Claude on the Slopes
by Alex T. Smith
published by Peachtree Publishers
Coming October 1, 2014
The Blurb
Meet Claude. He is no ordinary dog--he leads an extraordinary life! Each day when his owners leave for work, Claude decides what adventure he will have. What will happen today?
Claude and his best friend, Sir Bobblysock, go to the Snowy Mountains to swish down the powdery slopes. When their winter wonderland threatens to avalanche, Claude must come to the rescue.
Claude at the Beach
by Alex T. Smith
published by Peachtree Publishers
The Blurb
In the third installment of Claude's hilarious adventures, Claude and Sir Bobblysock pack their bags and go on vacation to the beach. They rescue a man from a shark, win a sandcastle-bulding competition, and hunt for pirate treasure. Of course, they make it back home just before Mr. and Mrs. Shineyshoes come in from work.
My Two Cents
Claude is super cute. He has a kind of retro 60's vibe, and is just really adorable. While the story is pleasant (especially in Claude on the Slopes), it isn't the story I love--it's the illustrations. The color scheme is simple and the lines just scream with retro fun! I think we will see many more Claude books because the pictures are addicting, the storylines are simple, and, or course, he's a dog in underwear with a sock as his BFF!
I was also THRILLED to find these awesome printables to color with my kiddies:
These are a couple of my favorite illustrations from Claude on the Slopes:
What the Rest of the World is Saying
“With quirky illustrations and goofy humor, Claude's adventures will be catnip to 7- to 11-year-olds who like to laugh.” ―The Wall Street Journal
“With an amiable voice and a 1960's retro style with a French-flaired color palette starring black, white, and red, Alex T. Smith creates two charming and quirky friends who are fresh, fun, and resourceful.” ―Parents' Choice
Labels: 2014, illustrator love, picture book
