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SUNRISE SUMMER by Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr Tour and Giveaway

April 12, 2021 By Heather Leave a Comment

 

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the SUNRISE SUMMER by Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: SUNRISE SUMMER

Author: Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr (Illustrator)

Pub. Date: April 20, 2020

Publisher: Imprint

Formats: Hardcover, eBook

Pages: 48

Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

When a girl and her family travel four thousand miles from home, it’s not your typical summer vacation. Everything is different on the Alaskan tundra–where the grizzly bears roam and the sockeye salmon swim–including the rules. A girl can do things she wouldn’t, and couldn’t, do at home.

She can wake up at midnight to work with her mom on a fishing crew. She can learn what it means to be an essential part of a team. She can become a braver, stronger, and ever-more capable version of herself. She can take her next big step.

She’s ready for her first real sunrise.

Praise for Sunrise Summer:

“[The narrator’s] eagerness and pride over being part of this work is palpable, and each moment feels important, locked in Behr’s artwork as an individual frame among many or as a sweeping two-page spread that captures its magnitude and beauty. The excellent back matter reveals that this story is about the creators’ own family, laying out their history as commercial salmon fishers, protections in place to prevent overfishing, and how some Alaska Natives continue to catch salmon according to their traditions. Eye-opening and awesome.” —Booklist, starred review

“With irrepressible enthusiasm and an astute sense of detail, the child recounts the elaborate preparations (almost all supplies have to be brought in), the connection to nature and a close-knit community, and the grueling but exciting work itself. . .Readers may not be ready to sign on, but they’ll feel grateful for being afforded a spectacular front-row seat.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Paired with ebullient first-person prose, the illustrations immerse readers in the changing colors of the sky and waves throughout the thrilling event . . . An informative first-person story that combines family history with STEM concepts for a summer to remember.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Detailed and vibrant illustrations . . . This is an engaging tale about a summer vacation that is far from ordinary.” —School Library Journal

 

REVIEW: Sunrise Summer takes a unique look at salmon fishing in a remote area of Alaska. The stunning watercolor illustrations and vivid descriptions of life for the child of a commercial fisherman give readers a birdseye view. It is educational for aspiring scientists as well as down to earth for every day families. I loved the last couple of pages which introduce a husband and wife team who wrote and illustrated the story. Their family members are included in the book. There’s a lot to learn and enjoy for all ages in Sunrise Summer.


About Robbi & Matthew: 

When Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr aren’t making books (Babies Ruin Everything; Everywhere, Wonder; and the Real McCoys series) and raising kids (four, so far, which is probably enough), they run a commercial salmon fishing operation on the Alaskan tundra, where Robbi has spent every summer since she was two years old.

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Giveaway Details:

3 winners will receive a finished copy of SUNRISE SUMMER, US Only.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

4/12/2021

LittleRed Reads

Review

4/13/2021

BookHounds Ya

Review

4/14/2021

Nerdophiles

Review

4/15/2021

For the Love of KidLit

Excerpt

4/16/2021

Do You Dog-ear?

Review

Week Two:

4/19/2021

Midnightbooklover

Review

4/20/2021

booksaremagictoo

Review

4/21/2021

I’m Shelfish

Review

4/22/2021

The Momma Spot

Review

4/23/2021

@bookshelfmomma

Review


Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, Vashti Harrison

March 10, 2021 By Heather Leave a Comment

Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, Vashti HarrisonHair Love on May 14, 2019
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Buy the Book • Goodreads
five-stars
Zuri's hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it's beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he LOVES his Zuri, and he'll do anything to make her -- and her hair -- happy.

Tender and empowering, Hair Love is an ode to loving your natural hair -- and a celebration of daddies and daughters everywhere. A perfect gift for special occasions including Father’s Day, birthdays, baby showers, and more!

