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The Adventures of Jocker and Bivy #1
Saving Upworld
Jocker and Bivy are ordinary cardinals, hoping to learn how to fly. But when they learn that their home is in danger from an army of ants, they must take action. With the help of a few new friends they meet along the way, Jocker and Bivy embark on a quest: Saving Upworld!
If you like Roald Dahl, Judy Blume, or Beverly Cleary, you'll love The Adventures of Jocker & Bivy!
If you like Roald Dahl, Judy Blume, or Beverly Cleary, you'll love The Adventures of Jocker & Bivy!
54 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 18, 2013
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T.J. Hawk
7 books1 followerT.J. Hawk believes every book should be an exciting adventure. He creates them for kids.
Writing under various pen names and across genres, T.J. Hawk has sold thousands of ebooks all over the world. He published The Adventures of Jocker & Bivy at the insistence of his own real-life Jocker and Bivy who wanted other children to enjoy the fabulous stories of the cardinal siblings and their friendly gang.
Writing under various pen names and across genres, T.J. Hawk has sold thousands of ebooks all over the world. He published The Adventures of Jocker & Bivy at the insistence of his own real-life Jocker and Bivy who wanted other children to enjoy the fabulous stories of the cardinal siblings and their friendly gang.
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April 11, 2013
Jocker and Bivy: Saving Upworld is a very creative story of two little sibling birds who have quite the adventure when they fall from the nest and venture into the "giant's house."
The animal characters the author uses to tell his story are likable and easy for a child to relate to. The birds are curious, just as children are, and the secondary characters are a nice mix of personalities.
I read this chapter book with my children and there were plenty of laughs, from both them and I. The story progresses quickly enough that the kids stayed entertained, but it also taught them a few things along the way about insects and the featured animals.
Jocker and Bivy are the type of characters that a child can grow to care about in a short amount of time and I think the author did a good thing by turning this into a series. By the time we finished the first book, my kids were already curious about what the second in the series would feature.
There are a few slightly scary moments in this children's book, but nothing that will send your little one to bed with nightmares. Moms and dads should be aware that there are slight mentions of what I would call "boy humor" in this story, mentions of bodily functions and so forth, but they are not written in a way that promotes being disgusting and they did evoke a laugh from my kids (all boys.)
I think this is a good opener for a series of books that children between the ages of 6-10 would particularly enjoy. My only real criticism would be that I believe this book could benefit from a few illustrations. My kids were flipping back to the cover every time a new character was introduced to see what they looked like, and they did mention that it was too bad there weren't any pictures inside. For a beginning reader, this would be simple enough to read without much help, and for older kids it would be a fun chapter book.
Overall, I was impressed by the quality and originality of both the story and the characters.
The animal characters the author uses to tell his story are likable and easy for a child to relate to. The birds are curious, just as children are, and the secondary characters are a nice mix of personalities.
I read this chapter book with my children and there were plenty of laughs, from both them and I. The story progresses quickly enough that the kids stayed entertained, but it also taught them a few things along the way about insects and the featured animals.
Jocker and Bivy are the type of characters that a child can grow to care about in a short amount of time and I think the author did a good thing by turning this into a series. By the time we finished the first book, my kids were already curious about what the second in the series would feature.
There are a few slightly scary moments in this children's book, but nothing that will send your little one to bed with nightmares. Moms and dads should be aware that there are slight mentions of what I would call "boy humor" in this story, mentions of bodily functions and so forth, but they are not written in a way that promotes being disgusting and they did evoke a laugh from my kids (all boys.)
I think this is a good opener for a series of books that children between the ages of 6-10 would particularly enjoy. My only real criticism would be that I believe this book could benefit from a few illustrations. My kids were flipping back to the cover every time a new character was introduced to see what they looked like, and they did mention that it was too bad there weren't any pictures inside. For a beginning reader, this would be simple enough to read without much help, and for older kids it would be a fun chapter book.
Overall, I was impressed by the quality and originality of both the story and the characters.
February 17, 2017
It's a neat and unique adventure to kill a Queen ant. The mixed insect-rats-cats-birds characters was also a blend of bonding together for the of a united cause.
However, the writing continuously pulls the story apart.
How would two nestlings know to compare a smell to that of musty shoes or books left out in the rain? Although they would know wet leaves after a thunderstorm. Maybe. At least that would be hitting it closer to home and realism.
What would they know about riddles, either? And why didn't they eat the ants?
Idk. I can't say I liked it. But it was better than a one star, falling (like a leaf!) shy of a three, though.
I wouldn't read anymore in this series and would discourage anyone from dropping everything to read it.
However, the writing continuously pulls the story apart.
How would two nestlings know to compare a smell to that of musty shoes or books left out in the rain? Although they would know wet leaves after a thunderstorm. Maybe. At least that would be hitting it closer to home and realism.
What would they know about riddles, either? And why didn't they eat the ants?
Idk. I can't say I liked it. But it was better than a one star, falling (like a leaf!) shy of a three, though.
I wouldn't read anymore in this series and would discourage anyone from dropping everything to read it.
May 31, 2013
A clever and imaginative character perspective compliments the storytelling and introduces readers to Jocker and Bivy: two young and adventurous cardinals. When they have decided to save their home by eliminating the carpenter ant queen, they meet several different creatures, and must learn to reason, befriend and persevere to complete their task.
While there are some scary moments, there is nothing that isn’t quickly and happily resolved for the main characters, so sleepless nights aren’t an issue. Additionally – both of the books in the series that I have read are simple to read – perfect for new ‘chapter readers’. It was a clever little story, showing the importance of making friends, being brave and standing with your friends and family.
I purchased this eBook with specific intention of using during the Children Read week at I am Indeed. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
While there are some scary moments, there is nothing that isn’t quickly and happily resolved for the main characters, so sleepless nights aren’t an issue. Additionally – both of the books in the series that I have read are simple to read – perfect for new ‘chapter readers’. It was a clever little story, showing the importance of making friends, being brave and standing with your friends and family.
I purchased this eBook with specific intention of using during the Children Read week at I am Indeed. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
March 13, 2013
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This is an absolutely adorable little book, a great story for young readers featuring animals. Highly recommended for your young readers, or those young at heart.
This is an absolutely adorable little book, a great story for young readers featuring animals. Highly recommended for your young readers, or those young at heart.
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