Where's My T-R-U-C-K?
Written by: Karen Beaumont
Illustrated by: David Catrow
Published by: Dial Books, 2011
32 pages
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Tommy's not himself today. He's lost his T-R-U-C-K! And no matter what Mom, Dad, sis, brother, and Grandma offer, it's just not as fun as his best red truck. The family dog isn't as picky, and sharp-eyed readers will wonder what happens to the cast-off toys Bowser gets his mouth around. Meanwhile, Tommy tears through the house and yard to hilarious and poignant effect, only to discover, in a grand moment of triumph, sneaky Bowser's secret stash. Hooray! Tommy's found his T-R-U-C-K! Come on Bowser, let's go play!
A welcome addition to the community of strong-willed but endearing picture-book protagonists, Tommy proves you can be in a funk and still be a sweet kid.
* Karen Beaumont has written several other children's books, a couple of which we've already read. This book, told in rhyme, is about Tommy, a young boy who loses his favorite toy truck. While his family tries to suggest different things for him to play with, Tommy goes on a search for his truck. There's a satisfying ending and after seeing where the truck was hidden, it's fun to go back to the story and see what else was taken.
Family Rating: 1 1/2 thumbs up.
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