Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato

An Irish Folktale

Tomie dePaola

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Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.
22 January 2009

Traditional stories (Children's&YA)

Jamie O'Rourke is the laziest man in all of Ireland, far too lazy to help his wife on their farm. Then, after a chance encounter with a leprechaun, Jamie finds himself growing the biggest potato in the world. But what will happen when the potato grows too large for Jamie and the villagers to handle?

By: Tomie dePaola
Imprint: Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 205mm, Width: 192mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 193g
ISBN: 9780448450902
ISBN 10: 0448450909
Pages: 14
Publication Date: 22 January 2009
Recommended Age: From 3 to 5 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Board book
Publisher's Status: Active

Tomie dePaola(www.tomie.com) is the acclaimed author and/or illustrator of more than 250 books for children. His books range from autobiographical stories to retellings of folktales and legends to original tales, such as the Strega Nona books. He lives in New London, New Hampshire.

Reviews for Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato: An Irish Folktale

Praise for Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato: This delightful Irish tale is just perfect for St. Patty's day storytelling. --Children's Book Review Service This inspired Irish folktale clearly illustrates that taking the easy way out is sometimes more trouble than it's worth . . . DePaola' s characteristic homespun style and round, childlike faces add plenty of zip to this silly story. -- Publishers Weekly Illustrated in dePaola's signature style, this has an inviting look. Buoyant watercolors are framed by thin orange borders . . . An engaging read-aloud choice for St. Patrick's Day. --Booklist A cheery picture book, with the artist using the lighter, brighter side of his palette . . . Attractive and amusing. --Kirkus Reviews