Why is the wonky donkey the bestselling book in america. The wonky donkey sets a precedent for bullying behaviors. Wonky donkey by craig smith 9781869439262 boomerang books. The wonky donkey, featuring illustrations by katz cowley, had already sold hundreds of thousands of copies in new zealand and australia. The book behind the viral internet sensation of the scottish granny reading this story to her grandchild, viewed over 3 million times. When not writing, craig works as a musician and entertainer. Buy a discounted board book of the wonky donkey online from australias leading online bookstore. There is much fun to be had by listening to the song and trying to.
In this very funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new. Sep 09, 2018 lyrics for wonky donkey by craig smith. Cowley said that while the wonky donkey has been a household name in australia and new zealand since it was first published in 2009, the book had been only an underground success in the uk. Demand for a childrens book has skyrocketed after video of a scottish grandmother reading the book to her 4monthold grandson went viral. I was walking down the road and i saw a donkey, hee haw. I was walking down the road and i saw a donkey heehaw he only had three legs he was a wonky donkey wonky donkey wonky donkey yeah i was walking down the road and i saw a. The wonky donkey by craig smith, katz cowley waterstones. Oct 02, 2018 the wonky donkey sets a precedent for bullying behaviors. Affiliate link disclosure when purchasing a book via this link, granny may receive a small commission on the sale.
This talented duo also released another book and song project willbee the bumblebee. Combine and save tracked via australia post order is sent in one shipment when all items are available. Viral video of grandma reading the wonky donkey to grandson. In 2018, the book was featured in a viral video of a grandmother laughing hysterically as. The scottish granny reads the wonky donkey, by craig smith nz. In this very funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new about the donkey until we end up with a spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky. The wonky donkey has sold over one million copies worldwide. The wonky donkey book sells after grandmas hilarious. This smaller format edition of the book comes with a bonus collectable plush toy and includes a cd of the wonky donkey songpublisher info. Wonky donkey is one of the best books i have read that is perfect to read to babies and toddlers.
By the books final page, readers end up with a spunky, hankypanky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honkytonky, winky wonky, donkey. The lack of commas makes me a little nutso, but i could see using this as a springboard for a silly this is a book i never wouldve picked up on my own, so thank you, linda p. This hilarious picture book and song will have children and adults in fits of. Nevertheless, the goofy stretchedout descriptive list he was a cranky stinkydinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky donkey will get giggles. In 2009 the wonky donkey was published as a book with hilarious illustrations by craigs friend katz cowley. Buy a discounted board book of the wonky donkey online from australia s leading online bookstore. The wonky donkey by craig smith hardcover book for sale.
The holiday park offers a wide range of accommodations, ranging from selfcontained cabins with kitchen and ensuites to tent sites. Oct, 2018 the wonky donkey, featuring illustrations by katz cowley, had already sold hundreds of thousands of copies in new zealand and australia, where clark, a native of scotland, now lives. The store, the store, wonky donkey board book, i was walking down the road, and i saw a donkey. Booktopia has the wonky donkey, wonky donkey by craig smith. I am so glad that wonkys reputation has finally come to bite him on the bum on this side of the world thanks to wonkys guardian granny.
Wonky donkey by craig smith, 9781869439262, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Illustrations of this lopsided cheeky little fellow make the book highly entertaining for the little ones and big kids at heart. In this funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new about the donkey until we end up with a spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky donkey, which will have children in fits of laughter. Inspired by a joke, the wonky donkey is a picture book. The wonky donkey, wonky donkey board book with cd by. Singersongwriter craig smith is an itinerant musician from christchurch who performs around nz and australia. Like many parents, i am doing my best to raise my kids to be accepting of all and to have compassion for those who. Each page in this book tells us something new about the donkey until we end up with a spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky donkey, which will have children in fits of laughter. It is set on 20 acres with a lovely panoramic view taking in the beautiful landscape and bush surrounds. Laughing granny video makes decadeold kids book wonky. Like many others, i thought the video with the scottish grandma reading it was adorable, so i bought it thinking it would be fun to read to my 7 year old and my toddler.
