Cover of Possum Come A-Knockin\'

Possum Come A-Knockin'

Author Nancy Van Laan Illustrated by George Booth

Grades Preschool - 2 Ages 3-7

Illus. in full color. "While Granny is a-rockin' and a-knittin' and Ma's a-cookin' and Pa's a-fixin', that old possum in his top hat and vest just keeps on knocking. The narrator, a redheaded boy, tries to tell family members about the possum, and when the family checks, the possum hides. Should be popular with story-hour groups."--Booklist.

Available Formats

Trade Paperback 9780679834687

Awards

Horn Book Fanfare - WINNER 1990

Library of Congress Children's Books of the Year - WINNER 1990

Random House Children's Books Teachers and Librarians