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Book details
  • Genre:CHILDREN'S FICTION
  • SubGenre:Animals / Birds
  • Age Range (years):3 - 5
  • Language:English
  • Pages:34
  • Hardcover ISBN:9781667806754

Robbie To The Rescue!

by Laurie Nowlan

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Overview

Robbie To The Rescue! is a colorful picture book for the whole family. Moving to a new home is challenging for everyone--especially for a tiny bird like Robbie! Big brother Ben teases him about being a baby, so Robbie's filled with anxiety when they must migrate south for the winter. During their flight to Florida, he faces many obstacles. He proves how tough he really is when he rescues Ben. Beautifully illustrated by Pat Achilles, Robbie To The Rescue! demonstrates that brotherly love will triumph over fear. Receive a $4.00 discount at checkout by using the coupon code RobbieFlies.


Description

Robbie has only flown short flights to friends' nests or school. He's not sure he has the strength and endurance to fly all the way to Florida with big brother Ben. He's sad to leave his friends behind. Despite a scary storm and grueling journey, Robbie perseveres. Robbie rescues Ben, proving not only his courage, but how much he loves his teasing older brother. When Robbie finally lands in sunny Florida, he has matured and gained confidence. He's ready to make new friends. Even Ben has a new appreciation for his little brother! "Robbie To The Rescue!" will ease a child's anxiety about facing life's challenges, as well as strengthen the bonds of sibling love and loyalty.

About the author
Laurie Nowlan earned a BA in CreativeWriting/English and a MA in English. She taught middle & high school English, eventually becoming a Pre-K--12 administrator. She's been writing children's picture books and chapter books for many years, based on the bedtime stories she told her four children. When not writing, she enjoys tennis and playing with her grandchildren. Like Robbie and Ben, she and her husband enjoy visiting Florida in the cold winter months!

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