A Trip to Sunny Island - Paperback

by Catherine A. Thornton (Author), Elizabeth L. Haskins (Illustrator)

Shake the book! Hide behind a pillow! Help Ernest the cat outsmart the pirates!

A funny, interactive read-aloud bedtime picture book for ages 3-6, where your little one is part of the adventure.Ernest Hemingwhiskers loves telling bedtime stories to his cuddly plushie, Goldie. Tonight, Goldie wants a story about a cruise to Sunny Island, but uh-oh! Ernest grabs tickets for the pirate ship by mistake! Pirates, tricks, and tricycles... oh my!Now Ernest, Goldie, and your little one have to stop the pirates from stealing the king's crown. Along the way, they meet a homesick myna bird named Maybelle who needs their help getting home. With your child's help, there's sure to be a happy ending!Your child gets to: - Hide under the blanket or behind a pillow- Shake the book to rock the pirate ship- Pretend to rub suntan lotion on Ernest's cute kitty nose- Kiss Goldie good nightWhat's inside: - A gentle, interactive bedtime story starring a kind, adventurous, and supportive hero- Short, simple text that's easy for new readers and easy for grownups to read aloud- Vibrant cartoon illustrations packed with hidden details to hunt for- Recurring friends: Ernest, Goldie, Maybelle the myna bird, and many more- Themes of kindness, helpfulness, and good manners, with no scary moments- A bonus "Meet the Myna Bird" page with real photos, so kids can learn about real-life myna birdsPerfect for bedtime, storytime, preschool and kindergarten classrooms, and gifts for birthdays, holidays, and new readers.Scroll up and click "Buy Now" to start the adventure!The Ernest Hemingwhiskers SeriesBook 1: A Trip to Sunny IslandBook 2: A Pirate Birthday Party