The Ring Bear: A Rascally Wedding Adventure
© Reviewed by Mary M. Alward
Title: The Ring Bear: A Rascally Wedding Adventure Author:David Michael Slater
Illustrator:S.G. Brooks
Publisher:Flashlight Press
ISBN:0972922512
Ages: 4 to 8
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Mom and Westley are a couple of deck swabbing, treasure hunting pirates - the most dreaded pair of pirates on the seven seas. Then, one day Mom tells Westley that she and Stan, a man who sometimes comes on board ship, are getting married.
Mom explains that she and Stan want him to be the ring bearer at the wedding. Westley thinks that Mom wants him to be a Ring Bear. He's upset and confused. He doesn't want Stan to be part of the pirate crew. Instead of becoming a "Ring Bear," Westley decides to become a real bear and wreak havoc on the wedding.
Humorous illustrations show the pirate team in action, Westley acting like a bear, and Westley hiding in his room that's been turned into a bear den.
In the end, Westley resolves his confusion over Mom's marriage with the help of - you guessed it - Mom and Stan.
Be sure to read this delightful tale to find out how Westley comes to grips with his new family situation.
David Michael Slater's snappy dialogue and S.G. Brooks beautiful life-like illustrations are a great combination.
This book is a must-read for all kids and adults who are struggling with the reality of bringing a new spouse and step-parent into the home.
****Highly Recommended.
About the Author:
David Michael Slater teaches Language Arts to seventh graders in Beaverton, Oregon. His first children's book was, Cheese Louise. In 2004, Clarion Books published, Jacques and Spock. David lives with his family in Portland, Oregon.
Check out David's website, for more great books.
About the Illustrator:
The illustrations of S.G. Brooks have appeared in Cricket Magazine, Humpty Dumpty and Ladybug. He also illustrated The Three Armadillies. Originally from Flint, Michigan, S.G. Brooks now lives in Washington, D.C.
Check out Scott's website, to view his portfolio, which is full of beautiful illustrations.
About the Publisher
Flashlight Press is located in Brooklyn, New York. Their goal is to offer children touching and humorous stories about family situations and to help kids deal with social issues. Shari Dash Greenspan is the Editor. Harry Mauer is the Publisher. Be sure to visit the website of Flashlight Press. They have some great books that you can seek out at the library or local bookstore.
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