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Kai to the Rescue!: Kai to the Rescue Hardcover – Picture Book, August 30, 2016

by Audrey Penn (Author), Mike Yamada (Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 34 ratings
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Will the red fire trucks accept the new green-and-white fire trucks at Firehouse #10?

Kai is a small green-and-white pumper truck who moves into Firehouse #10. Firehouse #10 has some of the biggest, reddest fire trucks around. So how can Kai fit in with the other fire trucks? When a big fire breaks out, it's Kai who saves the day!From the New York Times bestselling author of The Kissing Hand, Audrey Penn, Kai to the Rescue! is a delightful story that celebrates the differences that make every one of us special. The trucks come to life with the exciting, kid-friendly art of up-and-coming animator and illustrator Mike Yamada!Kai to the Rescue! is perfect for National Fire Prevention Month (October) and Fire Prevention Week (the second week of October).Confidence comes in all colors, shapes, and sizes!
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 5 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - Kindergarten
  5. Dimensions
    8.75 x 0.5 x 11.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Orchard Books
  7. Publication date
    August 30, 2016
  8. ISBN-10
    054581636X
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0545816366
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Editorial Reviews

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PreS-Gr 1—Three red fire trucks live at Firehouse #10, "side by side, clean and polished, ready for the next day's action." Enter a tiny green and white pumper truck. Small and shy, Kai finds crayons to color himself red in an attempt to fit in. Despite his best efforts, he is ignored, teased, and pushed aside while others take the lead. When an underbrush fire presents a challenge, only a tiny pumper truck can handle it. Now Firehouse #10 is a team of four—a team known for its collaboration, individual talents, skills, and confidence. Praise comes from the previously skeptical Captain, who now voices his belief that size and color don't matter: "When the fire is out, we all look the same: the color of dirt, ash, and grime." Light washes over digital cartoon images, revealing expressive faces in windshields and truck hoods while featuring details of the action and darkened areas of the station. Although the text is limited mostly to multiple lines in a single area of each page, alternating full-page and spotlight illustrations accentuate the vibrantly painted details and keep pages turning with a winning hero and a message of inclusiveness. VERDICT A recommended general purchase for all libraries, perfect for vehicle-themed programs.—Mary Elam, Learning Media Services, Plano ISD, TX

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Praise for The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn and illustrated by Ruth E. Harper:A #1 New York Times bestsellerA 2007 NEA Survey Educators' Top 100 Children's BookPraise for A Pocket Full of Kisses by Audrey Penn and illustrated by Barbara Leonard Gibson"Penn understands the powerful pull of old-fashioned sentiment." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Bedtime Blastoff! by Luke Reynolds and illustrated by Mike Yamada:"Yamada's digital illustrations amplify the creativity of this duo, offering detailed images of the child's bedroom as it becomes a sort of infinite and diverse playground. ... With its simple, declarative text and lively illustrations, this is an ideal story for transportation-themed storytimes or for launching kids to bedtime." -- Kirkus Reviews

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orchard Books; Illustrated edition (August 30, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 054581636X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0545816366
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 5 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - Kindergarten
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.5 x 11.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 34 ratings

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4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 out of 5
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jennifer l baldwin
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely reccomend for any toddler great story.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2020
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This was a cute book with a great story. Even better my grandson's name is Kai.
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BeckyT
5.0 out of 5 stars A fun book even without the name connection
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2018
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My grand-nephew's name is Kai so of course I had to purchase this book for him. It was well reviewed and when he received it, he was thrilled to see the spunky main character with his name. A fun book even without the name connection.
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anonymous
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book 👍🏻
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2020
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Excellent Kids Book! I gift this book all the time! The story line and message are perfect for kids!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2019
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Such a cute story and great illustrations!
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Melissa R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2018
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So cute!
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Jenny
5.0 out of 5 stars My 3 year old son loves this
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2019
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Great story and message
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Roni
5.0 out of 5 stars Kai
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2019
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Perfect book for kids
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cheapmedstud
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful life lessons disguised in firetrucks
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2017
I can't believe this book is not more popular and doesn't have a million 5 star reviews. Your kids will be drawn to this book if they like firetrucks, however the actual content of the book teaches life lessons to kids- about being your true self, listening to authority even if you disagree, proving yourself to others, the importance of paying attention and observing, and using these opportunities to reach your full potential. I love reading this to my son, you will too!
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