Chicka Chicka Boom Boom- A Classic Board Book

Synopsis

There is always enough room on your child's bookshelf for this Classic Board Book edition of the rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children's favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
"I'll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree"

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no-Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children-and their parents-can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault's rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert's bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Summary

Chapter 1:

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom begins with the a through z letters of the alphabet climbing up a coconut tree. The narrator wonders what will be the result of the letters climbing up the tree? He then tells readers to stay tuned to find out.

This is a great way to introduce the alphabet to very young readers as well as remind more seasoned readers. It also sets up an exciting and suspenseful tone for the book, leaving readers wondering what will happen next.

Chapter 2:

Chapter two begins as its title suggests: “One, two, buckle my shoe.” The letters of the alphabet continue to climb higher and higher up the tree while the narrator counts up to the number ten.

This chapter helps to reinforce counting and numeracy skills. Additionally, it continues to increase the suspense of the book, as the letters keep moving and the narrator keeps counting.

Chapter 3:

Chapter three continues with the counting, now up to one hundred. The letters of the alphabet keep climbing higher and higher as the narrator counts up.

This is a great way to introduce large numbers to young readers. It also reinforces the rhythm and suspense of the book, as readers keep wanting to turn the page as the numbers increase.

Chapter 4:

Chapter four is when the entire alphabet reach the top of the tree. The narrator notes how excited they are to be reaching their goal, but just then, the wind begins to blow.

This chapter introduces the surprise twist of the story as well as introduces young readers to the concept of cause and effect. It also serves to build excitement for readers as they anticipate what will happen next.

Chapter 5:

Chapter five reveals the result of the wind and the alphabet’s climb - a big, chaotic mess. The letters of the alphabet are scattered all over the ground, and the narrator must help them get back together.

This chapter teaches readers about problem solving skills and working together to accomplish a goal. It also further increases the suspense of the story as readers get ever closer to finding out what will happen in the end.

Chapter 6:

The final chapter of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom wraps up the story nicely. After they are worked together to put the letters back in order, the narrator notes how the alphabet is now safe and sound.

This is a great way to end the story, with the resolution of a happy ending for the alphabet. It also reinforces the themes of working together and problem solving, teaching young readers valuable lessons about cooperation and resilience.