The Dude’s High 5s: Dr. Seuss Tales
Today we’ll discuss the works of an important man.
Someone of whom I’m a giant fan.
I am of course talking about Dr. Seuss
A genius as sure as a dozen beats a deuce.
In tribute I will try to do this in rhyme,
Something that may take some time.
So get ready, get set and let’s get on with it
Hit the jump, read my choices and maybe shoot the shit.
5. Green Eggs and Ham
Green Eggs and Ham is a wonderful story.
Broken down to its core it’s quite the allegory.
It deals with the dangers of misconception
And taught me to evaluate my perception.
Sam teaches a lesson of change.
He shows you need not fear the strange.
4. Oh the Places You’ll Go
As the final book of his career
This story has become quite dear.
A popular gift upon graduation
Typically from a blood relation
It details the hardships and trials of life
Of struggles, of pain, and of strife
But not all hope is lost this day
So long as you avoid the Waiting Place they say
The conclusion will make anyone smitten
As you realize that the pages of life are unwritten.
3. One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
This book barely has a plot
So is it even worthy of a spot?
Of course it is I say
Omitting it would lead to dismay
I will admit it is quite blunt
Like referring to a woman as a … runt
2. The Cat in the Hat
This is one of Seuss’ most famous works
The story of a cat, a hat, and two jerks.
This depicts children way over their head,
In a situation anyone would dread.
It shows what can happen when you lose control
When you are susceptible to one who can cajole.
I respect this book because of the ending.
It does not suggest the rules are worth bending.
What would you do in the children’s position?
Would you tell the truth or lie by omission?
The story itself doesn’t tell you what to do.
Seuss knew that forced morality was something to eschew.
1. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Despite being a self-professed Grinch
This book’s spot won’t make me flinch.
Arguably Seuss’s signature tale,
A list without this is a schooner with no sail.
There are many reasons why I love this book
From it, there were many lessons that I took.
Mainly because It demonized commercialism nicely
And conveyed its message quite concisely.
People who love you matter more
Than any shiny object bought in a store.
The movie also makes me want to perk up and be merry
And no, I don’t mean that abortion starring Jim Carrey.
So what tales by this master do you fondly recall?
From the days of yore, when you were small.