That's My Book! and Other Stories - (Duck, Duck, Porcupine Book) by Salina Yoon

About the Book

Book Synopsis

The third book in Salina Yoon's Geisel Honor-winning early reader Duck, Duck, Porcupine series-now in paperback!

Loud and in-charge Big Duck, quiet and clever Little Duck, and friendly and gentle Porcupine are back in another charming trio of stories. They use books in a whole new way, decide to throw a talent show, and play doctor. No matter what problems they get themselves into Little Duck always finds a way to save the day.

Continuing in this accessible early reader format, the Duck, Duck, Porcupine books give all Salina Yoon's picture book fans a fantastic next step for reading fun. Perfect for fans of bestselling series like Elephant & Piggie, Ballet Cat, and Pig in a Wig!

Review Quotes

"Children and librarians alike will enjoy this charming new addition to the series. Similar in style to the beloved 'Elephant and Piggie' series by Mo Willems, Yoon's bright and humorous characters return to a story, speaking via speech bubbles with a strong black font." --School Library Journal

"A step up from Mo Willem's 'Elephant and Piggie' in reading level, Yoon's beginning reader is thoughtfully designed . . . Cheerful, approachable, and thoughtfully created, this beginning reader will find a welcome home in public and school libraries." --School Library Journal, on MY KITE IS STUCK!

"The simple digital art, bold, with thick black outlines and vivid colors, expertly uses facial expressions and body language to support the text." --Kirkus Reviews on MY KITE IS STUCK!

"[A] wonderfully engaging easy reader. The simply drawn digital cartoon characters exude personality and charm. . . . This collection of small dramas is just right for fledgling readers and perfect for read-alouds and reader's theater productions." --starred review, School Library Journal on DUCK, DUCK, PORCUPINE!

"A simple chapter book/graphic novel to engage the youngest new readers . . . these three friends should find a place on the shelf with Yoon's earlier reading buddy, Penguin." --Kirkus Reviews on DUCK, DUCK, PORCUPINE!

"Novice readers will find success here. . . . Yoon's crisp, clean art has a coloring-book-like simplicity that will appeal to youngsters. . . . Kids (and the adults who work with them) can never have too many attractive, well-written beginning readers, and this trio of cuties is a welcome addition to the genre." --BCCB on DUCK, DUCK, PORCUPINE!

"A wonderful introduction to the comic book format for early readers and prereaders, and an entertainingly silly trio of stories, to boot." --Booklist on DUCK, DUCK, PORCUPINE!

"A sweet, visually striking story of friendship and acceptance." --starred review, Booklist on BE A FRIEND

"A terrific combination for preschoolers and early readers who will sympathize with Bear's competing desires." --The New York Times Book Review on FOUND

"A thoughtful, flawlessly executed exploration of theory of mind and emotional intelligence." --starred review, Publishers Weekly on FOUND

About the Author

Salina Yoon is an award-winning author-illustrator of nearly 200 books for children, including the Duck, Duck, Porcupine series, the Penguin series; the Bear and Floppy series; Be a Friend; Kiki & Jax, written by Marie Kondo. She lives in San Diego, California, with her family.
www.salinayoon.com
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