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Vroman's Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91101
Tel: 626-449-5320
Fax: 626-792-7308
695 E. Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91101
Tel: 626-449-5320
Fax: 626-792-7308
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The artist formerly known as "Weird Al" is not one to "write down" to kids: he adapted his talent for writing clever, funny song lyrics, and has written a clever, funny picture book that's reminiscent of Dr. Seuss' style, but with many words and concepts that are aimed at older, more sophisticated readers. Wes Hargis' super-detailed illustrations enhance the text with additional sight gags. Like Al's music and videos, his picture book is for smart kids with a sense of humor.
When I Grow Up is a book that can be grown into, and it's also a perfect gift for grown ups who are "growing into" one of life's next levels (graduation, new baby, retirement). Dr. Seuss' Oh, the Places You'll Go is still a great gift-of-passage, but When I Grow Up is for the generations who have loved and laughed at "Weird Al" Yankovic.
DISCLAIMER: As a huge "Weird Al" fan, I must admit that this was not exactly an unbiased review.
Recommended by Mr. Steve
Kristin Maschka discusses and signs This Is Not How I Thought It Would Be
10/12/2009 7:00 pm
Location:
- Street:
- Vroman's Bookstore
- Additional:
- 695 E. Colorado Blvd
- City:
- Pasadena ,
- Province:
- California
- Postal Code:
- 91101
- Country:
- United States
Maschka, a past President of Mothers & More (a national non-profit organization for mothers), brings to light many complex issues mothers face at work, in their homes, their lives and with their partners - and shows how the hidden assumptions that society, the media, public policy, and women themselves hold about motherhood can sabotage a mother's happiness. This is a wonderful book that helps mothers see themselves and the world around them in a whole new way, helping them remodel motherhood to live the lives they always thought they would. It includes not only Maschka's story, but also anecdotes from mothers all over the country.
