The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash by Trinka Hakes Noble (1980) Hardcover Hardcover – January 1, 1980 "When Jimmy's unusual pet accompanies him on his class trip, an ordinary jaunt to a farm turns into a hilarious, slapstick romp. "A top-notch choice that children will not be able to put down".--Booklist, starred review. Full-color." Cross listed. Smoke free home. Fast shipping!