Penny and Rio pet detectives are on the case again! This time, they must help a small mouse named Squeaky get his precious valuables out of a locked doghouse. With the help of Hobbes, the Great Dane, the foursome comes up with an ingenious plan to open the doghouse. But can they do it in time? Follow along the dynamic canine detectives Penny and Rio discover that they can do anything, as long as they work together. Mom’s Choice Award winning book. Sequel to award-winning Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting.My Thoughts:
This is the perfect children's book to introduce to your tween. I know most schools require that children read chapter books as they enable them to stop then come back to read for they don't feel too overwhelmed. What I like most about Penny and Rio is how this book teaches the importance of team work and dedication.
My daughter had nothing but positive things to say after she read the book. She loved how the photo's showed how the dogs and mouse interacted with one another. For her it was like a movie as she stated that she could not wait to see if they all were able to get in the dog house. This book may be a bit hard for a younger child to understand so I highly recommend this book for children over the age 6.
Meet Jennifer Swanson:
Jennifer was born with the love of reading. At the age of 5, she was already writing and illustrating her own stories. When she was in second grade, she wrote a play and coerced her friends to help her produce it. She has been writing ever since.
A 1990 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Jennifer also pursued her other love of science and became a prep school chemistry teacher. From there, her Navy career took her to Norfolk, VA where she was stationed with her husband, Jon.
Her life changed forever when they adopted Penny, their first dog. Penny was a wonderful addition to their family and less than a year later, they adopted Rio, her best pal. Little did Jennifer know that those dogs would become so important to her later in life. Jennifer kept writing during the next several years as she raised three children, supported her naval officer husband and taught both part and full time.
More Information:
You can buy a copy of the book on the Penny and Rio site and Jennifer will autograph it personally for the child who will be receiving it.
You can also contact your local school or local library and request the library purchase the book for their children’s collection. Jennifer provides a “forms” tab on her site that helps you to make the request!
Unique Gift Idea: Penny and Rio books are available on the Ripple Reader site! Ripple Reader is a web based audio player. Adults use Ripple Reader to make personalized audio recordings of children's picture books. Children use it to listen to these custom recordings over and over. GREAT idea for military families or for grandparents who live far away!! Imagine being able to read a bed time story to your child when you are away!
Penny and Rio books are now also available on Kindle!
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