When a tornado leaves a farmer with a heap of scrap metal and no animals, his neighbors are sure it's all over for him. But the determined farmer refuses to admit defeat. His plans are big, and when his neighbors dismiss them with the words, "When pigs fly," they grow bigger still. The farmer sets to work to turn that scrap metal into some rather surprising creatures. Mechanimals will help all of us believe in our dreams, despite what the neighbors may say.
Chris Tougas is a writer-illustrator who loves dogs, the great outdoors, writing fun stories and making art. Chris lives and works in Victoria, British Columbia.
CM Magazine - September 1, 2007
"The illustrations...are delightful. Recommended."
Globe and Mail - December 1, 2007
"Tougas gives us an ingenious farmer and a visually fascinating, funny book."
Resource Links - January 1, 2008
"Young and old readers with an interest in vehicles or gadgets might find appeal in this book."
Library Media Connection - February 1, 2008
"The illustrations in this story are wonderful and enhance the text, making the story a delight to read."
BC Bookworld - October 1, 2007
"A refreshingly original and quirky idea for a children's picture book."
Quill & Quire - October 1, 2007
"An unusual and likeable picture book."
Canadian Children's Book News - August 1, 2008
"Will appeal to budding inventors and those who have big dreams."
The Horn Book Guide - April 1, 2008
"This salute to ingenuity features...amusing industrial-hued illustrations with pops of color honor the farmer's imaginative vision."
Times-Colonist - October 12, 2008
"Written and charmingly illustrated by Chris Tougas, this large work for young readers boasts... many inventive drawings."
Island Parent - December 1, 2008
"Dreamers and inventors alike will enjoy the crazy illustrations and nutty premise of this exuberant picture book."
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