by Jory John (Author) Olivier Tallec (Illustrator)
Sure to bring a smile to the faces of even the grumpiest readers, this laugh-out-loud picture book from #1 New York Times-bestselling author Jory John and internationally acclaimed illustrator Olivier Tallec is hilarious enough to come back to again and again.
Attention, reader: You're going to LOVE this book!
No, really, you are. It's got everything you could ever want: comedy, drama, action, heart. Plus--are you ready? It's got homework! Ahh yeah! And a trip to the best place ever, the dentist! Ahhhh yeahhh! Additionally--brace yourself--it's got raisins! Nature's candy. AHH YEAHHH! This book is so great, you won't be able to stop reading it. I DARE you not to have fun.
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PreS-Gr 2--Attention, readers! John's omniscient narrator assures readers that they will love this book, filled with action! Comedy! Homework! Homework? This laugh-out-loud tale includes decidedly unlovable things, e.g., dentists and early bedtimes. John's hilarious questions--"Are you ready to go to sleep while it's still light outside? Are you ready to dream about all the fun you could be having if you were still awake?"--will have readers groaning in delighted recognition, making this read-aloud gold. Tallec's expressive kangaroo main character and comically dramatic illustrations will provide giggles for many reads to come. VERDICT An essential book to liven up story hours.--Rosemary Kiladitis
Copyright 2024 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.The acrylic paint, gouache, and pencil illustrations are a dynamic, comic hoot and certainly one fine reason to love this tale... Who wouldn't love a book you can really laugh over? —Kirkus Reviews