This is a fantasy jouney into an unsual town. This book has some silly parts to it that will keep young children's attention. The author and illustrator put imaginative illustations into the book during the tour guides descripton of the town. ( )

Illustrations are colorful and help children use their imagination about the text. A great book to read while teaching rhyming. Also Tippintown can open children's imagination when thinking about he dolphins going to school and a mockingbird playing a tune. ( )

If it weren't for the clumsy poetry, this would be a great children's book, and one which appeals to boys as well as girls. The pictures are interesting and colorful, the concept is strong, and the ideas plenty creative enough to keep your child's interest. But the rhyming is occasionally strained and the meter is constantly clumsy, in a way that really doesn't stand up to repeated reading aloud. Trust me; I speak from experience. ( )