Aardema, Verna.

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears : a West African tale / retold by Verna Aardema ; pictures by Leo and Diane Dillon. - New York : Scholastic Book Services, c1975. - 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 21 cm.

Winner of the Caldecott Award for 1976.

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears - 6 Copies

A retelling of a traditional West African tale that reveals how the mosquito developed its annoying habit. A mosquito annoyed the iguana, who frightened the python, who scared the rabbit ... and now the whole jungle is in an uproar because the sun won't rise. The animals discuss the situation and decide to punish the mosquito. Even today, whenever we hear a mosquito buzz, we smack it hard!

Caldecott Medal, 1976.

ISBN: 059010294X

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Guided Reading
Guided Reading Level N
Guided Reading Level 23
Animals
Mosquitoes
Animals
Folklore