Jamie o'rourke and the big potato - tomie depaola

Just when his poor wifes back gives out, lazy but lucky Jamie ORourke traps himself a leprechaun, from whom he wins a single wish.

When Jamie wishes for all the potatoes he can eat, he may have bitten off more than he can chew in this colorful Irish folktale filled with humor and a touch of blarney, too.

Full color.

Illustrated in dePaolas signature style, this has an inviting look.

Buoyant watercolors are framed by thin orange borders.

An engaging read-aloud choice for St.

Patricks Day.

-- Booklist A Cheery picture book, with the artist using the lighter, brighter side of his palette.

Attractive and amusing.

-- Kirkus Reviews.