Up and Down: And Other Stories (Fox & Chick #4)

by Sergio Ruzzier (Author)

Up and Down: And Other Stories (Fox & Chick #4)
Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade
Series: Fox & Chick

Fox and Chick are back in this newest book in the hilarious early reader series by Geisel honoree Sergio Ruzzier.

In the tradition of Frog and Toad, this critically acclaimed early reader series features Fox and Chick--two unlikely friends who, despite their differences, always manage to find a way to get along.

In this fourth book in the series, Fox and Chick climb a tree, build a bookcase, and catch snowflakes!

HILARIOUS, LAUGH-OUT-LOUD FUN: This unlikely duo will have readers rolling with laughter as they follow along with their antics!

PERFECT FOR NEW READERS: The universal characters, humor, and comic-style layout make this series ideal for newly independent readers.

AWARD WINNING: The first book in the series was awarded a Geisel Award honor for most distinguished book for beginning readers by the American Library Association. It was also a New York Times Notable Children's Book.

KIDS LOVE GRAPHIC NOVELS: This series will appeal to visually oriented readers as well as new readers who are eager to tackle graphic novels. Perfect for: Parents, Educators and librarians, Grandparents

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Kirkus Reviews

A marvelous visit with familiar friends! 

School Library Journal

K-Gr 3--Fox and Chick return in three new stories highlighting Chick's humorous lack of self-awareness and Fox's gentle encouragement. Chick panics atop a tree, seemingly unable to climb down; Chick impatiently counts each snowflake in anticipation of sledding; and Chick isn't sure what to do with a book gifted by Fox. Ruzzier's gentle palette, large panels, and spacious speech bubbles ensure early readers will be able to follow the text and sequence of events. The friends model good listening skills and kindness, with each animal speaking clearly and projecting warm smiles. Chick's adorable antics will elicit giggles--for instance, building build a bookshelf for one book--but Fox makes sure Chick is never the butt of a joke. VERDICT The fuzzy pair once more exhibit behavior to emulate as they resolve minor differences, withhold judgment, and meet each other where they are. Fans of the series will be as delighted as newcomers.

Copyright 2022 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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Sergio Ruzzier
Sergio Ruzzier is a Sendak Fellow whose work has been lauded by the Society of Illustrators, Communication Arts, and the Society of Publication Designers. Born in Milan, Italy, he now makes his home in Brooklyn, New York.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781452183398
Lexile Measure
510
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Publication date
July 20, 2022
Series
Fox & Chick
BISAC categories
JUV039060 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Friendship
JUV002040 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Birds
JUV002110 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Foxes
JUV009040 - Juvenile Fiction | Concepts | Opposites
Library of Congress categories
Friendship
Chickens
Graphic novels
Chicks
Foxes
Cartoons and comics

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