Funny,sad, and happy.One funny part is when the peguin named Captain Cook attacked the assistance man. One said part is when Captain Cook was sick. One happy part is when Mr. Popper got gretta to help Captain Cook.
This story was engaging like when they had there performances yo felt like you were there too. I like the book really well.
In closing, I hope you give this book a chance and i bet you will like it may be as well as i do.
Logan Daker
The author is Richard and Floence Atwater and illustrator is Robert Lawson. I give the book an absloutely ten. The reason is it Funny,sad, and happy.One funny part is when the peguin named Captain Cook attacked the assistance man. One said part is when Captain Cook was sick. One happy part is when Mr. Popper got gretta to help Captain Cook.
This story was engaging like when they had there performances yo felt like you were there too. I like the book really well.
In closing, I hope you give this book a chance and i bet you will like it may be as well as i do.
Logan Daker
Mr. Poppers Penguins
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By Richard and Florence Atwater
If you like funny stories about penguins, then pick this one. Mr. Poppers Penguins can make you believe that penguins can live in your freezer!
Mr. Popper is a man who paints houses in the summer, but this winter his family doesn't have enough money. So Mrs. Popper has to work all winter. The family gets a package and it is a penguin! Then that penguin gives birth to at least five penguins. The penguins get taught to dance. And you will have to read the book to find out about the adventures the Poppers go on!
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By Richard and Florence Atwater
If you like funny stories about penguins, then pick this one. Mr. Poppers Penguins can make you believe that penguins can live in your freezer!
Mr. Popper is a man who paints houses in the summer, but this winter his family doesn't have enough money. So Mrs. Popper has to work all winter. The family gets a package and it is a penguin! Then that penguin gives birth to at least five penguins. The penguins get taught to dance. And you will have to read the book to find out about the adventures the Poppers go on!
I bought this book in a garage sale. I am always on the hunt for books for my sons to read when they're older ~~ and to confess here, I also like reading those kinds of books too. There is nothing like reading a children's classic to remind you of your youth. This book is no different ~~ and it's wonderfully funny and delightful reading!
Mr. Popper is a dreamer. He is a house painter who works from spring to fall. He longs for exotic adventures and reads every chance he can on the North and South Poles and the adventurers who travel there. When Admiral Drake sent him a penguin as a surprise ~~ Mr. Popper's life changed. Along with Mrs. Popper, Janie and Bill, their children, Mr. Popper sets out on an adventure that started with Captain Cook, the penguin, Greta, his mate and their ten children. They traveled across the country as an act ~~ and learned many things along the way.
It is absolutely delightful and riotous book! I don't think I am going to wait till my boys are older to read this to them ~~ one of them already loves penguins and he was admiring Lawson's illustrations while I was reading this (my kid was supposed to be taking a nap!) ~~ and I'll do anything to foster their love of reading!
Great book for parents and children alike. No one is too old or too young to read this ~~ so read it and get ready for a magical adventure!
5-6-06
Mr. Popper is a dreamer. He is a house painter who works from spring to fall. He longs for exotic adventures and reads every chance he can on the North and South Poles and the adventurers who travel there. When Admiral Drake sent him a penguin as a surprise ~~ Mr. Popper's life changed. Along with Mrs. Popper, Janie and Bill, their children, Mr. Popper sets out on an adventure that started with Captain Cook, the penguin, Greta, his mate and their ten children. They traveled across the country as an act ~~ and learned many things along the way.
It is absolutely delightful and riotous book! I don't think I am going to wait till my boys are older to read this to them ~~ one of them already loves penguins and he was admiring Lawson's illustrations while I was reading this (my kid was supposed to be taking a nap!) ~~ and I'll do anything to foster their love of reading!
Great book for parents and children alike. No one is too old or too young to read this ~~ so read it and get ready for a magical adventure!
5-6-06
Children of all ages will enjoy this fabulous tale of Mr. Popper and his penguins. Since the movie "The March of the Penguins" came out, interest in penguins has been growing by leaps and bounds among children, why not buy them this lovely little book as a companion to that movie as a Christmas gift? Your whole family will enjoy reading it aloud, and your kids will look forward to bedtime when they get to read another chapter. What fun!
