Overview

This award-winning picture book by former teacher, Ashley Wall, is sure to engage all construction loving children. A fun-filled friendship story about our favorite things that go...CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES! Luke can't believe his eyes when he looks from his window and sees a bulldozer outside...with his name on it! He feels like the luckiest boy in the world vrooming around with his best buddy, his dog Bobo. But the fun is only getting started when his friends ride in on a dump truck, steamroller, and excavator. Come join these kind-hearted friends for an amazing day of construction adventure! Kids will love turning the final page of the story to discover a sneak peek at book two. ENGAGING & FUN CHILDREN'S BOOK: Having your toys come alive is every kid's dream. Build your child's imagination with these kindhearted friends and their learning adventures. BOOK 1 OF THE UPCOMING SERIES: The Day I Had...where Luke and his friends use their imaginations to have larger than life adventures all while showing kindness, teamwork, and inclusion. TEACHES TEAMWORK AND ENCOURAGEMENT: Through learning about their new vehicles to helping others, this delightful story presents real-world skills delivered by young friends your child can relate to. Perfect for: Young truck, tractor, and construction fans. Preschool and kindergarten children. Gifting for birthdays, holidays, and all occasions. Readers with big imaginations and big dreams.

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9781960616005

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Reviews

Kirkus's editors pick for the September 2023 issue. Readers' Choice Book Award Finalist Independent Publishing Book Award Silver Medalist Eric Hoffer Award Finalist ""A message-driven tale that will appeal most to young construction-vehicle enthusiasts...Our verdict: GET IT!"" --Kirkus ""Former teacher Wall debuts with a rip-roaring celebration of construction machinery."" --Booklife ""Ashley Wall creates an engagingly fantastic story about kids who adopt new skills and information, sharing their fun together and helping each other problem-solving the ironic, lively conundrums that evolve from trying new things..."" --Midwest Book Review

Author Information

Ashley Wall, M.Ed., is a former educator and a passionate architect of imagination! With a master's degree in education and a wealth of teaching experience, Ashley has a unique vision: to empower young minds and develop a lifelong love for reading. When she's not busy crafting fun stories and engaging adventures, you'll find her diving into creative projects with her two children. Inspired by their vivid imaginations, Ashley launched a diverse group of friends who embark on larger-than-life experiences, captivating the hearts of little readers everywhere. Fueled by the belief that imagination is a powerful catalyst for change, Ashley knows that the journey begins at infancy. Through captivating tales and boundless creativity, she is dedicated to building a brighter future--one story at a time. Join Ashley on this exciting adventure, where every turn of the page unlocks new worlds waiting to be explored! Vaughan loves drawing pictures that make kids giggle. His first attempt at illustrating a children's picture book, 'The Ant Explorer', was shortlisted for the Lothian Centenary Children's Book Award. In 2020 he illustrated 'Big Beach BBQ', published by Larrikin House. 'Facing the Wave' quickly followed in 2022. Without knowing it, kids throughout Australia have grown up with Vaughan's illustrations because he's illustrated over 300 textbooks and readers for educational publishers. Before he became mega-famous, Vaughan designed toys (so much fun) and kids' lunch boxes and back packs.

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