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Storytime blog: 'Pickle Things' This rare classic was one of my favorites growing up. By Kristen SchottPublished: February, 2010

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I have to thank my mom for this post: She recently e-mailed me this image of "Pickle Things," by Marc Brown. It was one of my favorite stories to read with her when I was growing up. I hadn't thought about it in years, and I have to tell you I don't remember too much about it – aside from the fact that it's a zany showcase of all things pickle – but the minute I saw the image I recognized this much-loved tale. I really hope she has the book still – evidently it's hard to find. (If she does, a longer post will follow.) I did find it on Amazon.com for $45 new – wow. And through my harried Google search, I have put together that it was first published in 1980 by Parents Magazine Press, which I gather is no longer around. Want to hear something funny? I wouldn't eat pickles until I was at least 10. I wonder if this book has something to do with it. Kristen Schott is OC Family's children's book editor. Be sure to check out "Storytime," my video book reviews, for more fun facts about stories you and your kiddies must read. Book vs. Kindle A world of magic awaits Hearts and hugs? 'Rita and Whatsit' Colds and books More 'Twilight'? 'Princess and the Frog' Where do you read? Are they really 'Indestructible'? Book journals 'Weezer Changes the World' 'All Kinds of Families'

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my fav book was Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Also raised my daughter on it. Still makes us laugh today.

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