I will tell you about of the book I read. The characters are Admiral Drake, Mr.Greenbaum, Mr.Popper, Mrs.Popper, Bill, Janie, and Twelve penguins.
There are alot of events in the book. I won't tell them all,but I will tell you some Mr.Popper used to be a painter and decorator,a penguin came to Mr.Popper from Antarctica,and Mr. Popper went to jail because of the trouble the penguins caused.
The reason it is important is because how it was written and the details that were given. This reminds me of a movie I saw a long time ago.
I made a connection to a choice I had to make about my rabbit named Speedy. When Mr.Popper had to make a choice for his twelve penguins he could not make his choice intill he had to.
I think you should read this book because it is a very enjoyable book to read.
There are alot of events in the book. I won't tell them all,but I will tell you some Mr.Popper used to be a painter and decorator,a penguin came to Mr.Popper from Antarctica,and Mr. Popper went to jail because of the trouble the penguins caused.
The reason it is important is because how it was written and the details that were given. This reminds me of a movie I saw a long time ago.
I made a connection to a choice I had to make about my rabbit named Speedy. When Mr.Popper had to make a choice for his twelve penguins he could not make his choice intill he had to.
I think you should read this book because it is a very enjoyable book to read.
Did you ever hear the names Richard and Florence Atwater? They're the people who wrote Mr. Popper's Penguins. I had to read the book. We had to do a poster on it. You should read the book, too.
The characters in Mr. Popper's Penguins are Mr.Popper, Mrs. Popper, Captin Cook, Bill, Janie, and the penguins. Bill and Janie are Mr. and Mrs. Popper's children. Mrs. Popper wore a hat. Mr. Popper had a long moustache. My favorite cheracter is Captin Cook because I like the name. Caption Cook is a penguin.
There are three important events I want to tell you about. One, was when Mr. Popper gets his first penguin. My favorite animal is a lion. Imagine getting one of those in the mail! Two, training a penguin. It's hard to train a penguin because they are wild animals. Three, Mr. Popper goes to jail because of the penguins.
If you want to know more about the book, go to you nearest library.
The characters in Mr. Popper's Penguins are Mr.Popper, Mrs. Popper, Captin Cook, Bill, Janie, and the penguins. Bill and Janie are Mr. and Mrs. Popper's children. Mrs. Popper wore a hat. Mr. Popper had a long moustache. My favorite cheracter is Captin Cook because I like the name. Caption Cook is a penguin.
There are three important events I want to tell you about. One, was when Mr. Popper gets his first penguin. My favorite animal is a lion. Imagine getting one of those in the mail! Two, training a penguin. It's hard to train a penguin because they are wild animals. Three, Mr. Popper goes to jail because of the penguins.
If you want to know more about the book, go to you nearest library.
from a 7 year old girl in Moraga, CA
Mr.Popper's Penguins is a very good book... It made me actually want a penguin as a pet!!! I couldn't stop reading it... and penguins are actually as funny as they are in the book!
My 3 year old twins w/ toy penguins in tow adore this book!
I have read this book aloud to my twins over the last 4 days, it was a very quick read and they really enjoyed the trials and tribulations of the penguins.
Richard Atwater describes a wholesome tale of a man who dreams of a life of travel he's never been able to afford. A painter by trade, Mr. Popper earned a modest income and when the winter would come, he and Mrs. Popper would have to budget their money to last through the winter providing for their two children Janie and Bill.
When Mr. Popper's letter is received by an esteemed Admiral in the Antarctic, the Admiral promises a surprise is on it's way, soon a penguin arrives.
Mr. Popper seems to come alive as the antics of owning a penguin are described in great detail bringing you ringside to all the action.
As the penguin meets another penguin and give birth to 10 other penguins, Mr. Popper decides they should be "Poppers Performing Penguins" and they are an instant hit for Oregon to Maine, allowing Mr. Popper the life of travel he always dreamed of.
Truly an inspiring and uplifting tale.
Richard Atwater describes a wholesome tale of a man who dreams of a life of travel he's never been able to afford. A painter by trade, Mr. Popper earned a modest income and when the winter would come, he and Mrs. Popper would have to budget their money to last through the winter providing for their two children Janie and Bill.
