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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Julie Johnson

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kids of all ages will be drawn to the very vivid images in this book. It’s also a super fun rhyming story about a mouse who wants to go to the moon! Mr. Mouse is on a mission but needs the help of other friends on the farm to make this mission a go.

This would be a great addition to any library!

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method bookDinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method book by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an author that I never pass up, and my kids make sure of it! We have read several books by them, and somehow they all stand out in their own accord. We loved reading the other books with Dinopotamus as they are fun and educational. This one was no different! I truly appreciate the way that different communication methods were presented in this story combined with the scientific side. Even though my kiddos are older than the target audience, we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This would be a perfect addition for the classroom, daycare, or even at home!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Candice Estes

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mouse wants to go to the moon, because he believes it is made of cheese. Most of his friends seem to be supportive of his plan to build an airplane to fly to the moon, and ask him questions about his planned trip. That is, other than, Bird. Bird says that the whole plan is absurd and that it won’t work. Mouse thinks he is wrong, and decides to try it anyway. When his initial plan doesn’t work, Bird explains why he had said the plan was absurd to begin with. The story is cute, with rhyming and a fun and silly storyline. The illustrations are colorful and eye-catching, which is great for a younger audience.

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Candice Estes

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method bookDinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method book by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a cute book, for young kids who love dinosaurs. Dinopotamus is a dinosaur who attends school with human children. Though he cannot talk, he finds ways to communicate with his teacher and classmates. When he realizes that his spot on the floor is warmer after he wakes up from naptime, he sets out to figure out why it’s happening and how to help his classmates to have a warmer spot for their naps. First he tries trading spots, but finds that to be unhelpful. Then he figures out how to help them all. The illustrations are cute, and look to be hand drawn, and the story is easy for children to understand while teaching children a little bit about science and sharing.

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Word Play” is a heartwarming and humorous tale that effectively addresses the anxieties and misunderstandings associated with starting school. Tricia Gardella’s storytelling is likely to resonate with young readers and their parents, making it a valuable addition to early childhood literature. The book’s playful approach to learning and its gentle message about the process of education make it a great choice for children who are about to embark on their own school adventures.

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Karrie Sears

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No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jack is talking his dog Shank for a walk. Shank stops to scratch his ear so Jack checks for a flea. But no one could see the flea. In the end Jack and his friends went to the vet and the mystery was solved. This is such a fast, cute read with great detail to illustrations.

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Emily H

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mouse wants to fly to the moon and bring back the cheese. Full of plans of how to get there, the only hitch is the Bird who constantly tells him his idea is absurd. Will his plan work?

This was a fun story. I liked that Mouse had a definitive idea of what he wanted to do but at the same time Bird had a logical idea of why this would not work. Great story for kids to interact with.

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Karrie Sears

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Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Joe is starting school and learning to read. After not getting to it in class, Joe decides to look elsewhere for help to learn to read. Joe learns it takes time to learn to read. This is a great story for little ones. It’s shows them to be patient while learning new things and also strangers are not always very nice people. A quick read with excellent illustrations.

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Joe is excited to learn how to read. He believes that by looking at the letters, he will automatically be able to read by the end of the day. Will he? Follow Joe as he explores a world of peculiar shapes and sizes and embarks on his journey to mastering his letters in order to form words.
This delightful adventure picture book is simple to read and tells an imaginative story filled with excitement and humour. Aimed at children as young as 2 years old, it’s a great way to introduce them to letters.
The illustrations by Greg David breathe life into the story and help children to visualize, recognize, and engage with the book.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I fell in love with this book. The little guy wants to learn to read and he feels he can do it quickly. He’s a little boy that takes after my own love of reading. This is a sweet story that warms the heart and is perfect for storytime. My favorite part is BEA (not BEE). Beautiful illustrations that grab the attention. A must for every kiddo’s collection

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Megan Rea

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Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute story of Joe, an extremely eager kiddo who really wants to learn how to read. I loved how enthusiastic Joe’s character is about reading and the explanation he gets after his adventures about how learning to read takes time. I also really appreciate the diversity represented in this book. The illustrations are great and go really well with the story. This is a great read if you have kiddos who are learning how to read or maybe starting to learn and may be a little frustrated with their progress.

