Johnny Crow's Party

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Johnny Crow's Party

by L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie) Brooke

EN·~21 minutes·46 chapters

Chapters

46 total

JOHNNY CROW'S PARTY ANOTHER PICTURE BOOK DRAWN BY L. LESLIE BROOKE

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First Edition, 1907

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JOHNNY CROW'S PARTY

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Johnny Crow Plied Rake and Hoe

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And improved his little Garden.

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And the Eagle

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Looked quite regal

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In Johnny Crow's Garden

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And the Cockatoo Said "Comment vous portez vous?"

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And the Gander

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Description

In Johnny Crow’s garden every creature finds a reason to linger. The crow has tended his plot with a rake and a hoe, and the resulting greenery becomes a playground for an eclectic crowd of birds, beasts, and even a kangaroo eager to paint the roses. From a regal eagle perched on a fence to a chatty cockatoo asking “comment vous portez‑vous?”, the garden buzzes with curious chatter and gentle mischief.

The verses tumble along with a light, rhythmic cadence, letting a snake tangle in a rake and a bear croon a sentimental tune while a giraffe bursts into laughter. Bright, detailed illustrations capture each animal’s personality, turning simple actions—like a seal preparing a big meal or a mole sharing a muffin—into vivid, laugh‑inducing snapshots. The story’s playful language invites listeners to picture the garden’s delightful chaos.

Perfect for a shared listening experience, the book celebrates friendship and imagination, encouraging young ears to join the chorus of praise for Johnny Crow and his ever‑welcoming garden.

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Language

en

Duration

~21 minutes (20K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sjaani and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Release date

2004-01-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie) Brooke

L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie) Brooke

1862–1940

Best known for lively nursery-rhyme books and animal stories, this British writer-artist brought a warm sense of fun to classic children's literature. His drawings for tales like The Three Little Pigs and his own Johnny Crow books helped make him a favorite with generations of young readers.

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