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Rocket Writes a Story
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Random House Children's Books 2012
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Inspire a lifelong love of reading with an irresistible dog named Rocket and his teacher, a little yellow bird in this sequel to the New York Times bestselling picture book, How Rocket Learned to Read.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY School Library JournalPublishers Weekly
"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story.
Tad Hills, the creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series delivers another heartwarming story, filled with fresh, charming art making this a favorite for story time. 
Don’t miss the animated movie based on the bestselling Rocket books—now airing on PBS!

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Street Date:
07/24/2012
Language:
English
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9780307974914
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AD: Adult Directed
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Tad Hills. (2012). Rocket Writes a Story. Random House Children's Books.

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Tad Hills. 2012. Rocket Writes a Story. Random House Children's Books.

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Tad Hills, Rocket Writes a Story. Random House Children's Books, 2012.

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Tad Hills. Rocket Writes a Story. Random House Children's Books, 2012.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY School Library JournalPublishers Weekly
"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story.
Tad Hills, the creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series delivers another heartwarming story, filled with fresh, charming art making this a favorite for story time. 
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"A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story.
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