Many of Dr. Seuss's books are highly moralistic. Such moralism can be either good or bad, depending on how it's communicated and what you are aiming to teach your children. In the case of Horton Hears a Who!, I think the moral is subtly and beautifully communicated. The book covertly teaches children to bravely stand up for the little guy in the face of bullies, even if that courage means mockery. It's also a wonderful, rhythmic story in its own right, and one of my four-year-old daughter's all time favorites. It was likewise a favorite of mine as a child, and I must have read it 100 times. I'll be reading it 100 more...

Horton makes Jesus and Buddha look selfish by comparison.

Fun. Serious.
Fear. Courage.
Every person can and does make a difference in their life.

Love it!

I think I read this with an entirely different focus this time ... and it really made me think about how well I listen to people. Especially, perhaps, my grandchildren. I'm going to work harder at that!

I have read this book many times through the years -- both as a child and as an adult. Every time I have enjoyed it as much as the first. To me it is definitely one of Seuss' best. Wonderful characters, great story, and a great meaning for everyone to take with them. A true gem.

Another wonderful Dr. Seuss book that will be passed through your family for generations to come. My twin 3 yr olds recognized this book immediately when I brought it home, having saw the movie version not too long ago. It didn't matter, they were still fascinated with it. From every picture to every rhyme, they were enthralled. They love yelling out "We are here!" along with the Who's. Even my 5 yr old got into it. A fun read that's for the whole family.

"A person is a person no matter how small."

This Horton tale isn't quite as touching as Horton Hatches the Egg, which preceded it by fourteen years. But it's a great follow-up (though I always would have liked the hatched elephant-bird to have made an appearance) and may possess a better rhyming footing...a bit more pep. And probably a bit more relatable for the younger, intended audience.

I can't remember what year I originally read this, being a million years old myself. *grins* Let's just say it's memorable and beloved.

Jess & Sarah - this one is for you.

Unbelievably, I read this for the first time today (out loud to my kindergarten library class). It was my youngest brother's favorite Dr. Seuss growing up, and I didn't want to like anything he liked, so I never touched it. My loss. Yopp!

I just read this with my son and why did it make me emotional lol