  | Moose blasts off! (Duck and Moose) Author: Reedstrom, Kirk | |
| Price: $19.08 | ||
Summary:
Moose loves to use his imagination to play astronaut and invites Duck to join him one day. But there's just one problem-Duck doesn't know how to use his imagination! Moose teaches him and Duck soon realizes he loves using his imagination and loves imagining dinosaurs. Moose insists that dinosaurs do not play astronaut, however, and two soon begin arguing about the "right" way to play. In the end, Duck and Moose realize it's most fun when they work and imagine together. In graphic novel format.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (01/15/24)
School Library Journal (+) (02/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 02/01/2024 K-Gr 4—The adventures continue for the lovable odd couple, friends Duck and Moose. Although these two have their differences, their desire to spend time together puts them in funny situations that turn into laugh-out-loud moments for readers. In this the second series installment, Duck interrupts Moose while he's playing astronaut—his "favorite thing ever." True to form, Duck has a lot of questions about what this imaginary game is all about and wants to add his own flair. As the two try to play together, Duck's imagination runs wilder than Moose can handle. A story about two characters gets a special addition with transparent drawings of what is happening in their imaginations. The chance to see the inner workings of a silly animal's brain is another layer to an already strong visual representation of the characters' external characteristics, like Moose's frustration and Duck's enthusiasm. Each pencil, ink, and digital illustration is carefully constructed to enhance the humor and chaos that is Duck and Moose's relationship. Not only will this be a book series kids gravitate towards, but it has extensive opportunities for social-emotional lessons on communication, friendship, flexibility, and emotions. VERDICT A must-have series that is among the best that graphic novels have to offer.—Danielle Schwessinger - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
