Rocko and Spanky Go to a Party

by Kara LaReau, Jenna LaReau (Illustrator)

Overview

Rocko and Spanky have been invited to a birthday party. Before they go, they have lots to do. First they need to find a gift. Then they must find something to wear. But there's one very important detail Rocko and Spanky have forgotten . . . so when they finally get to the party, they're in for a BIG surprise!

Sisters Kara and Jenna LaReau invite you to a coming-out party--the first book in a new series starring Rocko and Spanky, a crafty, spunky (and uncommonly funky) pair of sock monkeys.

With complete instructions for wrapping a present the Rocko and Spanky way!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780547564302
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date:	05/01/2004
Series:	Rocko and Spanky
Sold by:	HARPERCOLLINS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	40
File size:	23 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	3 Months to 3 Years

About the Author

Author Kara LaReau has also worked as a children's book editor.
 

Editorial Reviews

Rocko and Spanky Socko (twin sock monkeys, naturally) really know how to party. And it's a good thing, as they are invited to "a party at Shelly's House" in this kicky debut picture book by a sister-sister team. Upon receiving an invitation that promises "Friends! Presents! Cake! Fun!," Rocko and Spanky set off to find the perfect present for their pal. Much debate ensues at the Gift-o-Rama before the perky pair select a pair of brown, red-heeled socks. But when they arrive at Shelly's house, present in tow, the cheeky chimps find that the surprise is on them. Kara LaReau gives real oomph to her tale by employing plenty of snappy repartee: " `What about these boots?' asks Spanky. `Can I pull off the western look?' `Please do,' says Rocko." As complement, Jenna LaReau's artwork harmoniously contains an impressive array of media, from photographs and computer illustration to acrylics and collage. Her characters-old toys seemingly come to life-as well as a predominantly red-green-yellow palette give the book a pleasantly retro look. A cheery note about gift giving and instructions on creating snazzy gift wrap from household items is included on the final spread. After this fashionable and sweet-natured romp, young readers will surely want to join Rocko and Spanky for more adventures. Ages 3-7. (May) Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

Publishers Weekly

PreS-Gr 1-Two sock monkeys believe that they are invited to a friend's party, but it turns out that it's a surprise birthday party for them. The story has little action, and the illustrations are bland and dully colored. The drawings of the monkeys lack any sense of animation and do not portray the mischievous and fun-loving nature that the author was attempting to show. Stick with Eileen Christelow's "Five Little Monkeys" books (Clarion) or H. A. Rey's classic "Curious George" titles (Houghton).-Sheilah Kosco, Rapides Parish Library, Alexandria, LA Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

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