Sep 10, 2018 cowley said that while the wonky donkey has been a household name in australia and new zealand since it was first published in 2009, the book had been only an underground success in the uk. Britishborn katz cowley has a degree in illustration from the university of. The scottish granny reads the wonky donkey, by craig smith. As you know, we contracted the singer from the te tai tamariki function last year and will be producing his book the wonky donkey for xmas this year. Buy a discounted book with other items of the wonky donkey online from australia s leading online bookstore. The wonky donkey is based on an awardwinning childrens song. For those who werent there, wonky donkey was a game which featured on ant and decs timeless smtv live. I was walking down the road and i saw a donkey heehaw he only had three legs he was a wonk. The book is based upon a song that smith wrote in 2005 after hearing the joke what do you call a donkey with three legs.
Children will be in fits of laughter with this perfect readaloud tale of an endearing donkey. There is much fun to be had by listening to the song and trying to predict the new word for each clue given. All purchases earn scholastic rewards for your nominated school. Viral video of grandma reading the wonky donkey to. New listing the wonky donkey new bulk 50 paperbooks hot item. March 2009 email from penny, senior editor at scholastic nz. Shop at the scholastic store for the best books for children, educational resources for kids, crafts for kids, teachings resources and more. Katz cowley is an illustrator and teacher who leads workshops in drawing, creative journaling, and selfexpression. Can you beat this very difficult game of wonky donkey. Craig smith aka the wonky donkey man is an award winning childrens author and musician.
A wonky donkey begets a dinky donkey publishers weekly. Inspired by a joke, the wonky donkey is a picture book that can be read or sung. A new edition featuring the funny, cumulative song about the spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky donkey. Buy a discounted book with other items of the wonky donkey online from australias leading.
With hilarious lyrics and illustrations, this picture book will appeal to adults and children alike. Aug 30, 2018 affiliate link disclosure when purchasing a book via this link, granny may receive a small commission on the sale. Katz cowley is an illustrator and teacher who leads workshops in drawing, creative journaling, and. It was very nervewracking as wonky was actually my first ever book, published in october 2009. Sep 14, 2018 a scottish grandmother has shown that this childrens book is fun for all ages. Who ever heard of a spunky hankypanky cranky stinkydinky lanky winky wonky donkey. In this funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new about the donkey until we end up with a spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky honkytonky winky wonky donkey, which. The wonky donkey is a childrens book, and song written by new zealander craig smith and illustrated by katz cowley. Janice clark has sent sales of the book the wonky donkey skyrocketing after a video secretly shot last month by. I can picture a three year old sitting with the book in hand reciting the words to a friend or parent. About a million copies were sold, mostly in new zealand and australia, but the viral video has changed that sales are up around the world, according to smith.
Nov 01, 2009 wonky donkey is one of the best books i have read that is perfect to read to babies and toddlers. Craig smith is the recipient of the 2008 apra childrens song of the year for the wonky donkey. The rhyming is similar to brown bear, brown bear, what do you see. The wonky donkey, wonky donkey board book with cd by craig. Booktopia has the wonky donkey, wonky donkey board book with cd by craig smith. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The wonky donkey by craig smith, katz cowley, paperback. But until recently it had a much smaller audience elsewhere. The wonky donkey, featuring illustrations by katz cowley, had already sold hundreds of thousands of copies in new zealand and australia, where clark, a native of scotland, now lives. In this very funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new about the donkey until we end up with a spunky, hankypanky cranky stinky dinky lanky. Lived in australia for 4 years and vietnam for 6 years. Nov 30, 2018 the wonky donkey is based on an awardwinning childrens song. In this funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something. Sep 12, 2018 demand for a childrens book has skyrocketed after video of a scottish grandmother reading the book to her 4monthold grandson went viral.
The wonky donkey in late 2008 i began creating the illustrations for the wonky donkey in a converted stable in new zealand, where i was living at the time. A scottish grandmother has shown that this childrens book is fun for all ages. Buy a discounted book with other items of the wonky donkey online from australias leading online bookstore. Wonky stables holiday park is located in forrest, victoria, along the great ocean road. Janice clark has sent sales of the book the wonky donkey skyrocketing after a. By the books final page, readers end up with a spunky, hankypanky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honkytonky, winky wonky donkey. The wonky donkey, wonky donkey by craig smith 9781869439262. Awardwinning song with hilarious illustrations that will have you laughing out loud.