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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenni Brown

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second of Cray’s adventures that I have read to my kids and they love it. We were so glad to see Cray using his pinching claw for good in this story!

This story teaches a lesson to children about being environmentally conscious in an easy and fun way. I also liked the last page with tips to do so. We look forward to more adventures with Cray.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once more love Erica’s beautiful illustrations. G Pa’s rhymes are always a delight when teaching young minds, the importance of picking up our trash. Being a litterbug doesn’t only harm our planet but the animals. Love how the author shows a real-world example of sea creatures being affected in harmful ways by the lack of care when people litter. Remember littering doesn’t just hurt the planet, it hurts all living beings and creatures on it. My oh my what will Cray face next on his adventures in the bay.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shea Gilkerson 1/24/24

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After everyone enjoying the beach on a beautiful day and heading home, Crab Cray, Turtle Fay, Gull Ray and Fox hay are disappointed to see that the barrels were full of trash…until wind blew up and the garbage ended up back on the beach and out in the ocean. Shouldn’t we all be able to enjoy the beach?
Looking for a plan, we meet Queen Mer May who offers advice and help to get the beach clean and protect the environment!

Another book of favorite characters, beautiful illustrations, fun rhymes, and a great message.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Megan Conley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another really cute installment in Cray’s series. This one focuses on how to be respectful to our wildlife and beaches when we visit and not to litter. I love the sing-songy rhythm of the book as well as the colorful illustrations. Cray helps out his friends when they are in need and they in turn help out the beach when the humans don’t do what they are supposed to. This is a great story to read to your kiddos to teach them about respecting nature and wildlife and making sure to pick up after yourself.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series Book #2) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars

 

Cray Saves the Day is the second book in The Adventures of Cray series by G Pa Rhymes. This is another really cute story that features Cray the crab and his friends- Hay the fox, Fay the turtle, Ray the seagull, with a special appearance by Queen Mer May (the mermaid). This adventure follows their quest to clean up the beach.
The story is accompanied by lots of lovely, bright, colourful, interesting, and captivating illustrations — which help to bring the whole story to life.
It is a really cute tale – told in a rhyming/rapping verse that adds an extra element of interest to the whole story. It also has some valuable messages woven into the story, environmental messages, teamwork, friendship, kindness, and a little whimsey.
Easy to read. Educational. Fun. Interesting. Beach-side setting. Animal friends. Wonderful illustrations. Cute story. Well worth the read.
The series contains (so far)…
-A New Day for Cray (Book #1)
-Cray Saves the Day (Book #2)
-Beach Ball Blunder (Book #3)
-Hay Goes Home (Book #4)
Looking forward to more adventures with Cray.
Happy Reading…

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cray Saves the Day is another fun, bright and colourful picture book.
As with the first book it is full of unique and colourful characters with a rhyming narrative. It is a good story with a message that teaches children the importance of caring for the environment.
The story is fun and engaging as Cray and his friends take it upon themselves to set an example of what cleaning up after yourself should be and protecting the environment wherever you are.
Share this book with children of any ages and teach them a valuable lesson in keeping the creatures of the sea and beaches clear of anything that could do them harm.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Overall, “Cray Saves the Day” by G Pa Rhymes is an enjoyable children’s book that combines entertainment with an important environmental message. The story is engaging and easy to follow, making it accessible to young readers.

The characters, such as Cray the Crab, Hay the Fox, Turtle Fay, and Gull Ray, are charming and relatable. Each character brings their unique personality and skills to the team, showing the value of collaboration and teamwork.

The book’s main theme revolves around environmental awareness and conservation. Through the adventures of Cray and his friends, young readers are taught the importance of caring for the environment, specifically the beach and dunes in this case. The message is conveyed in a subtle and encouraging manner, making it suitable for young children.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Julie Johnson

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A very vividly visual read about the importance of not littering at the beach. The story is good for any location but this one is specifically about the beach. There is mention of a turtle being trapped in the rings from soda cans and how Cray helped the turtle out. A great way to teach kids of any age the importance of cleaning up after themselves and not wreaking havoc on the environment around them!

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Cray Saves the Day is part of The Adventures of Cray on the Bay series and what an enjoyable and educational story with colorful and engaging illustrations. As families gather at the beach to have a fun day…when suddenly it turns a bit windy and blows the trash around. Cray the crab along with his friends Hay, Fay and Ray try and clean up and also look for some help from their friend Queen Mer May the mermaid.

Will Cray and his friends be able to clean up the beach? Definitely read and find out….what fun this story is. We can all learn from this story especially cleaning up the environment.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Emily H

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cray the crab is seeing that while the humans are enjoying their day at the beach, the littering is causing problems for his friends of the sea and of the earth. With the help of Queen Mer May they join forced to remove the litter and live a better life.

Great illustrations. The story showed how working together you can tackle something that seems so big and difficult to something manageable. I think you children will definitely enjoy this one.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another winner in our book. I read this to my grandkids and they loved it. The theme is keeping the beach clean. Great colorful pictures. This time we have a lovely mermaid. Cray and his friends, along with the humans, help clean up the litter that has scattered after a windy day at the beach. A fun story full of rhymes with a neat rhythm. Cool characters. This is a fun learning book to add to family libraries for reading time.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 36
Cover Designer – Erica Leigh

Bookbub – A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes


In Cray Saves the Day, Cray and his friends are on a mission to make the bay a better and healthier place for all who visit. Joined by Queen Mer May, the team works together to clean up the beach and dunes and teach humans how to better care for the environment.
With a dose of wit, wisdom, and an encouraging tone, your little beach lover will surely be delighted by this exciting adventure. And when it’s all over, it’s clear that Cray and his friends have managed to save the day and inspire a new generation of environmental stewards.
Join Cray and his friends on their mission to clean up the beach and dunes and make the bay a better and healthier place for all who visit.
Cray Saves the Day is the perfect book for kids who love a good beach adventure! With its fun rhythmic rhyme, this book will captivate your little ones from beginning to end. Join Cray, Turtle Fay, Gull Ray, and Fox Hay as they work together to clean up the bay and save their Home.
Along the way, they teach humans about their responsibility to keep the environment clean, emphasizing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and kindness.
Dive into Cray Saves the Day and join the friends as they teach about kindness, friendship, and responsibility to the beach—the perfect addition to any child’s or classroom library.

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Gary Wakstein is known to young readers as G Pa Rhymes! After a lifetime in the restaurant industry, Gary discovered his true passion: writing children’s books that teach important life lessons through the magic of rhyme and reading. Partnering with the talented illustrator Erica Leigh, G Pa Rhymes created The Adventures of Cray book series, inspired by his own family’s adventures. 

G Pa Rhymes captivates kids with his “rappin’ and rhymin'” stories and instills values like friendship, honesty, bravery, and environmental stewardship. Now a sought-after speaker, he travels to schools, museums, libraries, and anywhere else he can bring joy to children’s lives. 

G Pa Rhymes tries to inspire young readers with every book he writes. He resides in Plymouth, MA, and spends his days with his children and grandchildren on Cape Cod, Asheville, NC, and Victor, Idaho.

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