Review and Giveaway: What's That Noise? The Adventures of Forkman by Tiffany Caldwell and W.R. MacKenzie Illustrated by Vanessa Alexandre

 

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Book Details:

Book Title:  The Adventures of Forkman: What's That Noise? by Tiffany Caldwell and W.R. MacKenzie
Category:  Children's Fiction (Ages 3-7),  38 pages
Genre:  Children's Picture Book
Publisher:  Mascot Books
Release date:   Jan 2021
Content Rating:  G. This children's book is for everyone.

Book Description:

When poor manners are present, Forkman will be there to save the day! Join Kathryn and William as they learn how to load the dishwasher properly and avoid inappropriate distractions at the table with the help of all their utensil friends. This second book in the Adventures of Forkman series is a great introduction to mealtime etiquette for readers of all ages.

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My Thoughts:

I like children's books that are fun and teach a lesson or two. In What's That Noise?, Forkman, who is something like a superhero, teaches a couple of children (and even their parents) something new. 

This is a children's picture book that is divided in two chapters, three and four. There is an earlier book that must have the first two chapters. This particular book shows how to load a dishwasher and mealtime manners, like what noises should not be present at the family dinner table.

My ten year old son and I read this together. This may have seemed too young for him at first, but I think the lessons inside were invaluable and are a good reminder to all ages. In children's picture books, I think the art is very important and this one was really cute, especially Forkman and his friends. There were a couple of parts that had my son and I chuckling.

Overall I like the commonsense and manners that this book brings up and I think works well as great reminders for all ages.

I was provided a copy of this book from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.

Meet the Authors:

Tiffany Caldwell: I have worked with children for over thirteen years and every year basic manners become less evident. When I was growing up, my sisters and I took etiquette classes during the summer while we visited our grandparents. Etiquette was always a big part of our upbringing. When we would have our family dinners, my dad, W.R. MacKenzie, would make our utensils come to life as we were eating. Forkman became a part of our dinner routine! I am a mother of three great kids and military wife to my hero. A few years ago, I told my dad we needed to start writing our story. We are so excited to share Forkman with the world!

W.R. MacKenzie: I spent thirty-nine years in the bakery business. After I retired and my four children were grown, I felt it was time to share the importance of the family meal with the world. The Adventures of Forkman teaches children how to properly conduct themselves at the table. Our books are filled with characters all children can relate with and I believe Forkman and his crew will help children of all ages learn manners and table etiquette. 

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