Little Toot: The Classic Abridged Edition

This is a really cute, classic story. It's a real bummer that the other boats make fun of Little Toot and call him a "sissy". I don't want my 2-year old repeating this. We bought the audio book, so I won't play it for him at all. If it was the book I could just skip over it, but not so on audible.

A baby shower invitation asked for books in lieu of cards. Since Little Toot was one of my son's favorite books, I wanted to find a vintage copy, which I did. The book is similar to the Little Engine That Could in that it lets the reader know that even "little" ones can do wonderful things.

I bought this for a granddaughter who loves books. I bought this for her when I saw it was just like the original 1939 book with the same text and pictures. I had this book back in the 50's and loved it. We also had a record which sang the song of Little Toot that I have not been able to find. I would love to find that record. The song started like this.............Little Toot was just a tug, Just a happy harbor tug, And something about he tried but he could never behave.

I had not seen this book for at least 3 decades. When I did see it, I knew I had to have a copy for myself. It was the first book I ever read and it brought back precious memories.The story is about a frivolous young tugboat that would rather play than work. This damages his own and his family's reputation. By the time he is ready to turn over a new leaf, none will take him seriously. He does get his big chance, however, and redeems himself while saving the day when nobody else can.This is the book that kindled my love of reading and stoked the fires of my fascination with ships. In that respect, it is still an influence in my life today.For young readers, it is a good story in terms of entertainment and life lesson. The artwork helps as well. Great for kids!

Brand new! My mother read this to me and my brothers. We loved it! Very innocent little book!

A little advanced for my preschooler. But well written and illustrated.

I am 69 years old and I remember my mother reading Little Toot books to me and my brother and sister when we were little kids. I actually bought it to send to my sister for a nostalgia memory reminder. However, looking at the book I liked it because it has decent graphics plus plenty of story. Not like some children's books that barely write anything. Now I think I might save it to read to my grandkids.

Found on the MENSA reading list.

Fab book, my little boy love it, hard cover and pages, lovely pictures and this amazing old story:)Recommended 100%. Your child will love it!!!

Wonderful book about an adorable tug boat, gives a lot of enjoyment to lovers of books & the little kids like it too:)

Great story from my childhood and nice to share with my kids, highly recommended.