Summary of Cluck O'Clock by Kes Gray

Unravel the hilarious adventures of chickens in 'Cluck O'Clock' by Kes Gray. A delightful read that blends fun, humor, and bedtime routines!

Sunday, September 28, 2025

Cluck O'Clock, written by Kes Gray

Welcome to the charming world of "Cluck O'Clock," where the cock-a-doodle-doo meets a hilarious twist! This delightful children's book by Kes Gray takes us on a rollicking adventure through the day from dawn till dusk, all narrated through the eyes and clucks of our feathered friends. You thought chickens were boring? Think again!

The story begins bright and early, with the sun rising and the roosters getting their cluck on. We're treated to a variety of whimsical chickens who, quite frankly, have a lot to say about the day ahead. While most of us are still half-asleep, our feathery protagonists are wide awake and ready to party. Yes, that's right-these chickens don't just lay eggs; they lay down some serious comedic gold.

As the day goes by, we experience the chicken's schedule, which includes everything from sunbathing to squawking at the neighbors. (Seriously, watching chickens gossip is like watching a soap opera, minus the melodrama-just a lot of bawk-bawking and pecking.) You can practically hear the hens say, "What did you see in that barn? Was Farmer Bob really wearing mismatched socks?" Spoiler alert: Yes, he was, and the hens are not about to let him live it down.

But wait-just when you thought chickens could only squawk about daytime drama, the story takes us to the evening. The light fades, and what do you know? It's Cluck O'Clock! You didn't see that coming, did you? As the sun sets, the chickens find their way to roost, but not without a little clucking about their favorite adventures of the day. If you're wondering if chickens have a bedtime routine, you'd better believe they do, and it's just as hilarious as you'd expect.

Cluck O'Clock isn't just a cute story for bedtime; it's an imaginative romp through a farmyard where the silly antics of chickens are celebrated. Through simple rhymes and playful illustrations, Kes Gray paints a picture of a world where humor reigns, and the clucks are plenty! So buckle up, because this isn't your ordinary poultry tale-it's a clucking good time!

And remember, while the book is packed with laughter and joy, it also subtly teaches kids about routines and the rhythm of a day-albeit through the rather unique perspectives of chickens. If you're looking for a fun read-aloud for the little ones or a sneaky way to introduce them to the joys of bedtime, "Cluck O'Clock" is definitely a cluck above the rest! So go ahead, grab a copy, and prepare to cluck along with this delightful tale. Just don't expect to look at chickens in the same way again!

Author's photo - Maddie Page
Maddie Page

Classics, bestsellers, and guilty pleasures-none are safe from my sarcastic recaps. I turn heavy reads into lighthearted summaries you can actually enjoy. Warning: may cause random outbursts of laughter while pretending to study literature.

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