When Mr. Popper's letter is received by an esteemed Admiral in the Antarctic, the Admiral promises a surprise is on it's way, soon a penguin arrives.
Mr. Popper seems to come alive as the antics of owning a penguin are described in great detail bringing you ringside to all the action.
As the penguin meets another penguin and give birth to 10 other penguins, Mr. Popper decides they should be "Poppers Performing Penguins" and they are an instant hit for Oregon to Maine, allowing Mr. Popper the life of travel he always dreamed of.
Truly an inspiring and uplifting tale.
Great For Teachers To Use For A Thematic Unit!
My daughter recently brought this book home, and after reading only one page, I went and bought my own copy! I had to have this for my classroom!
I teach children with mild to moderate specific learning disabilities who need to regularly experience success in reading if they are ever going to become lifelong readers. What better way to foster desired literacy behaviors than using this delightful tale of an absentminded housepainter, his tidy, yet serious wife, their two children, and 12 performing penguins!
After reading this book, I thought that it would be ideal to use as the focus of a thematic unit on penguins. Believe it or not, there are many themes in the book that lend themselves to serious classroom discussion. For example, Mr. Popper daydreams of far-away places. There is the theme of daydreaming, why people daydream, as well as the theme of travel. Students could be asked to journal about their daydreams, as well as their hopes and dreams of visiting faraway places, which leads into a study of the geography and culture of other people.
In my 6th grade language arts class, I plan on focusing on the 17 different types of penguins there are, where they are found, some of their habits, as well as studying about polar exploration. Thanks to this timeless tale, I have a wealth information to use for exploration with my own class.
Mr. Popper's Penguins is a wonderful example of how a well written trade book can be used across the curriculum, to foster lifelong literacy habits, and broaden a child's horizon.
"Mr Popper's Penguins" by Richard and Florence Atwater
The Poppers live in the small town of Stillwater. Mr. Popper is a housepainter, but wishes he could have been a scienteist. He dreams of traveling around the world. He is most interested in the polar regions and reads as much as possible about great Polar expeditions. He receives a very unusual gift after writing a letter to Admiral Drake, an explorer at the South Pole. Everyone is astonished when the penguin, Captain Cook, arrives, but soon the family makes their new pet feel right at home. In a few weeks, the Poppers take in a second penguin from the zoo. The children and penguins enjoy teaching each other games and everything seems to be going well. However, Captain Cook and Greta soon have a family of their own and the fun really begins! Finances are getting low in the Popper household, so Mr. and Mrs. Popper decide to train the penguins to perform and take the act on the road! The audiences love the performance, but some of the other performers do not. Going to the wrong theater leads Mr. Popper and the penguins in jail. When Admiral Drake comes to the rescue, Mr. Popper is faced with a dilemma. He must decided whether to let Admiral Drake carry the penguins to the North Poleto start a race of penguins there, or to put them in movies in Hollywood. Wanting the best for the penguins, Mr. Popper decides to send them with Admiral Drake. To his surprise, he gets to go back on the great North Pole Expedition too!
This is a great book! It was first printed in the late 1930s, but students will still enjoy the lively antics of the penguins today. Middle elementary grade teachers can certainly promote studies in social studies, geography, science, math, art, and language arts using this book to introduce a number of activities. A study of penghins, learning ways people and animals adapt, letter writing, geographic regions, and map studying are just a few areas to incorpate "Mr. Popper's Penguins."
This is a great book! It was first printed in the late 1930s, but students will still enjoy the lively antics of the penguins today. Middle elementary grade teachers can certainly promote studies in social studies, geography, science, math, art, and language arts using this book to introduce a number of activities. A study of penghins, learning ways people and animals adapt, letter writing, geographic regions, and map studying are just a few areas to incorpate "Mr. Popper's Penguins."
A great book that desevers to be read by you great people
this book is sooo great i read it in school and i would sugest it for people of all ages. its funny and very clever.
My book was about a man who was named Mr. Popper. He was a house painter. He had two children named Janie and Bill. He and his family lived at 432 Proudfoot Avenue. He likes to read books about the Arctic, Antarctica, North Pole, and South Pole. Whenever there was a book in the library about these areas he was the first one to borrow the books.
