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Puddle Jumpers
It’s a rainy day in the month of May and Sam spots a rainbow, and then a puddle. A perfect spring puddle. His mother warns, “No! No jumping in puddles! You must keep clean today!” but Sam can’t stop himself from testing the water with his galoshes. And then the puddle invites him to play. The puddle whispers, “Jump, Puddle Jumper, jump!” and with that very first jump, Sam is off on an adventure of the imagination. He’ll be a frog in a pond, with a hat and some spots and a magic wand. He’ll be a crocodile with pink polka dots and teeth like blades, and a polar bear with purple polar hair. He’s going to jump, leap, dance, plunge, swim, and jump again. Sam is having so much fun in his puddle that even Mom can’t resist. With a leap and a thwump , she’s jumping too, cheering, “Jump, Puddle Jumper, jump!”
This happy picture book celebrates the simple, pure joy of jumping in a rain puddle. Nancy Cote’s cheerful illustrations are full of kid appeal, a perfect match to a story that captures the magic of being a child. Let your imagination take you on your own adventure the next time you encounter an irresistible puddle.
Aimed for children ages 3 to 6, this is a charming book about letting your imagination run wild and also about the joys children can find in even just a simple rain puddle. Encouraging kids to explore their outside world provides important developmental play for kids and parents will find the mom's reluctance and then acquiescence a good reminder that adults need to enter the world of children in order to allow them to explore their world and to learn from it.
Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
This happy picture book celebrates the simple, pure joy of jumping in a rain puddle. Nancy Cote’s cheerful illustrations are full of kid appeal, a perfect match to a story that captures the magic of being a child. Let your imagination take you on your own adventure the next time you encounter an irresistible puddle.
Aimed for children ages 3 to 6, this is a charming book about letting your imagination run wild and also about the joys children can find in even just a simple rain puddle. Encouraging kids to explore their outside world provides important developmental play for kids and parents will find the mom's reluctance and then acquiescence a good reminder that adults need to enter the world of children in order to allow them to explore their world and to learn from it.
Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published February 2, 2016
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June 7, 2016
Two stars for the art and the concept. I would have given this 3, perhaps even 4, but the "rhyming" is so poorly done that this is unreadable. If I did use this, I would have to change most of the verses. Don't editors read this stuff out loud to see if it scans?
May 7, 2018
This is a very good book for baby/toddler storytime. I like that it has a sing songy way with the way the author tells the story. I also like that it perpetuates ideas of imagination, adventure, and how the mom joins in on the fun in the end.
November 20, 2021
I didn't like how the child completely ignored the mom's request not to splash in the puddle. But other than that it was a cute book. I wish it were a book about obedience instead of disobedience though.
August 2, 2017
Cute story, would be good for an older storytime.
January 26, 2024
Could be a cute read, but the rhyme at times felt very choppy.
January 1, 2017
Meh. It was just okay.
April 24, 2018
This story was perfect for my Preschool Story Time program called Puddle Jumpers. The kids really enjoyed it.
March 9, 2017
Adorable and imaginative!
February 11, 2016
Written in rhyme this celebration of a rainy day will have you looking for your rain gear ready to get wet and to party hearty!
A little boy and his mother head out on a showery day and he receives specific instructions from his mom: "No! No jumping puddles! / You must keep clean today!" Alas, he is unable to control himself as his imagination kicks in and propels him into a joyous romp that entails a huge puddle strategically positioned ... right under his feet. The puddle whispers: "Jump, Puddle Jumper, Jump." Now who could resist that right? Would you jump? Come on and join me 'cause here I go.............
With a huge grin of ecstasy the little guy disregards his mother's advice and takes off on a wet n' wild adventure frolicking with a frog, a crocodile, a penguin, a toucan and more. Action words pour forth : leap, dance, swing, scurry and jump, just to name a few, that lend a perfect opportunity for the engaged little reader to get up and do the same. The author has included a variety of creatures that swim, fly and waddle along sharing his adventure. The best part? I loved the twist at the end when the little boy looks up and who does he do a rain dance with? Surprise!!! ... Mom can I please have this dance? And she did.
