Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape: Book 1

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The kiss with the frog isn’t in the original — the princess throws the frog against a wall! In other more modern tellings, the transformation is with the famous kiss — perhaps inspired by Sleeping Beauty or similar fairytale tropes. So we took the idea of the kiss, and made the story about the frog. In our tale, there are three princesses, none of them very forthcoming. But kindness wins the day in the guise of a handsome prince — who offers the famous (consensual) kiss. There is something very welcoming about this book, reading it is like being embraced by a familiar old friend. There are new elements to enjoy but overall the experience is largely the same, re-entering the well known world of L. Frank Baum’s classic ‘The Wizard of Oz’. Galuppo, Mia (July 12, 2018). "Animated 'Oz' Movie in the Works From Warner Bros., 'Madagascar' Writer (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Valence Media . Retrieved September 25, 2019.

It's a nice addition to the collection they are amassing together of famous fairy tales retold. I hope this encourages children (and parents/teachers) to also read L. Frank Baum's original series, which is just as readable. When Terry died in 1945, Carl Spitz buried her on his ranch in Studio City, California. However, the construction of the Ventura Freeway in 1958 destroyed her grave. On June 18, 2011, a permanent memorial for her was dedicated at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles. [3] Later film versions [ edit ] It's simply told really, as always by Morpurgo, no literary flourishes, but this, while predictable, makes it an accessible book for listeners and readers alike, the author is never threatening. But what they find might surprise them. And on the way, all of them will learn that what they think they are missing might have been there, all along…Otherwise addition of the brightly colored illustrations allows young readers to get into the book although again without the purist form of the book. The Kansas homestead is shown in color, which is a first for many tellings from Oz. There were one or two illustration details that were off to me such as the Witch of the North being dressed as a Munchkin. Otherwise the illustrator seems to have a bit of Baum since the illustrations weren't consistent such as the Munchkins seemed to be presented as people with real skin complexions while those who live in the Emerald City and the Winkies tend to have the skin tones consisting of the location where they come from (respectively green and yellow). TOTO Publishing aims to continue to contribute to the development of architecture, design、 and life and culture through making books that will enrich the lives of all readers. Toto has been widely recognized as one of the most famous of all dogs in movies and television. For example Time magazine in 2015 includes Toto in "The Most Famous Dogs in Movies and Television". [7] Also in England, Neil Oliver. writes in The Sunday Times that 2020 has been. ”A tornado of anxieties....Like Toto, the little dog in The Wizard of Oz, we find ourselves far from home. I've a feeling we're not in Kansas any more. Also like Toto, no one understands our small voices. In this incomprehensible new place, we are to be silent while others speak." The last point emphasizes how important it is to be a quiet observer. [8] Toto's other adventures include: The Great Snake Escape, The Incredible Cheese Heist, The Superstar Catastrophe and The Mystery Jewel Thief.

A lot of credit also goes to the excellent illustrator Emma Chinchester Clark. Her beautiful illustrations bring the book to life. It’s a book that is a real joy to hold in your hands and pore over. The lively illustrations combined with the intimate narration make this book especially suited to shared reading aloud. Falls ihr die Originalfassung nicht kennen solltet, ist das überhaupt kein Problem, um Totos Geschichte verstehen zu können. Michael Morpurgo erzählt die Geschichte zwar originaltreu, nur eben auf eine andere Weise. Wenn man, wie ich, die Orignalgeschichte gelesen (oder als Verfilmung gesehen) hat, wird man Michael Morpurgos Adaption natürlich ganz anders lesen als diejenigen, die sie nicht kennen. Man zieht natürlich Vergleiche. Ich weiß nun tatsächlich gar nicht, was ich persönlich besser finde und daher eher empfehlen kann: Totos Geschichte zu lesen, ohne Vorwissen oder sie zu lesen, mit der Handlung im Kopf. Ich denke, dass beide Varianten ihren Charme haben. Was ich euch aber definitiv nur ans Herz legen kann: Lernt diese einzigartige Geschichte kennen! „Der Zauberer von Oz“ erzählt so ein wunderschönes Märchenabenteuer voller Magie und Fantasie! The sale of customised goods or perishable goods, sealed audio or video recordings, or software, which has been opened. Furthermore the author throws in the fact that Toto mentions the smell of hedgehogs although being a Kansan dog and one that probably has never been out of country he wouldn't know what type of animal that is. Furthermore even if he hasn't lived his whole life out on the Kansan plains than he may have met the porcupine, which isn't even remotely related to the hedgehog either.Neben der Gestaltung bin ich auch von der Erzählweise des Buches komplett verzaubert. Meiner Ansicht nach ist es Michael Morpurgo hervorragend gelungen die Geschichte von „Der Zauberer von Oz“ aus der Sicht des Hundes Toto in der Ich-Perspektive zu schreiben. Papa Toto erzählt hier seinen sieben Welpen von seinem großen Abenteuer. Eine total niedliche Idee, oder? :)

Although not a direct adaptation to the literature itself, the 2013 Super Sentai series, Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger features the Deboth Army's members being themed after the characters in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Ferocious Knight D is designed with the motif of Toto. From master storyteller MICHAEL MORPURGO, and illustrated in stunning color by the award-winning EMMA CHICHESTER CLARK, comes a surprising, charming and uplifting twist on The Wizard of Oz, told by a very special and unforgettable character: Dorothy’s pet dog, Toto. A perfect, collectible gift for all children (and children at heart). I have been surprised at the original, that Toto is already quite often referenced, his feelings taken into account, it looks quite simple to take that idea and make it into another book, it is actually a shame that Morpurgo didn't do more with the ploy.There is a local legend of a super-strong wildcat, destined to raise an army and take over all of Scotland. Toto knows she must find out more, but danger is lurking at every turn. Can she find the mysterious wildcat, before it's too late? The book is a reimagining of the classic tale, The Frog Prince, a German story from Grimm’s Fairytales. How does yours differ from the original? TOTO: TOtable Tornado Observatory (Online Tornado FAQ)". www.spc.noaa.gov . Retrieved 19 April 2019. D'Alessandro, Anthony (2023-04-05). " 'Aquaman 2' Shifts Five Days Earlier, Warner Bros Dates 'The Wise Guys', 'Minecraft' ". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 5, 2023 . Retrieved 2023-04-05.

First of all the book starts off basically as a cute retelling where Toto has become a dad thus is trying to put the rascally pups asleep since he is watching them. This is one of those points that parents and non-parents would understand what is going on although it also gives me a bit of red light as to why he doesn't want to have fun with the pups or take them out exploring but instead automatically tries to dodge responsibilities by putting them to sleep. We see that kindness and care will transform the world as we help others, and they in turn help us. Words can build up or tear down. We need to speak life over those we meet along life’s journey.

Which off on a tangent just brings me to an interesting question of my own about mixed marriages of Oz characters and how their children may appear. Must chase this down later. Toto The Wizard Of Oz as told by the dog by Michael Morpurgo is a delightful children’s tale about the familiar Wizard Of Oz but as seen by Toto. It is refreshingly unique. I adore the film with Judy Garland and was very keen to read this novel. The book certainly did not disappoint and was totally charming. Since TOTO Publishing was established in 1989 as part of TOTO’s social contribution program、 it has been producing books that take a unique perspective on architecture、 design、 and life and culture. Toto appears in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. Alongside Dorothy and her friends, Toto found himself somehow transported from the Land of Oz to Harmony Town in the Systar System.