He has always wanted to travel to the arctics. He loved to read about the messages of Admiral Drake that were in the library books. Then, one day the postman came and rang the bell. Finally, some one came and the post man asked," Do the Popper's live here?" They answered yes. You have a package. The package was from Antarctica. It had a penguin in it. Mr. Popper named the penguin Captain Cook.
Then one day, Captain Cook got sick. He got sick because he needed a friend. He was homesick for all his brothers and sisters. Mr. Popper called Antarctica and asked for them to send them another penguin.
One day, another penguin arrived. The Poppers named the penguin Greta. The Poppers wrote the penguins names on the their backs because the penguins looked alike. The Poppers painted the names of the penguins with white paint. The Poppers could tell them apart. Finally, Captain Cook was happy again.
I would tell people about this book if they liked animals, if they have pets, and if they enjoy being cold and in the snow. People who like to read things that are funny and people who have a big imagination would like this book. The fourth, fifth, and sixth graders would love it. I think the girls would like it the most.
My favorite part was when Captain Cook got happy because he had a friend. Then, he felt good again and his family did too. They all became happy when Greta came. That was my favorite part.
A classic tale for kids who love penguins
This is a book I read as a child back in the early 1950s and enjoyed. When my grand daughter developed a liking for penguins from recent Disney movies (animated), I thought she might just enjoy this book as much as I had. She loves to read, and she was delighted to receive it on her birthday recently. Worth considering for any child in grades 2-4.
This book is about a family by the name of Popper. Mr. Popper loves the antarctic and penguins. Mr. Popper receives penguins in the mail from Admiral Drake and raises them. Money gets tight. Mr. Popper then realizes they would make a fantastic show!
This book is so funny you'll laugh like never before. You might even want to raise penguins yourself! Once you read a page, you'll have your nose in the book from beginning to end. Mr. Popper's Penguins is sure to please!
This book is so funny you'll laugh like never before. You might even want to raise penguins yourself! Once you read a page, you'll have your nose in the book from beginning to end. Mr. Popper's Penguins is sure to please!
Delightful, funny children's book!
Both of my boy's enjoyed this book so much I bought it for my niece and nephew. My older son particularly likes the phone conversation Mr. Popper has with his local bureaucrats trying to find out whether or not he needs a license for his penguins. It's hysterical! This is good 1930's innocent humor which is so refreshing in this day and age.
I have read this book five times now with 3rd graders. For some reason, I always dread rereading it. But then, during the story, I get back into it. Some stories are like that I guess. Some are Re-readers and some are not.
A few things I somehow forget between readings I would like to write here and hopefully remember for next time:
1. Mr and Mrs. Popper live in Stillwater! They also visit Minneapolis. A study of major cities and states would not be entirely out of place paired with this book. The penguins visit Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee and New York. I asked the students what states these cities were in as we read, and I did not get a lot of correct guesses.
2. The book is filled with fabulous alliteration! Making note of this early on gets the kids looking for it as we read and cements the concept for them. Popper's Performing Penguins
3. This time through, I paused when the penguins made noises: "gook!" and "ork!" were some of the more common ones. On cue, the students would make the sounds. It really kept them on track following along, and they seemed to really enjoy attempting the sounds in various intonations. (How does a penguin ask a question said as "ork?" versus making an exclamation of "ork!")
4. A few years ago, I attempted to read the entire book as though it were "Mr. W's Penguins." Each time it read the word Popper, I substituted my last name. Well, I ended up forgetting fairly regularly, and the kids were more concerned with reminding me than with comprehending the story. I guess they were paying attention at least.
A great book for book club; not a lot of deep, high level themes to pore over. A good 3rd grade starter book, perhaps.
A few things I somehow forget between readings I would like to write here and hopefully remember for next time:
1. Mr and Mrs. Popper live in Stillwater! They also visit Minneapolis. A study of major cities and states would not be entirely out of place paired with this book. The penguins visit Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee and New York. I asked the students what states these cities were in as we read, and I did not get a lot of correct guesses.
