Poetry, explanations and delightful artwork, conceived from a child’s point of view, provide meaning to parental idioms and witticisms such as, “I have eyes in the back of my head;” “Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite;” and “Hold your horses.”

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Review

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“Offers an amusing tale about a child’s literal interpretation of the statements his mother commonly makes, such as  ‘money doesn’t grow on trees’ and ‘hold your horses.’” –  Books and More for Growing Minds

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Awards

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2006 Bill Martin Jr. Picture Book Award Nominee

2005-06 Children’s Crown Award Nominee

2004 Children’s Choices – IRA

2003 NAPPA Honor Award (National Parenting Publications)