*thank you to Netgalley, Hunt Haven Press/Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) and Angela Elwell Hunt for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*


4 stars.

Ohh man, I can not scream YES! loud enough for how much I LOVE the statement this book makes.

Kids and big kids, let this book show you that technology is no where near as amazing as reading a book is. I will always defend books over technology.

The chicken in this little story I really felt for. All she wanted was a story read to her by her friend Henry.

This definitely would have been a favourite of little kid me (Ohh who am I kidding, I'm still a kid at heart)

This is such a fun read and I really like how bright and colourful the illustrations are. Very well done.

Highly recommended this to any adult who wants to send their kid a little hint to get off the technology and pick up a book.

This book has such a good message!

I really liked the premise of this book. It was well written and in an easy format to understand.

I really liked the illustrations too. I will definitely be recommending this book.

Many thanks to the author and NetGalley for gifting me this arc in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

My 6 year old and I enjoyed this book.
The illustrations are bright and colorful, and the drawing style appealed to my Kindergartener.
The message: Read more, put away your phone! was great, and easy enough for him to comprehend... alas, this isn't so much an issue yet with my 6 year old. Now, if we find a way to make this story appealing to my pre-teen, we've got a winner!

A story of a boy and his unexpected pet - a chicken! This alone might make kids giggle. This little hen loves when Henry brings a book, but one day he brings a video game instead and she is not happy. This could be a good message to screen loving kids that books are also good and you don't always need a screen or device for entertainment. Cute book and brings lots of laughs.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for a review copy.

A cute and quick book about a chicken who loved it when the boy would come to read books to them and what happened the day he didn't. Easy read, pictures are nice.

Such a cute story. We loved the illustrations and making chicken noises. Seems like a great pick for readers who are starting to get to the age where they might start preferring games or TV to reading.

Rating: 4/5 stars.

“The Chicken Who Loved Books” is a fictional children’s book by Angela Hunt with illustrations by Marija S. The main theme of the story is the importance of books, and how reading them allows the characters to bond with each other. The story is told simply, and similarly to a fable. The illustrations are beautiful and perfectly match the mood and tone of the book.

As a voracious reader and book lover, I definitely can appreciate the message and sentiment behind the story. However, I wish it had shown that a healthier relationship with electronics and video games is also possible. They too have the ability to bring people together, for example be it listening to an audiobook over speakers as a group, or a translator app breaking down communication walls between new friends. Video games and electronics are not the villain and do not have to be a solo endeavor. I strongly believe that with the prominence of smartphones and electronics in today’s world, instead of shying away from them, it is important that we teach our children how to have a healthy relationship with their use. Dismissing electronic use outright and villainizing them will only serve to further isolate children and younger generations from us. Because smartphones and video games are here to stay.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book on NetGalley and have provided an honest review.*

A fun read for children. I’ll definitely share this with my class! All about how books are much more interesting than electronic toys. Yay for the chickens!

I read this book today with my godson, one of which is obsessed with his xbox and always wanting to go on my phone!

When Henry stopped bringing books they all asked why! As they story went on they asked became more aware of Little Red's love of stories and asked if they could all find a book to read to Little Red as well.

They all picked books and we sat down and read them together. I feel this book has such an important message about sharing, even if it is just a story.
It shows that reading can be enjoyed by everyone and not just yourself, it spreads joy.

All three boys loved Little Red and all copied her "book book kaka book" while running around the room. It was loved by all.

The Chicken Who Loved Books is a children's picture book, which shows a young boy who stops reading his books to the chickens as he becomes distracted by his new electronic device.
The illustrations in this book were so adorable, especially the chickens (however, I may be a tad biased as they are my favourite animal) and they aided the storyline. It also uses humour in a captivating way. This book portrays a great message to younger children to try to encourage them to read more and to teach them manners (don't ignore people, try to include people in your fun, rather than being selfish).
I would recommend this to children aged 4+.

This book had good intentions but poor execution. I would have loved this book if it had a better plot, but the message it was trying to convey is excellent!

