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  • Published: 24 July 2012
  • ISBN: 9780375870866
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $45.00

Rocket Writes a Story: Read & Listen Edition





Rocket, the dog who has been teaching kids to read, returns--and just in time for back-to-school!

Inspire a lifelong love of reading with an irresistible dog named Rocket and his teacher, a little yellow bird in this sequel to the New York Times bestselling picture book, How Rocket Learned to Read.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY School Library JournalPublishers Weekly

"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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.

Tad Hills, the creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series delivers another heartwarming story, filled with fresh, charming art making this a favorite for story time. 

Don’t miss the animated movie based on the bestselling Rocket books--now airing on PBS!

  • Published: 24 July 2012
  • ISBN: 9780375870866
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $45.00

About the author

Tad Hills

Tad Hills is the author and illustrator of the New York Times bestselling picture books Duck & Goose and Duck, Duck, Goose. He has created four board books featuring the same characters: What's Up, Duck?, an ALA Notable Book; Duck and Goose, 1, 2, 3; Duck & Goose, How Are You Feeling?; and Duck and Goose Find a Pumpkin. He is also the illustrator of Waking Up Wendell, by April Stevens; My Fuzzy Friends; and Knock, Knock, Who's There? Tad Hills lives in Brooklyn with his wife, their two children, and a dog named Rocket who has not (yet) learned how to read!

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Praise for Rocket Writes a Story: Read & Listen Edition

"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." --Kirkus Reviews, Starred

Praise for How Rocket Learned to Read
"[This] picture book all about the joys of reading defies gravity . . . it may persuade tentative kindergarteners that school is worth a try; teachers and librarians will love it." --The Boston Globe