The Lorax

By: Dr. Seuss

Narrated by: Ted Danson

Length: 15 mins

Publisher's summary

Long before saving the earth became a global concern, Dr. Seuss, speaking through his character the Lorax, warned against mindless progress and the danger it posed to the earth's natural beauty.

©1971 Dr. Seuss Enterprises (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Ohhhh... the Lorax, brings on the emotion

The narration and quality of recording is top notch. Of course the story keeps you on the edge of your seat.

My 6 year old absolutely loves this book, movie and audio book. He can't get enough. I, at first, did not want to buy a short book with my credit but my son was like, "The Lorax! the Lorax!" so I caved in. Now I am quite happy we got it. And we certainly got our money's worth because we listen to it every night!

Best Seuss Book Ever

What made the experience of listening to The Lorax the most enjoyable?

I used it as a teacher for my students and since it is hard on my voice to read it to all five of my classes, I could save my voice using audible.com.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Lorax?

The Truffala Trees!

Which character – as performed by Ted Danson – was your favorite?

The Lorax

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Love this story.

Ted Danson's voice is lovely and familiar narrating this story which we already love. My children love listening to it at bedtime.

Odd Music Choice

Wonderful naration, excellent pace, and well performed voices. But the music choice? Very strange: it does not fit the story well and is far too loud.

Quick read.

I read this since it was once in a list of banned books. I wanted to see what in the world Dr. Seuss could write that would cause a state to ban the work. He was surely ahead of his time as this book preaches about the wastefulness of mankind. Fun and thoughtful read.

The Lorax, a Perfect Choice for Early Listeners

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this audiobook because its fit for children to listen to. The dramatic renditions of the character's story lines, the musical score, not to mention the writing techniques of Dr. Seuss that everyone knows, makes it one that children should enjoy well into their adulthood.

What did you like best about this story?

I believe the narrator's renditions of the characters voices really brought the story to life, but what I like most about it was the musical scoring in the background. I think it really gave the story a feeling that the author was trying to achieve.

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite scene was the ending, when it appears that all hope is lost for the forest and animals that had inhabited it, the boss gives a seed to a boy and the possibility that the forest will flourish once more.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

While the ending excited me, every time the Lorax would reprimand the boss of the factory for destroying another part of the forest, it made me mad to hear the boss totally ignoring all that the Lorax was saying and what was really happening.

Any additional comments?

The overall story, from beginning to end, is perfect for a relaxing and entertaining listen. I believe it'll be one that children will cherish and keep in their collection of audiobooks.

Love Dr. Seuss Books

Would you listen to The Lorax again? Why?

Yes. It is a short story that is fun and shares a good message.

Have you listened to any of Ted Danson’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

Any additional comments?

The music in the background was a little distracting at times. I wish it would have been a little quieter. Overall I really liked the narrator.

A Dr. Suess for all times - especially these times

I always recoomend Dr Seuss books for young readers. The rhythmic, repetition of rhyme and sounds help students appreciate the sound of written language. The imaginative and poignant stories also help children fall in love with books. The Lorax, in particular, gives an important message for families to talk about. In this age of global climate change and environmental awareness, this book will captivate children and give adults a way to talk about issues that kids are aware of in a way that childen can access.

Wonderful story and narrative!

Our team is reaching out to our local grade school and I am reading this book to students on Friday 3/2 to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday. This really helped me to prepare to deliver a better performance for the kids.

it is a lesson learned from other people's mistake

is it is a story to make you think before you do and Ponder your decision making how you treat the world around us and others