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Leo Cockroach

Leo Cockroach
By Kevin O'malley

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Leo Cockroach, who secretly tests toys for the bug-hating president of a toy company, seeks a job with the competitor across the street and finds himself worse off than before.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #2030235 in Books
  • Published on: 2004-09-17
  • Original language: English
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 1 pages

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
Leo enjoys his somewhat perilous night job working at a toy store; "This humorous tale of a misunderstood insect offers a comical new perspective on micro-level R&D," said PW. Ages 5-8.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal
PreSchool-Grade 2-Fans of O'Malley's earlier books will delight in this equally quirky tale with an unlikely hero. Leo the cockroach resides within the offices of Waddatoy Toys. Late at night, after CEO Mildred Splatt (who hates bugs) leaves, Leo takes the initiative to test the toys and leave the good ones on Ms. Splatt's desk. Feeling unappreciated for his winning endorsements, he says good-bye to his friend, Bernard the cat, and dramatically takes off in a toy airplane to work for competitor Notsogouda Toys across the street. Much to his surprise, Leo realizes he was better off before and valiantly ventures back. Some of the humor is subtle, but there is plenty to entertain youngsters. O'Malley's illustrations are full of great detail; his flair for expression and perspective makes for one likable cockroach. This bug's-eye view of the business world is a riot.
Christy Norris Blanchette, Valley Cottage Library, NY
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist
O'Malley gives the cockroach's reputation a delightful boost in his latest picture book. Toy tester by night, Leo Cockroach has a knack for picking a winning product. The only trouble is the company boss, Ms. Splatt (appropriately named), has no time for insects. Tired of so many close calls with her shoe, Leo looks for greener pastures at Notsogouda Toys across the street--only to find himself longing for home. The story is likable enough, but it's the pictures that will stick. Though they aren't as vibrant as those in some of O'Malley's previous books, the wicked faces of the frustrated toy company CEOs are hard to beat, and the spunky little cockroach is perfectly lovely--for a bug. Stephanie Zvirin