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella
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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 47
Cover Designer – Praise Saflor
Illustrator – Greg David

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Word Play is a delightful children’s picture book perfect for ages 2-6, that captures the excitement and challenges of going to school and learning to read.
Meet Joe, a curious and eager kindergartener who can’t wait to unlock the magic of words! Every morning, he eagerly picks letters from his cereal, convinced that today, on his first day of school, he will learn to read. Join Joe on his hilarious and heartwarming misadventure as he navigates through a world of letters, words, and playful misunderstandings.
Key Themes:
• Engaging Storyline: Follow Joe’s humorous journey and see how his misunderstandings lead to unexpected and funny situations, making reading an enjoyable experience.
• Educational Themes: Introduces the concept of letters and words in a fun and relatable way, perfect for early learners.
• Encourages a Love for Reading: Sparks interest and excitement about reading for young children.
• Beautiful Illustrations: Vibrant and captivating illustrations that bring Joe’s adventures to life and keep children engaged.
• Supports Early Literacy Skills: Helps children recognize letters, understand their sounds, and begin to form simple words.
• Great for Classroom and Home: Ideal for classroom read-aloud sessions or cozy reading time at home.
• Interactive Learning: Encourages children to identify letters and words in their own environment, making learning a part of everyday life.
Join Joe in Word Play and discover the joy and fun of learning to read in a humorous way

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Tricia Gardella is an award-winning author whose picture book ideas are inspired by family, friends, traditions, and travel. Her diverse hobbies include canning, cooking, knitting, rug-making, and gardening, but writing remains her true passion. After a twenty-year hiatus, Tricia is thrilled to return to the literary world. In the 1990s, she published several books traditionally, before pausing her writing career to open an ice cream parlor. Tricia holds a BA in Ancient History and Classical Archaeology. She lives in Central California with her two self-centered cats and draws inspiration from her three children, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Absurd” Said Bird is part of the Mouse Traveler series of kids books, but the only I have read. It is a cute and fun children’s book, with bright, colorful illustrations. There is a little bit of rhyming from each of the barnyard animal friends. Mouse has dreams to make it to the moon, and he need’s his friend’s help! They work together to build an airplane, gathering parts and pieces from a pile of trash. But, will that plane make it to the moon? Let’s see!

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mouse decides he wants to prove the moon is made of cheese so he recruits all the barn animals to help him with his plan to get there. He promises to bring back cheese for anyone who helps him. Meanwhile bird is trying to tell mouse that his plan just isn’t going to work. Mouse doesn’t find out why until after his plan fails. Then bird explains and decides to help him with his next plan. Great lesson in not giving up after failing on your first attempt. Great illustrations as well.

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Dinopotamus Solves a MysteryDinopotamus Solves a Mystery by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. It is part of a series about Dinopotamus and how he interacts with his friends. I love how this series shows inclusion of Dinopotamus who is different than the others. The children are not scared of Dinopotamus and they learn from him and make sure he is included in all of the activities. I recommend this book and series for children who love to read.

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Hannah Porter

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Dinopotamus Solves a MysteryDinopotamus Solves a Mystery by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Littles have come to enjoy this series alot. In this Installment of the Dinopotamus story he was trying to help the kids Solve the Mystery of the warm sleeping spot. I thought he had a clever way of trying to communicating with his fellow students🥰 I had the oldest little one take over reading tonight and he had not problem with the words and the flow was prefect for him. Again I love the hand drawn look. I can’t wait to read more of this series And from this author!! I highly recommend reading this series if you haven’t yet.

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Angela Hayes

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No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

 

No One Could See the Flea Tricia Gardella is an illustrated children’s picturebook with a cute story that my grandchildren thought was fun. The illustrations are bright, colourful, and engaging- which made the ‘adventure’ come to life.
What happens when Shank, the dog, gets an itch? We join in as his owner, Jack, tries everything that he, and his friends, can come up with to rid Shank of his fleas. What ensues turns into a bit of a crazy romp…
Looking forward to more stories from Tricia Gardella.
Highly recommended.
Happy Reading!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Dinopotamus Solves a MysteryDinopotamus Solves a Mystery by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute experiment book for kids. The draws resonated towards my kids when I read this because it was in a style that they would be drawing right now, they were super excited that they even draw some pictures of there to go with the book after. The illustrations did go very well this book, and really made the story more vivid to what was going on. This follows a dinosaur that wonders why the ground around him gets warm, the examples and experiments that they go thou were very interesting to read about and how the figure out why the grounds hot. Great kids’ book, I like books that my kids can make up their own ideas on what’s going on and their ideas to figure something out.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol and Pei Jen – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rocky is a raccoon who lives in the city, and today he has been invited to a family reunion at his grandmother’s house and he is a bit nervous.

He has never met the other members of his family and has no idea what it will be like, but he is still only young, so he heads out with the rest of his household.

As soon as they arrive Rocky is introduced to so many family members, he is never going to remember all of their names, so when they start playing games, he feels left out.

