Perfect Picture Book Friday: FAMOUSLY PHOEBE

Posted on October 6, 2017 by viviankirkfield

Happy Perfect Picture Book Friday! Fall is here in New England…leaves are changing color and the temps are decidedly chilly when I get up in the morning.

2017 has exploded with amazing children’s books and I’m thrilled to bring you one that will help older siblings when the new baby arrives. Author Lori Alexander is offering a copy of her newest picture book as a giveaway. Please make sure you leave a comment below and come back tomorrow to double your entries when she stops by to chat about the writing life.

FAMOUSLY PHOEBE

Written by Lori Alexander

Illustrated by Aurelie Blard-Quintard

Published by Sterling Children’s Books (2017)

Ages: 4-7

Themes: Sibling rivalry, family dynamics, self-worth

Synopsis:

From Amazon:

Phoebe was the shining star of her family. Then someone came along to take her place.
For as long as Phoebe can remember, she’s known the clickety click click of a photographer snapping her picture. Thanks to the camera-carrying “paparazzi” (aka Mom and Dad), she’s always been the star of the show . . . until the day a tiny newcomer arrives on set.
Will Phoebe learn to share the spotlight and assume the role she was born to play: big sister? This sweet tale of sibling rivalry resolved is perfect for every older brother and sister.

Why I like this book:

A story that engages from the opening lines to the last page.
Fabulous bold illustrations that invite the reader into the action.
A universal theme that never loses its appeal.

RELATED ACTIVITIES

Make a Family Newspaper

Photo courtesy: http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/

You will need: Paper, ruler, pencil/pen, markers/crayons, family photos, scissors, glue

What fun! Each family member can write a column for this newspaper!

For detailed instructions: http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-a-family-newspaper-to-talk-about-family-news/

Please make sure you come back tomorrow when we chat with Lori Alexander on Write for Cookies. And don’t forget that one of the greatest gifts you can give an author is to review their books on Amazon or Goodreads.

For more great picture book reviews and activities, hurry over to Susanna Hill’s Perfect Picture Book Friday post.

Wishing you all a safe and happy weekend!

35 thoughts on “Perfect Picture Book Friday: FAMOUSLY PHOEBE”

Laurie L. Warchol on October 6, 2017 at 7:41 am said:

This is such a fresh approach to this theme and I can’t wait to read it.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:43 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much, Laurie!
  
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carolegerber on October 6, 2017 at 7:54 am said:

Such a clever take! These days, every child has thousands of photos taken. When I was growing up, it was birthday, Easter, and Christmas. I still have those fuzzy childhood images!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:44 pm said:
  
  Yes, it was special occasions only. And then you had to wait for your parents to get the filmed developed!
  
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curryelizabeth on October 6, 2017 at 7:54 am said:

This sounds adorable! Looking forward to the interview. Congrats Lori and thank you Vivian!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:45 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much, Elizabeth!
  
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Barbara Cairns on October 6, 2017 at 8:32 am said:

Thanks, Vivian for another great tip for welcoming a new baby into the family. Congratulations to Lori for what sounds like a perfect book for parents and their first-born.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:45 pm said:
  
  Thanks, Barbara!
  
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mariagianferrari on October 6, 2017 at 11:13 am said:

This looks like such a cute book! Thanks for sharing, Vivian. I saw it over on Tara’s blog too 🙂

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:46 pm said:
  
  Thanks for tuning in to another PHOEBE post, Maria!
  
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Marty Mokler Banks on October 6, 2017 at 11:17 am said:

I love the perfectly contemporary theme of mom and dad as paparazzi. Thanks for the heads up, Vivian!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:47 pm said:
  
  This was a fun one to write! Thanks for checking it out, Marty.
  
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- viviankirkfield on October 9, 2017 at 11:07 pm said:
  
  Hey Marty! How are you doing? Thanks so much for stopping by…we should Skype or something one day…I miss my Rocky Mountain SCBWI buddies! And I agree…the mom and dad paparazzi is one of my favorite parts. 🙂
  
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Beth Anderson on October 6, 2017 at 11:39 am said:

Love the title and the take on an older siblings hold on the attention. Looking forward to seeing this one!! Thanks, Vivian!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:47 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much, Beth!
  
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Maria Marshall on October 6, 2017 at 12:34 pm said:

Definitely sounds interesting. I’ll have to go find this one. Love your activity.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:48 pm said:
  
  Love the idea of a family newspaper! Thanks for checking out FAMOUSLY PHOEBE 🙂
  
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Cathy Ballou Mealey on October 6, 2017 at 12:44 pm said:

I can’t wait to read about Phoebe! Kids certainly aren’t camera-shy anymore. Such a great cover image too.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 6, 2017 at 1:49 pm said:
  
  Aurelie did a wonderful job with the artwork. The last spread is my favorite. Thanks for posting, Cathy!
  
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Sandy Perlic on October 6, 2017 at 1:55 pm said:

Definitely want to check this book out. The title and premise are wonderful, and the cover is so eye-catching.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:04 am said:
  
  Thanks, Sandy! Aurelie did a beautiful job with the art.
  
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Diane Tulloch on October 6, 2017 at 4:34 pm said:

Cute book and love the fresh approach to a common theme. Love the family newspaper idea too.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:05 am said:
  
  Thanks, Diane! The newspaper idea is great–that was all Vivian!
  
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Jilanne Hoffmann on October 6, 2017 at 5:36 pm said:

This is so funny. Parents as paparazzi. Brilliant! Guess my older brothers felt this way about me, too. 😀 And I love your newspaper activity. Kids can feature pictures of themselves and their family in the pages.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:07 am said:
  
  Thanks, Jilanne! Yes, we’re going to have to try a family newspaper in our house. Great writing practice for kids.
  
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mona861 on October 6, 2017 at 6:44 pm said:

This sounds like fun and the cover illustration is so fun and fitting!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:07 am said:
  
  Thanks, Mona!!
  
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Patricia Tilton on October 6, 2017 at 10:44 pm said:

Oh Wow! How many of us are guilty of being the photography paparazzi. My great grandson is dealing with a new brother and this would be a great book for him. All of a sudden, everything is “mine.” Gave him the book “Mine!” by Jeff Mack and it’s his favorite book. Need to add this one!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:08 am said:
  
  Thanks, Patricia! Have fun with your great grand kids!
  
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lilyerlic on October 7, 2017 at 1:18 am said:

Lori, thank you for a wonderful picture book. I could use this in my preschool classroom. I know many moms who would love this book. Many of the preschool children have younger siblings.
All the best,
Lily

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 7, 2017 at 11:09 am said:
  
  Thanks for the kind words, Lily!
  
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Sue Heavenrich on October 7, 2017 at 9:21 pm said:

It’s tough to be a celebrity and then – poof! some young upstart robs you of fame and photo ops. This looks like such a fun story.

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 9, 2017 at 12:55 am said:
  
  Right? Thanks for checking out my post, Sue!
  
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Andrea Mack on October 8, 2017 at 8:45 pm said:

I’m looking forward to reading this one! Such a great concept and so timely!

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- Lori Veraldi Alexander on October 9, 2017 at 12:55 am said:
  
  Thanks, Andrea. It was a fun one to write!
  
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