About the Author

Chicago native Matthew A. Cherry is a former NFL wide receiver turned filmmaker who played for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals, Carolina Panthers, and the Baltimore Ravens. In 2007 he retired and moved to LA to pursue a career in entertainment. Now, he directs music videos, television, and short films, including “Hair Love,” the Academy award-winning short film based on this book. Matthew was named to Paste Magazine‘s list of Directors to Watch in 2016.

Vashti Harrison is the author-illustrator of the New York Times bestselling books Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History, Dream Big Little One,Little Legends, and Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’o. She earned her BA from the University of Virginia with a double major in Media Studies and Studio Art, and received her MFA in Film and Video from CalArts where she snuck into Animation classes to learn from Disney and Dreamworks legends. There she rekindled a love for drawing and painting. Now, utilizing both skill sets, she is passionate about crafting beautiful stories in both the film and picture book worlds.

SIMON B. RHYMIN’ by Dwayne Reed Blog Tour and Giveaway

March 5, 2021 By Heather Leave a Comment

Little Red Reads is happy to be hosting a spot on the SIMON B. RHYMIN’ by Dwayne Reed Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Make sure to enter the giveaway! 

About The Book:

Title: SIMON B. RHYMIN’

Author: Dwayne Reed

Pub. Date: March 2, 2021

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 224

Find it:  Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

A humorous and heartwarming bounce-to-the-beat underdog story about a young rapper whose rhymes help bring his community together.

Eleven-year-old Simon Barnes dreams of becoming a world-famous rapper that everyone calls Notorious D.O.G. But for now, he’s just a Chicago fifth grader who’s small for his age and afraid to use his voice.

Simon prefers to lay low at school and at home, even though he’s constantly spitting rhymes in his head. But when his new teacher assigns the class an oral presentation on something that affects their community, Simon must face his fears.

With some help from an unexpected ally and his neighborhood crew, will Simon gain the confidence to rap his way to an A and prove that one kid can make a difference in his ‘hood?


Book Trailer:

 


REVIEW: Simon is ready to start the fifth grade! He’s got his new school clothes and his mother’s support. His classmates make fun of him because of his size, but Simon is full of raps to make it through the year. This cute middle grade book with lyrics and illustrations tackles big issues. Simon takes on a report about homelessness and a friend he has made in an unexpected place. I’m told the audio version is catchy and we can’t wait to listen to Simon B. Rhymin’ with our emerging reader boys. Thanks to the author for making it fun!


 

About Dwayne Reed: 

Dwayne Reed is America’s favorite rapping teacher from Chicago. In 2016, the music video for his hit song, “Welcome to the 4th Grade,” went viral and has since been viewed nearly two million times on YouTube. When he’s not writing, rapping, or teaching, Dwayne can be found presenting at educator conferences across the U.S., or loving on his beautiful wife, Simone.

As a viral sensation, Reed spreads his message of inspiration and empowerment that reaches a weekly audience of more than 50,000 followers, subscribers, readers, listeners, and fans. Each month, hundreds of new and aspiring teachers attend his engaging live seminars and rousing, interactive workshops, to experience the thrill of teaching.

As an avid philanthropist, Reed has partnered with other iconic brands that include 3M, Old Navy, and Arby’s to celebrate educators and raise awareness of youth issues. Mr. Reed also supports countless youth charities, after-school programs, and educational nonprofits dedicated to student-centered learning and academic achievement. We invite you to visit him on Twitter at @TeachMrReed and at www.facebook.com/TeachMrReed.

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 Giveaway Details:

3 winners will win a finished copy of SIMON B. RHYMIN’, US Only. 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tour Schedule:

3/1/2021

For the Love of KidLit

Excerpt

3/1/2021

@bookshelfmomma

Review

3/2/2021

Nay’s Pink Bookshelf

Review

3/2/2021

Westveil Publishing

Excerpt

3/3/2021

A Dream Within A Dream

Excerpt

3/3/2021

BookHounds YA

Review

3/4/2021

Lifestyle of Me

Review

3/4/2021

Not In Jersey

Review

3/5/2021

Nerdophiles

Review

3/5/2021

Little Red Reads

Review


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