Posts Tagged Tad Hills

Rocket Writes a Story

Rocket is using his knowledge from when he learned to read to piece together his very own story. Rocket finds words everywhere, from the world around him, and from his teacher, the yellow bird. When Rocket gathers together enough words, he tries to to write down his story, yet nothing is inspiring him like the books he reads. When his walks keep taking him to a tall pine tree with an empty nest on its tallest branch, Rocket finds the inspiration he was looking for, as well as an unlikely new friend and reader.

This book is great for kindergartners or 1st graders who are beginning to write stories of their own, especially if they’re having trouble finding their inspiration! Rocket teaches that inspiration can come from anywhere when you least expect it.

Happy Reading!

-Maryam

Rocket Writes a Story by Tad Hills; Random House; hardcover

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How Rocket Learned to Read by Tad Hills

How Rocket Learned to Read, by Tad Hills, Random House Books, Ages 3-6

Rocket is a little dog who is content to play and chase leaves and nap. That is, until he meets a bright yellow bird intent on teaching the scruffy doggie to read. Soon Rocket cannot resist the appeal of the tiny bird’s stories, and slowly but surely he begins to learn his alphabet. As the seasons change, Rocket’s understanding grows, and when the spring comes, he is able to join his chirping friend as they read their favorite stories.

From Tad Hills, creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series, comes an adorable tale of friendship and curiosity. The story is charming and engaging, and the soft watercolor illustrations are lushly colored and perfectly capture the picturesque changes of the seasons as Rocket, with the help of his perky pal, learns to read!

Hooray for good books!

–Miss Megan

How Rocket Learned to Read, by Tad Hills, Random House Books, Ages 3-6

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