Description
Inspire a lifelong love of reading with an irresistible dog named Rocket and his teacher, a little yellow bird in this sequel to the New York Times bestselling picture book, How Rocket Learned to Read. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY School Library Journal - Publishers Weekly "A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story. Tad Hills, the creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series delivers another heartwarming story, filled with fresh, charming art making this a favorite for story time. Don't miss the animated movie based on the bestselling Rocket books--now airing on PBS!
Product Details
Price
$17.99
$16.73
Publisher
Schwartz & Wade Books
Publish Date
July 24, 2012
Pages
40
Dimensions
9.8 X 10.6 X 0.4 inches | 1.15 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780375870866
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About the Author
TAD HILLS is the author and illustrator of How Rocket Learned to Read, Duck & Goose, and Duck, Duck, Goose, all New York Times bestsellers. His Duck & Goose board books include the ALA Notable Book, What's Up Duck?, and the Indie bestseller, Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin.
Reviews
School Library Journal Best of Children's Books 2012 Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, March 15, 2012:
"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, May 14, 2012:
"Hills is adept at showing Rocket's setbacks and successes while offering excellent tips for children following in the dog's footsteps...Hills gently demonstrates the power of stories to build bridges." Starred Review, School Library Journal, July 2012:
"Listeners, readers, and aspiring writers will appreciate the excellent description of the many ways that stories unfold." Kids' Indie Next List, Summer 2012
"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, May 14, 2012:
"Hills is adept at showing Rocket's setbacks and successes while offering excellent tips for children following in the dog's footsteps...Hills gently demonstrates the power of stories to build bridges." Starred Review, School Library Journal, July 2012:
"Listeners, readers, and aspiring writers will appreciate the excellent description of the many ways that stories unfold." Kids' Indie Next List, Summer 2012
