BARK, GEORGE

George just does not seem to be able to learn to bark like a proper dog. Any animal’s sound, except for a dog’s, comes from his mouth. As his mother teaches him to the utmost of her ability and admonishes him with each mistake, the listener will begin to chuckle. When the exasperated mother dog takes George to the veterinarian, the listener will laugh out loud as the examination progresses. John Lithgow's narration is leisurely, leaving time for humor and for embellishments galore--both animated animal sounds and the vet’s accent and antics. An upbeat score adds to the fun. A.R. © AudioFile 2004, Portland, Maine [Published: JUN/ JUL 04]