Horton Hatches the Egg

By: Dr. Seuss

Narrated by: Billy Crystal

The Dr. Seuss classic that first introduced Horton the Elephant!

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Beloved by generations for his kindness and loyalty, Horton the Elephant is one of the most iconic and honorable characters in children's literature—as well as the star of two books and a short story by Dr. Seuss (Horton Hatches the Egg, Horton Hears a Who!, and "Horton and the Kwuggerbug.")

In this book—the comic classic in which Horton utters the line "I meant what I said, and I said what I meant. . . . An elephant's faithful, one hundred per cent!"—we see his integrity rewarded with a surprise ending that will delight readers of all ages. Told with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. It makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays, and is ideal for sparking discussions about kindness, values, and loyalty.©1940, 1968 Dr. Seuss Enterprises; (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Commitment story

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, it's a good story for kids and adults. Mr. Crystal does a good job with the different parts. It took a moment to adjust hearing his voice do this. A nice surprise!

What other book might you compare Horton Hatches the Egg to and why?

Not sure

Have you listened to any of Billy Crystal’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This was my first one

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

I used this book with my kids class at church. Keeping commitments thru thick or thin.
And to have it read by Mr. Crystal made it extra special.

Horton

Enjoyed this book when I was younger, enjoy it now that I'm older. Dr Suess was always teaching us some of life's lessons. Billy Crystal is the narrator and he does a good job at it.

I think the best part is when the egg hatches.

Got Me Through A Rough Patch

Would you consider the audio edition of Horton Hatches the Egg to be better than the print version?

Not necessarily because my father read this to me when I was in the hospital at age 7 with appendicitis.

What other book might you compare Horton Hatches the Egg to and why?

Green Eggs and Ham

Have you listened to any of Billy Crystal’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I haven't listened to any other performance by Billy Crystal.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes I listened to it all at once.

Any additional comments?

I was in the hospital for over a month and my father read this to me every night before he left. I love this book.

Still A Wonderful Book

this is such a good book to read to children. I enjoyed reading books by this author to my 4 yr old class.