Curious George tekes a Job
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By: Hans Augusto Rey, Newfield Publications, Weekly Reader Corporation
Curious George, the monkey who is always very curious, escapes from the zoo and takes a job as a dishwasher, a window washer, and a painter. Curious as usual, George encounters a series of misadventures and ends up in the hospital! Luckily George's friend, the man with the big yellow hat, saves the day.
AI Overview
Book Overview: "Curious George Takes a Job" by H.A. Rey
Plot Summary: "Curious George Takes a Job" is the second book in the Curious George series by H.A. Rey. The story begins with Curious George escaping from the zoo and making his way to the city. He sneaks into a restaurant, where he is caught eating spaghetti and is forced to wash dishes. The cook, impressed by George's efficiency, recommends him to an elevator man, who gives George a job as a window washer for a tall apartment building.
George's curiosity gets the better of him, and he starts painting a jungle scene on the walls of a room while the painters are away. This leads to chaos and disaster, resulting in George breaking his leg and ending up in the hospital. After recovering, George is taken to a movie studio by the Man in the Yellow Hat, where he becomes a huge star.
Key Themes:
- Curiosity and Adventure: The book highlights George's insatiable curiosity and the adventures that follow from it.
- Problem-Solving: George's attempts to solve problems often lead to more chaos, but he learns from his mistakes.
- Friendship and Rescue: The Man in the Yellow Hat consistently rescues George from his predicaments, showing the enduring bond between them.
Critical Reception:
Kirkus Reviews: Describes the book as "another story about the curious monkey, and his adventures. He steals the keeper's key, makes his escape, and has all sorts of things happen to him in the city. After abandoning a dish washing job he took on skyscraper window cleaning, but what went on behind the windows proved his undoing. He's recaptured- and makes Hollywood. Nonsense with entertaining action text and pictures that tell their own story." The review notes the entertaining action and illustrations but also mentions the nonsensical nature of some events.
Goodreads: The book has a 4.28-star rating based on 13,433 ratings and 145 reviews. Readers praise the entertaining and imaginative storyline, while some criticize the lack of educational value.
Exodus Books: Provides a brief summary of the book, highlighting George's various adventures, including washing dishes, washing windows, painting a jungle scene, breaking his leg, and becoming a movie star.
Overall, "Curious George Takes a Job" is a classic children's book known for its engaging storyline, colorful illustrations, and the mischievous antics of the titular character.