SKIPPYJON JONES AND THE BIG BONES

Both fans who already know this series and first-time listeners will want to have a printed copy of this book available while listening. The illustrations and the changing text fonts enhance the imaginative wordplay that makes it so much fun. In the guise of a brave chihuahua, Skippyjon is actually a Siamese kitten who has adventures in his closet with his fantasy amigos, the Chimichangas. Robert Ramirez gives a spirited delivery of the rhyming chants and silly names in this tale of Skippyjon's obsession with dinosaurs. Ramirez's delivery of Spanish-accented voices, sound effects, and occasional Spanish words sets the tone and builds suspense. Although no book is included, there are both silent and page-turn tracks. R.H.H. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2008]