One Yak Called Jack    by Darcia LaBrosse Order:  USA  Can Random House, 2005 (2005) Hardcover     Reviewed by Hilary Williamson I think this author's been a fly on the wall in my home - or perhaps she's just captured what drives parents nuts in every home, the many variations on that dreaded response, 'In a minute.' Jack the Yak has an offer for the other animals: 'Hop on my back ... I'll take you to the fair'. But no-one is ready. The ferrets are dining on apples, the crabs are building a splendid sandcastle, the foxes are running, the pigs are making hay, the escargots are having tea, the monkeys are scratching, the seals are snoozing, the caterpillars are all tied up, and the birdies are busy. Jack is discouraged. But of course it all works out. Jack counts his passengers as they hop on in a free-for-all grand finale that kids will love. It's a cute, topical story about a goofy, charmingly illustrated hero, and readers young and old will feel for Jack's efforts to get the gang moving to the fair. You'll enjoy One Yak Called Jack. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews