Two Birds . . . and a Moose: Ready-to-Read Level 1

by James Preller, Abigail Burch (Illustrator)

Overview

From award-winning author James Preller comes the first book in a Level 1 Ready-to-Read series about a moose looking for birds of a feather!

Moose really wants to join two birds at the top of a tree. But how does a moose climb up a tree, and what will he do when he gets to the top? Find out in this delightfully silly story about a moose on a mission...and the birds that are in for a pleasant, moonlit surprise!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781665948791
Publisher:	Simon Spotlight
Publication date:	08/27/2024
Series:	...and a Moose
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.10(d)
Age Range:	4 - 6 Years

About the Author

James Preller is the author of the popular Jigsaw Jones mystery books, which have sold more than 10 million copies. He is also the author of Bystander, named a 2009 Junior Library Guild Selection; Six Innings, an ALA Notable Book; and Mighty Casey, his own twist on the classic poem “Casey at the Bat.” In addition to writing full time, Preller plays in a men’s hardball league and coaches Little League. He compares coaching kids to “trying to hold the attention of a herd of earthworms.” He lives in Delmar, New York, with his wife, three children, and their cats and dog.

Abigail Burch is an illustrator working from her little studio in south London. She specializes in character-based illustration, drawing inspiration from the everyday to create bold, colorful illustrations full of joy and humor. She loves to fill her work with subtle, playful details, creating engaging, lighthearted illustrations that make you smile. Visit her online at AbigailBurch.co.uk.

Editorial Reviews

07/01/2024

Gr 1–3—Two birds watch and cheer on a moose who is determined to climb their tree and sit with them. Moose attempts his climb unconventionally with a pogo stick, balloon, and finally a tightwire, until he has success. But then the always funny, "What do I do now?" realization hits. Confusion might arise when children point out Moose had access to a ladder the whole time, but it's no more confusing than why a moose would want to climb a tree in the first place. Spare language complements the cartoon illustrations that are captivating in their simplicity, and visual clues will illicit giggles from young readers as they follow along with moose's bumbling actions. For instance, Moose's movement is especially well-relayed with a comic fall from a wobbly, unsuccessful tightwire walk attempt and a sequence of a slow balloon ascent followed by a quick descent with a popped balloon. VERDICT An entertaining choice, with appropriate language for the developing reader.—Melisa Bailey

School Library Journal