2. The book is filled with fabulous alliteration! Making note of this early on gets the kids looking for it as we read and cements the concept for them. Popper's Performing Penguins
3. This time through, I paused when the penguins made noises: "gook!" and "ork!" were some of the more common ones. On cue, the students would make the sounds. It really kept them on track following along, and they seemed to really enjoy attempting the sounds in various intonations. (How does a penguin ask a question said as "ork?" versus making an exclamation of "ork!")
4. A few years ago, I attempted to read the entire book as though it were "Mr. W's Penguins." Each time it read the word Popper, I substituted my last name. Well, I ended up forgetting fairly regularly, and the kids were more concerned with reminding me than with comprehending the story. I guess they were paying attention at least.
A great book for book club; not a lot of deep, high level themes to pore over. A good 3rd grade starter book, perhaps.
Get this book! It is one of the greatest books I have read! It's a great story about a man(Mr.Popper) who's likes the Atlantic and gets a little surprise. It's a package from admiral Drake. Read the book and see what happens.
This book is brilliant because it is funny and clever. A laugh out loud experience with great illustrations. You'll wish there was a sequel.
-Eamon
-Eamon
Our teacher read this book to us in 3rd grade. In 7th grade I played Janie in a school play. Bought the book to take me back in time. I'm almost 55 now. Great to learn that the author lived in Chicago. We'd moved to that area from Colorado when I was in 3rd grade.
Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater
My daughter had asked for this book and has read it more then once so it must be good.
Grand Uncle's opinion good reading development
I read this book to my daughters a bunch! I noticed one daughter reading it to herself later. She is currently at Carnegie Mellon and doing well. The other daughter reads a lot and is in college and doing excellently gradewise. So my grandnieces and nephew are getting the same reading "enhancer"... Hopefully it will have the same effect!
Belongs in everyone's library YOUNG and OLD
I have to say this is the all time best children's book ever, full of love and humor. I remember reading this myself and have recently bought two copies of this book, one so i can read to my self and children the other as a keepsake. I also have suggested this book to may other avid readers, young and old.
This is a must book for any reader and belongs on everyone shelf.
This is a must book for any reader and belongs on everyone shelf.
Mr. Poppers Performing Penguins!
"What these penguins like to do the most," said Mr. Popper, "is to drill like an army." A terrific part of this book is when the penguins first learn to perform. This book was tops because it becomes a very enjoyable experience to read. I recommend this book because it can make you laugh out loud, and is well suited for people of all ages. The penguins get into hilarious scenarios where they do something bad and messes everything up. This book was surely a page-turner. It was very entertaining with its style of humor, and the whole idea of penguins. The plot may seem out of whack sometimes, but the penguins living conditions are explained. At first the two penguins have to live in a refrigerator, but once there is ten of them a freezing system is installed in the basement for the penguins. Anybody can enjoy reading this book. It never seems to get boring, and it always keeps you on the edge.
Cute and Quirky Book for Children
I'm fifteen (B. Rothermel's daughter), and recently checked out from the library a bunch of old, lighthearted books just for the heck of it. I had never read Mr. Popper's Penguins, but I found it to be really cute and funny, but definitely a bit outlandish and slightly dated. It is very short, but just the right length for kids ages 8-10, and I also think it would be a good read-aloud for younger children.
I liked the story because it made me feel like being outside in the cold playing and making snowmen. Mr. Popper had snow all over his house because of the penguins. The penguins enjoyed snow as much as I do. Everyone should love reading this book. Your love for winter will be read about in this book.
If you like penguins or fiction books you will love this book. Mr.Popper's Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater takes place in a pleasant little city, called Stillwater. Mr. and Mrs.Popper, Janie, Bill, and the penguins are the main characters in this wonderful book. I hope you enjoy this exciting book!
In the beginning of the story,the Popper family find a penguin,in a box,that was shipped from Antarctica to Mr.Popper. (Admiral Drake, an artic explorer, sent it Mr. Popper because Mr. Popper wrote a letter saying how he wanted to see a real penguin). Next, an aquarium gave Mr. Popper another penguin, Greta. Greta and Captain Cook layed eggs. The eggs hatched and Mr. Popper put a big block of ice in the basement for the penguins to live there. The Popper family trained the penguins to do tricks and they all started performing in theaters. I love Mr. Popper's Penguins!
