It was a beautiful spring day in Poppy's yard until...PLOP!
Poppy's day takes a sudden turn when she must find a creative solution to a sticky situation. Along the way she discovers that good things can and do blossom from messy challenges.
It was a beautiful spring day in Poppy's yard until...PLOP!
Poppy's day takes a sudden turn when she must find a creative solution to a sticky situation. Along the way she discovers that good things can and do blossom from messy challenges.
What happens when a little girl goes outside to play and winds up with bird poop in her hair? What lessons can be learned from the unexpected? Is an unpleasant experience always negative or permanent?
These are some of the questions addressed in this sweet and gentle story about a little girl, Poppy, and what happens when her day takes a sudden turn. It is also about how Poppy finds a creative solution to a sticky situation during her unexpected adventures with a mama robin on a beautiful spring day.
Young Poppy is walking along, enjoying a sunny day in the great outdoors when all of a sudden, Plop! Something wet and yucky lands on her head. Bird poop! She gets washed up and decides to go outside again. This time, however, Poppy is prepared with a good hat. But she gets hit with bird poop again, this time on her shoulder. Ugh! The next time she goes out, Poppy is prepared with extra gear, including a raincoat, boots, and goggles.
When Poppy sees a little brown bird sitting on a branch above her, she finally realizes that the bird did not poop on her intentionally. Instead, the bird is intent on building a nest for her babies. Poppy awaits the arrival of the baby birds along with the robin as Poppy's new feathered friend sits on her eggs.
Young readers will see how what seems like an unpleasant, negative experience can blossom into something both beautiful and delightful in this witty and engaging picture book. Youâd best keep your umbrella about you, because you never know when a âmessy meetingâ might happen!
This is a clever, highly readable book with "bite-sized" sentences that are easy to digest. Vivid color illustrations and age-appropriate vocabulary enhance this charming and enjoyable read. Written for an elementary reading level, this gentle and uplifting story will capture the imagination of children and parents alike! Indeed, A Messy Meeting is sure to charm young readers and those who love them.Â