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This delightful picture book reminds kids it's okay to make mistakes. Learn from them. Apologize. And don't be afraid to ask for help!
"There were three things that all of the other fairies knew about Luna Bloom. She always wore purple, she never met a creature she didn't like, and she was easily distracted. Therefore, she was always late."
Luna Bloom may not be the most punctual tooth fairy, but she sure is dedicated! After studying diligently at the Tooth Fairy Academy, Luna is finally ready to put her training to the test. Will her wandering mind get the best of her? Follow along as she does her best to gather everyone's lost teeth in one night.
If the tooth fairy has ever skipped past your house, The Tardy Tooth Fairy is for you. This book offers readers the answer to what tooth fairies really do and the relief of knowing that the tooth fairy probably hasn't forgotten you-they're just late! Watching Luna attempt to break her untimely habits will teach us to be more understanding and remind us that it's all right to take a moment to breathe.
"If you've ever woken to find a forgotten tooth, you might need to seek the help of a sleuth. But listen close, for the reason may be that it is just the fault of a tardy tooth fairy."
Luna Bloom was well-known to her peers for three reasons. One, she always wore purple. And who can blame herâthe color is fabulous! Two, she never met a creature she didn't like. Even a black mamba or piranha? Not me! Lastly, she was easily distracted; therefore, she was always late. Many kids and parents will relate to number three, especially in the morning on school days.
Luna Bloom had a valid reason for her tardiness; she was distracted by the world's wonders, and those curiosities caused her to ponder questions. For instance: "How do ladybugs get their spots?" This question made me stop and do a little internet investigating. I encourage you to look it up since the answer was not disclosed in the story or the end credits.Â
Luna Bloom knew her lack of punctuality would not fly when she became a tooth fairy. She wanted to make her family proud and vowed to work on her tardy behavior. The day before her first assignment, Luna was bubbling with mixed emotions. She was excited and nervous, typical reactions for the first day of a job, new school, or class. Luna knew all would go well tomorrow because Marigold, the most talented tooth fairy in the land, would be by her side. She never imagined Marigold would call in sick, but that exactly what happened. Without Marigold to keep Luna on track and away from distractions, the newly crowned tooth fairy couldn't resist all the tempting sights and smells or the cat who wanted pets. As a cat owner, I couldn't resist scratching the fairy-sized kitty, either!Â
Luna's first night as a tooth fairy didn't go as planned; mistakes were made. At this point in the story, readers hear comforting words from Luna's mentor and teacher, Marigold. Kids also learn what "flower breath" is. (You and your youngster will discover what that is when you read the story!)
The author and number 1 tooth fairy gave Luna Bloom a wonderful pep talk, words to live by: Mistakes will happen; when they do, it's important to say, "I'm sorry." Learn from them and don't be scared or nervous to ask for help!Â
The Tardy Tooth Fairy is a delightful picture book that reminds readers it's okay to make mistakes. Learn from them. Apologize. And don't be afraid to ask for help!
I agree with Amazon's recommended reading age of 4-8 years.Â
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Synopsis
"There were three things that all of the other fairies knew about Luna Bloom. She always wore purple, she never met a creature she didn't like, and she was easily distracted. Therefore, she was always late."
Luna Bloom may not be the most punctual tooth fairy, but she sure is dedicated! After studying diligently at the Tooth Fairy Academy, Luna is finally ready to put her training to the test. Will her wandering mind get the best of her? Follow along as she does her best to gather everyone's lost teeth in one night.
If the tooth fairy has ever skipped past your house, The Tardy Tooth Fairy is for you. This book offers readers the answer to what tooth fairies really do and the relief of knowing that the tooth fairy probably hasn't forgotten you-they're just late! Watching Luna attempt to break her untimely habits will teach us to be more understanding and remind us that it's all right to take a moment to breathe.
About the author
I'm an elementary school counselor/mom/avid reader/amateur baker and feel passionately about the healing power of books. It's always been a dream to publish, so The Tardy Tooth Fairy is close to my heart! I hope to continue sharing my love of storytelling through creating future books. view profile
Published on July 23, 2024
Published by Blue Balloon Books
1000 words
Genre: Picture Books
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