Kids will be happy to see their favorite friends gathered together for this impromptu party.

As the wind whips the trees and large raindrops and jagged lightning fill the dark sky, Little Blue’s eyes shine and his garage glows with welcome. Readers will love reuniting with Jill McElmurry’s familiar blue truck and his good friend Toad in this nighttime adventure. Image copyright Jill McElmurry, 2019, text copyright Alice Schertle, 2019. ‘Don’t care for lightning! / Stormy nights are a little bit frightening!’” Cow agreed and asked to come in too. Soon, Goat and Hen came knocking, wanting a dry place to hide. “Thunder crashing! / Lightening flashing! / Two good friends / were homeward dashing.” They drove into their warm garage and closed the door. Toad, driving Little Blue Truck, bumpity-bumped down the road. Good Night, Little Blue Truck Written by Alice Schertle | Illustrated in the style of Jill McElmurry by John Joseph I’m excited to be teaming with HMH Books for Young Readers in an amazing book and toy prize pack. I received a copy of Good Night, Little Blue Truck for review consideration. Books, of course, make superb gifts for all ages! So whether you’re looking for a new or new-to-you book to read right now, or new titles to give to all the family and friends who will be on your list, this month is a perfect time to check out your local bookstore to see what wonderful books are on the shelves! Fall is a book bonanza as publishers release new books in all categories and the holiday gift-giving season beckons.

For readers every month is Book Month, but October is especially set aside to highlight books and the love of reading.

Little blue truck by alice schertle