The theme of this wonderful story is to keep your dreams alive. This reminds me of when I go to the circus and everyone perfoms amazing acts. You should read this book because it is very exciting!
Lupus in Annapolis
In the beginning of the story,the Popper family find a penguin,in a box,that was shipped from Antarctica to Mr.Popper. (Admiral Drake, an artic explorer, sent it Mr. Popper because Mr. Popper wrote a letter saying how he wanted to see a real penguin). Next, an aquarium gave Mr. Popper another penguin, Greta. Greta and Captain Cook layed eggs. The eggs hatched and Mr. Popper put a big block of ice in the basement for the penguins to live there. The Popper family trained the penguins to do tricks and they all started performing in theaters. I love Mr. Popper's Penguins!
The theme of this wonderful story is to keep your dreams alive. This reminds me of when I go to the circus and everyone perfoms amazing acts. You should read this book because it is very exciting!
Lupus in Annapolis
For a book that has been around for so long, this is a classic that will never lose its humor. I read this to my fourth grade class every year, and they love it! Keep this one in your home libraries - a great read aloud at bedtime for younger children, or an excellent winter book to read with a cup of hot chocolate for older kids. Enjoy!
I remember my mom reading this book to my sister and I when I was a child. I recently read it to my class of pre-K kids. We finished the book about three weeks ago, and they are STILL talking about it! They are asking to read it again!!! At first I wasn't sure if this book would hold the attention of a group of 4-5 year olds, but they just LOVED the penguin antics. They draw pictures of penguins during free art, and talk about the story during dramatic play time. I am so glad I chose this as a pre-nap time reading selection for them. We may have to read it again in a couple of months.
Mr. poppers Penguins is a very funny book. If you read it you would be laughing hard. When I read it every time I turned a page it kept on getting better and better. It starts out with Mr. Popper reading a newspaper and then in the middle of the book Mr. Popper gets a penguin and the penguin says gook all the time and they thought it was cook so they named him captin cook and at the end Mr. Popper gets to go to the north pole but not the south pole. His real dream was to go to the south pole but didn't. If you asked me What ages should read this book it would be all ages.
I rated this book 4 stars was because it wasn't the totally best but was very close to being the best.
I rated this book 4 stars was because it wasn't the totally best but was very close to being the best.
MR.POPPERS PENGUINS a phenomenal book hilarious written by Richard and Florence Atwater. This book is great. It is about a man called Mr. Popper, a house painter who loves the artic. He also wants a penguin as a pet. This great realistic fiction book. I loved it because it's humorous because of the penguins in showbiz. I recommend it for all ages.
This is a book that I remember being one of my favorites as a child. Now, I've read it to my own children - ages 7 and 9 - and they love it! In fact, they refused to let me stop reading and made me do it all in one sitting. The illustrations are wonderful. This book allows children to see what can happen if you keep believing in your dreams. I recommend this book 100%
I think this book is great. It is about a family and 12 penguins and how they help Mr. Popper, a family member, become famous. It was so interesting that it made me want to read more.
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I teach children with mild to moderate specific learning disabilities who need to regularly experience success in reading if they are ever going to become lifelong readers. What better way to foster desired literacy behaviors than using this delightful tale of an absentminded housepainter, his tidy, yet serious wife, their two children, and 12 performing penguins!
After reading this book, I thought that it would be ideal to use as the focus of a thematic unit on penguins. Believe it or not, there are many themes in the book that lend themselves to serious classroom discussion. For example, Mr. Popper daydreams of far-away places. There is the theme of daydreaming, why people daydream, as well as the theme of travel. Students could be asked to journal about their daydreams, as well as their hopes and dreams of visiting faraway places, which leads into a study of the geography and culture of other people.
In my 6th grade language arts class, I plan on focusing on the 17 different types of penguins there are, where they are found, some of their habits, as well as studying about polar exploration. Thanks to this timeless tale, I have a wealth information to use for exploration with my own class.
Mr. Popper's Penguins is a wonderful example of how a well written trade book can be used across the curriculum, to foster lifelong literacy habits, and broaden a child's horizon.