FICTION

Crash, Splash, or Moo!

by Bob SHEA
Crash, Splash, or Moo! illus. by Bob Shea. 48p. Little, Brown. Sept. 2018. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9780316483018. POP
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PreS-Gr 2—Set up like a game show, Shea's latest humorous picture book asks participants to raise their hands and vote (CRASH!, SPLASH!, or MOO! are the options) for the outcome of stunts done by an Action Clam and Cow. Narration is done by an energetic host named Mr. McMonkey, and the prizes include bananas and a top secret end-of-the-book prize. The digital illustrations are as silly, unpredictable, and action-packed as the story line. It is impossible not to have fun while reading or listening to this zany story.
VERDICT The elements of interactivity make this a great storytime read-aloud. This story is also full of classroom extension possibilities, including activities involving new stunts and outcomes. Kids will line up for a chance to play.
Reviewed by Tanya Boudreau, Cold Lake Public Library, Alta. , Sep 01, 2018

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