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Highlights
- Introverted party animal Snail is back in this delightfully hilarious SHHHelebration of homebodies Snail is an epic explorer ... kind of.
- 4-7 Years
- 10.2" x 9.2" Hardcover
- 40 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
- Series Name: Snail & Stump
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About the Book
"Snail is an epic explorer. Well ... kind of. He especially loves the quiet things about adventures, like reading maps, collecting souvenirs, and finding wonder around every corner. And Snail knows that not all adventures need to be far-away--they can also be near-away!--which is why he and Stump choose a vacation destination a mere stone's throw from home. Snail and Stump smell the smells, listen for the sounds, and take in the sights of their home. And then something astonishing happens when a group of parachute seeds blows into their neighbourhood. Snail and Stump offer to show the seeds the sights, and as the seeds ooh and ahh over their favourite haunts, the two friends find an even deeper appreciation for their home and are able to see it in a whole new light"--Book Synopsis
Introverted party animal Snail is back in this delightfully hilarious SHHHelebration of homebodies
Snail is an epic explorer ... kind of. He loves the quiet things about adventures, like reading maps, hiking along slime trails, and collecting souvenirs. On big vacations, he finds the sights, sounds, and unfamiliar foods--like escargot!--way too overwhelming. In fact, his favorite part of a vacation is when he gets to return to his home SHHHweet home.
So, while his friends take a trip to the city, Snail and his buddy Stump decide to have an adventure in their own backyard--a staycation! The pair smell the silence, listen to the SHHH SHHH of the waterfall, and read their guidebooks with their indoor voices. Just when they start to wonder if they've run out of things to do, they notice something new: parachute seeds falling from the sky! The seeds have arrived for a vacation, and who better to show them around than Stump and Snail?
Snail's second adventure is just as witty and charming as his first, with laugh-out-loud moments and hidden puns on every page. Snail and Stump's staycation reveals the unexpected joys of staying home and promises that readers will find wonder around every corner, however close to home they may be.
Review Quotes
"An adorable and hilarious picture book that teaches readers the magic of the very low bar."
-- "School Library Journal - STARRED REVIEW""Hrab's amusing tale is just right for encouraging children to explore their own surroundings and maybe share their discoveries with someone else."
-- "Booklist""Hrab's heartfelt insight into those who aren't party animals but still joyous in their living comes through loud and clear."
-- "CanLit for Little Canadians""Once again, Hrab's relatable story speaks to children who may struggle with overstimulation but still love adventure. Readers will be inspired to explore their surroundings and see what exciting adventures they can discover."
-- "Children's Literature Comprehensive Database""Snappy, hilarious, and heartwarming ... A keenly perceptive and sensitive tale that will be appreciated by all seeking quiet moments amid busy lives."
-- "Canadian Review of Materials""The creators of How To Party Like a Snail (2022) offer a similarly validating follow-up that speaks directly to all readers who, like Snail and Stump, "love being happy homebodies and epic explorers at the same time." Even when it's only an arm's length away, the world beckons for closer inspection."
-- "Kirkus Reviews"