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Buttons’ Backyard Treasure Hunt

Buttons’ Backyard Treasure Hunt by Brad McMullen

Worldbuilding: Aided the story
Plot: Straightforward
Characters: Roles are clear
Storytelling: Descriptive
Immersion: Didn’t want to put the book down
Emotional Response: Engaging
Thought Provoking: Did some research after reading
Cover: Matches the story well

Fun continuation of the story from the first book by having the main character go on an adventure. I can't get over the fact that there is a visual Easter egg that got me as an adult to reexamine the first and second books and be rewarded for noticing! See if your kids notice!

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An old Shirt and A New Name

An old Shirt and A New Name by Brad McMullen

Worldbuilding: Aided the story
Plot: Straightforward
Characters: Roles are clear
Storytelling: Descriptive
Immersion: Didn’t want to put the book down
Emotional Response: Strong emotions
Thought Provoking: New ideas came up
Cover: Matches the story well

Great children's book for parents that read manga or comics! From composition to facial expressions each page is visually interesting and accessible for early readers. The main character is adorable and serves as a great representation of the joy of adopting a pet!

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