A short but meaningful story about a hen who loves to read with the little boy who came to visit the chicken coop. One day, the boy didn't bring book but a device to have fun by himself. I would like to think that the author wants us to read more books, so we can read to others too. This is something you can do with friends, while video games sometimes make you close the social door.

An amzing read for children. It's funny, especially with the use of animals. It encourages the young to read more. I recommend for young children, and qould love to read more works by the author.

The little red hen and all the others just HAD to get Henry's attention back to reading to them after he spent all THEIR time playing with a little noisy box!
Illustrated with vivid colors and delightful illustrations, this book will be a favorite for a long time. Maybe get one for the local library, too!
I requested and received a free temporary ebook copy from Hunt Haven Press/Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) via NetGalley. Thank you!

✨Review✨ The Chicken Who Loved Books written by Angela Elwell Hunt, illustrated by Marrieta Gal
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📚Story
One of my favorite things is books in books and this one is about a chicken named Little Red who loves reading stories with Charlie, who visits the coop everyday to read stories with the chickens. That is until he brings a video game instead… Little Red loves reading stories and so this greatly upsets her. But how will she communicate this to Charlie?
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📚Art
I really like the art style of the illustrations. They aren’t anything super wow, but they are very nice. I think that kids would really like the bold but simple color choices.
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📚Age
This book would be great for ages 4 and up. I’m sure 4 year olds would enjoy the story and illustrations. Also, the animal sounds in the book are really fun. It isn’t too long (17 pages) but there are multiple sentences on each page. (So I wouldn’t recommend it to young toddlers.) This could potentially be a good first picture book to read for practice once your child has fully learned how to read.
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📚General Thoughts
This is a great picture book. It is simple but it has a really good message and promotes the idea that books can help build connections between people. It also shows the effects that being on a screen has on the people around you. Since Charlie is playing his video game and not paying attention to the chickens, he is being disrespectful and rude which is clearly shown in the book.
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This title will be released August 2nd.
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I did recieve a e-arc of this book via Netgalley and the publisher. All my opinions are my own.

A cute little story with good illustrations that will hopefully encourage young children to get interested in reading.

A cheery book about chickens and a boy and his technology. It’s a short one but pleasing with lovely illustrations.

I found "The Chicken Who Loved Books" while I was away for a couple weeks and missing time with my 4 year old granddaughter. While away we were able to FaceTime with her several times and I was ready when she asked for a story. More than that, I was happy to read her a story about a chicken who loved books and the time spent with a human friend. I think its important to find ways for us to discourage screen time as often as possible in todays times where children must use technology in many areas of their routines.

The story was a big hit with her and the illustrations are wonderful. I loved the authors use of chicken noises throughout the story and these helped to captivate her attention. My only wish was that it was a tad bit longer.
Many thanks to Hunt Haven Press and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this electronic copy. All opinions expressed are authentically mine.

The Chicken Who Loved Books by Angela ElWell Hunt is a beautiful picture book for children. With an important message about the power of literacy as well as the importance of connection with others, this book is a wonderful read for children in elementary school. My son just loved it. The pictures were fun and engaging and the writing immediately drew you in. We highly recommend it. Great book overall. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

This is such a timely and relevant book. Our modern-day kids spend so much time on computers, with their video games, and glued to tv screens, so much so that the love and importance of the good old fashioned book is being shelved.

A little red hen exposes this truth to a wonderful little boy who brings his books to their coop and sits reading to them every day. The chickens are enthralled by the stories and look forward to his daily appearance and the adventures that shares with them through his reading.

Then one day the boy arrives with a little square box that makes sounds and has actions on it. He gets so absorbed in his video games that he totally ignores the little flock who want so much to be read to. Clever little red chicken discovers a way to relate to her human friend that although video games are fun, it's way more fun to read exciting books together. All her chicken friends unanimously agree.

The illustrations are wonderful, colourful and of full of expression and action. This is a delightful story that reminds the reader that books should not be underestimated or abandoned and that they are always fun when shared with others. I highly recommend this book.