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Rocket Writes a Story Hardcover - 2012

by Tad Hills; Tad Hills (Illustrator)

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. This irresistible sequel to the "New York Times" bestseller, "How Rocket Learned to Read, " is sure to appeal to kids, parents, teachers, and librarians. Full color.


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The #1 New York Times Bestseller This irresistible sequel to the New York Times bestselling How Rocket Learned to Read is "a perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers," according to a starred review from Kirkus Reviews. 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. Declared a best children's book of the year by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, School Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly, this book is sure to appeal to kids, parents, teachers, and librarians.

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  • Title Rocket Writes a Story
  • Author Tad Hills; Tad Hills (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Schwartz & Wade Books, Westminster, MD, U.S.A.
  • Date 2012-07-24
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780375870866 / 0375870865
  • Weight 1.15 lbs (0.52 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.6 x 9.8 x 0.4 in (26.92 x 24.89 x 1.02 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 08 years
  • Grade levels P - 3
  • Reading level 540
  • Themes
    • Topical: Family
  • Library of Congress subjects Dogs, Authorship
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2011041233
  • Dewey Decimal Code E

Media 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

Citations

  • Booklist, 07/01/2012, Page 72
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2013, Page 30
  • Kirkus Reviews, 05/15/2012, Page 0
  • Publishers Weekly, 05/14/2012, Page 68
  • School Library Journal, 07/01/2012, Page 58
  • Shelf Awareness, 12/28/2012, Page 0
  • SLJ's Best Books, 12/01/2012, Page 29

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.
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