Book details
Hot Rod Hamster
Description
A hamster, with the help of a canine junkyard dealer and his mouse assistants, builds a hot rod and drives it in a race against some very large dogs. This interactive read-aloud picture book for the very young, created by Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NYT bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson, features an extremely lovable and adorable hamster. From Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NYT bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson comes an interactive read-aloud picture book for the very young-featuring an extremely lovable and adorable hamster. Old car, new car, shiny painted blue car, rust car, clean car, itty-bitty green car. WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE? Newbery Honor-author Cynthia Lord and New York Times bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson put the pedal to the metal in this endearing, rhythmic, rip-roaring race to the finish line where a hamster creates a sizzling hot rod with a little help from his new furry friends and YOU!
Age
2-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
40 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Encourages a Love for Reading: 'Hot Rod Hamster' is a fun and engaging story that captures the imagination of young readers, making it a perfect book to instill a love for reading at an early age.
- Teaches Important Life Lessons: Through the adventures of the hamster protagonist, the book imparts valuable lessons about determination, friendship, and the importance of being true to oneself.
- Promotes Language Development: With its rhyming text and playful language, 'Hot Rod Hamster' helps children develop their language skills, including vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and reading fluency.
- Provides Enjoyable Family Time: Reading 'Hot Rod Hamster' together with children provides an opportunity for family bonding and discussion, while also enjoying the delightful illustrations and the exciting story.