Will Rocky be able to find his voice and join in with the rest of his family, or will his nerves get the better of him in the end? This is a wonderful story which talks about growing up, family dynamics, emotions and how kindness and helping others can make a huge difference in their lives.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Karole Petty

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Quick read that packs some powerful messages for kids. After reading this story I can see how this book could be helpful for kids with anxiety and kids that have a hard time understanding their big emotions. Super helpful for parents too! Will be recommending this to my daughter-in-law for my grands.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannen Kern

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My family loves it when I bring a book by this author home! We have read several of their books, so we grabbed this one up right away. This was an incredibly helpful read at this point because both of my kiddos have quite a bit of anxiety and really struggle to talk to people they don’t see often. Rocky the Raccoon was a very relatable character for them (and for me!) so we were all drawn in. This book sparked a great conversation in our home about ways we can manage anxiety, connect with people, and be courageous! I highly recommend picking this up to share with the younger ones in your life at home or at school. I bet you’ll end up enjoying it just as much!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Julie Johnson

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No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Poor Shank!! Jack and Shank are out for a walk when Shank gets an itch. Jack thinks what any reasonable pet owner would, and that is that Shank must have a flea. Jack goes through several “home remedies”, some of which are pretty humorous, before deciding to leave this mystery to the hands of the professionals.

Kids will love the humor in this book!! Just make sure they understand good pet ownership and that not all of these recommendations should be tested out. The illustrations are also very well done and give way to more humor in the story. I highly recommend adding this one to your personal library!

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story about a family of raccoons that travel to meet their relatives. I enjoyed the story because it showed how sometimes an individual can feel left out but if you give it a chance you can start to enjoy yourself. It is a cute little story that I think many kids will enjoy. I recommend this story to children who want to read.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Katie Kearney

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute a quick little kids book. It’s a good lesson for kids about every one being good at different things. Learning new ways to work as a team. The illustrations are so cute and well done. I read this to our two year old and while it’s probably a bit advanced reading wise he really liked the pictures and pointing out items he’s starting to recognize. We really liked this for our bedtime story and highly recommend it. Five stars.

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Tausha Treadway

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella. This is a cute, short book about a mouse who wants to fly to the moon. I read it with my 6 year old nephew and we loved it. While Mouse enlists his barnyard friends to help him build a plane his friend bird tells him he’s “Absurd” to think he can pull this off. With imagination, friends and a will to do something, anything can happen! Such a cute story with so many lessons like never giving up on your dreams. Get this super fun book for your young friends and families!

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method bookDinopotamus Solves a Mystery: A scientific method book by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom. This is another amazing installment by Lois Wickstrom. I love all of her books. My 6 year old nephew and I read this together and we both loved it. Its about Dinopotamus discovering that when he gets up from where he has been sitting its warm so he leaves it for the other children to take a nap. So the whole class sets out to discover where the warm spots are. Trying to fit in is hard but with this one thoughtful thing Dinopotamus makes friends with the whole class. These books are so cute and sweet and always have a real life lesson in them. They make wonderful gifts for families or teachers too. My nephew and I are super fans of this author!

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Jenni Bishop

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No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Is just an itch? Jack and his friends go down a rabbit hole before finding the evidence and poor ol’ Shank is on the receiving end. My grandsons enjoyed it and enjoyed Shank’s misadventures.
No One Could See the Flea has a unique storyline with lots of things for children to examine, learn and wonder about. It is an entertaining and imaginative children’s picture book that brings laughter at the antics and goings on.
The illustrations by Michele Katz are fun and engaging and help to bring this adventure tale to life.
Looking forward to reading more of Tricia’s work.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Dinopotamus Solves a MysteryDinopotamus Solves a Mystery by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s nap time at school and Dinopotamus hears the other students talking about how the floor is warm where Dinopotamus is napping. Why is the floor always warm where he lays and not where the other kids lay? This is the mystery Dinopotamus wants to solve. Another cute children’s book!

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister
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“Absurd” Said Bird: A Fun Children’s Adventure about a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella Reviewed by Phylis Carpenter July 2024

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am always looking for cute books to contribute to my granddaughter’s library. This is a cute one that I think she will enjoy. Her Mom can read it to her now and when she gets a little older she can read it for herself. The picture’s are pretty and she will enjoy them.

Mouse wants the barnyard friends to help him build an airplane so that he can fly it to the moon. If they help him get the pieces and make the plane, he will bring them back some cheese.

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Megan Rea

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No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the really cute story of Shank the dog and Jack (his owner) and possible fleas. I love the illustrations and how colorful and bright they are and how well they follow and go along with the story. I also really love how each concoction is funny and different and how everyone is trying to help Shank with his “flea” and the ending is funny. This is a really cute story to add to your rotation with your kiddos.

Reviewed by @meggs1717
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