Popper is a sweet little woodpecker who is trying to find a new home. Now that he is grown, it’s time for him to leave the nest and find a home of his own. The first book in the Popper and Friends series, follow along as Popper explores different options and gets helpful advice from his friends.
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I received a complimentary copy of this book from iRead Book Tours. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.
Story: Like most parents, we hope that when our kiddos leave the nest, they don’t “fly” too far away from home. We want them (our children) to spread their wings and soar but still be close to us (parents) as well.
I loved following Popper’s search for a new home & reading which ones were not ideal and why. When parents or educators read Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home aloud, I’s suggest asking your children or students if they know why certain places would be the wrong home for Popper before you divulge the answer.
Illustrations: Yulia Potts seemed to tap into a child’s mind when they drew up the animals and people. For example, Popper’s color scheme was full of color and nothing like a realistic woodpecker, which is spectacular, in my opinion. I think children will love the character even more because of it. My youngest laughed at Filbert the squirrel’s plump cheeks and the dizzy-looking kitty, who appeared to be eating a sausage link. She even thought Webster the spider was cute, and she never finds them adorable.
Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home by IL Ritchie is appropriate for various ages. Non-readers can point out and name the animals and make their sounds, while experienced reads will have little to no trouble with the text. It’s also a great story to read in a classroom or by a librarian.
Craft idea: Build a birdhouse. Draw your version of a woodpecker and its home.
I loved following Popper’s search for a new home & reading which ones were not ideal and why. When parents or educators read Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home aloud, I’s suggest asking your children or students if they know why certain places would be the wrong home for Popper before you divulge the answer.
Illustrations: Yulia Potts seemed to tap into a child’s mind when they drew up the animals and people. For example, Popper’s color scheme was full of color and nothing like a realistic woodpecker, which is spectacular, in my opinion. I think children will love the character even more because of it. My youngest laughed at Filbert the squirrel’s plump cheeks and the dizzy-looking kitty, who appeared to be eating a sausage link. She even thought Webster the spider was cute, and she never finds them adorable.
Popper and Friends: Popper Finds a New Home by IL Ritchie is appropriate for various ages. Non-readers can point out and name the animals and make their sounds, while experienced reads will have little to no trouble with the text. It’s also a great story to read in a classroom or by a librarian.
Craft idea: Build a birdhouse. Draw your version of a woodpecker and its home.
Heart Rating System:
1 (lowest) and 5 (highest)
Score: ❤❤❤❤❤
1 (lowest) and 5 (highest)
Score: ❤❤❤❤❤
Meet the Author:
A California native, IL Ritchie lives in San Francisco, where he is creating new adventures for Popper and his friends.
connect with the author: goodreads
Thanks for the positive review! It was really fun to write this book, and Yulia did an amazing job with the illustrations!!