The illustrations are big, colourful and playful. The expressions of the little boy are so endearing and friendly. The whole vibe of the book is pure bliss and it gives the reader permission to go out on a rainy day and experience that "Singing-in-the-Rain", floating on cloud nine good feeling. I highly recommend it.
A little boy and his mother head out on a showery day and he receives specific instructions from his mom: "No! No jumping puddles! / You must keep clean today!" Alas, he is unable to control himself as his imagination kicks in and propels him into a joyous romp that entails a huge puddle strategically positioned ... right under his feet. The puddle whispers: "Jump, Puddle Jumper, Jump." Now who could resist that right? Would you jump? Come on and join me 'cause here I go.............
With a huge grin of ecstasy the little guy disregards his mother's advice and takes off on a wet n' wild adventure frolicking with a frog, a crocodile, a penguin, a toucan and more. Action words pour forth : leap, dance, swing, scurry and jump, just to name a few, that lend a perfect opportunity for the engaged little reader to get up and do the same. The author has included a variety of creatures that swim, fly and waddle along sharing his adventure. The best part? I loved the twist at the end when the little boy looks up and who does he do a rain dance with? Surprise!!! ... Mom can I please have this dance? And she did.
The illustrations are big, colourful and playful. The expressions of the little boy are so endearing and friendly. The whole vibe of the book is pure bliss and it gives the reader permission to go out on a rainy day and experience that "Singing-in-the-Rain", floating on cloud nine good feeling. I highly recommend it.
March 9, 2016
Spring is in the air. Spring showers and puddle jumping is just about to begin. Puddle Jumpers is a fun book about a little boy that simply wants to jump in the puddles. Being a mom of two boys, I can totally relate. Puddles just call their names, and it's almost impossible to walk by one without giving it a huge stomp. My five-year old really enjoyed reading this book which isn't surprising at all. He is my little "puddle jumper".
If you are looking for a fun new read to add to your Spring collection of books, be sure to check out Puddle Jumpers. The illustrations and so fun and the entire book just gives off an amazing feeling. Who hasn't enjoyed jumping in a spring puddle...as a child and as an adult?
If you are looking for a fun new read to add to your Spring collection of books, be sure to check out Puddle Jumpers. The illustrations and so fun and the entire book just gives off an amazing feeling. Who hasn't enjoyed jumping in a spring puddle...as a child and as an adult?
March 20, 2016
I won this through goodreads first reads. Its a cute little rhyming book that encourages kids to use their imaginations. The little boy imagines himself as many different animals jumping in the puddles and in the end his mother joins him. Very cute, very well written and well illustrated. Will be reading this to my son for many years!
December 19, 2016
The rhyme in this is really terrible, which is a shame because it could have been a great story time book. My three year old liked acting out the different motions, but she was underwhelmed by the story overall. This should have gone through a much more vigorous editing process before it was published.
May 20, 2016
I won this in a Goodreads giveaway. My opinion is just that...mine...and completely unbiased.
Adorable!! All of the little "puddle jumpers" out there will love this wonderfully illustrated tale. So dress them up in raincoat and galoshes and come along for this exciting adventure.
Adorable!! All of the little "puddle jumpers" out there will love this wonderfully illustrated tale. So dress them up in raincoat and galoshes and come along for this exciting adventure.
March 13, 2016
When Sam's mother tells him not to splash in the puddles because he has to stay clean, Sam imagines splashing, jumping, flying, plunging, pouncing, and chomping with strange new animals. But Sam cannot resist the puddle for long and soon he is puddle jumping with his mother.
July 25, 2016
I really love each page's different activity to do, and the rhymes are spot on. The illustrations really keep this from being a full fledged favorite, as they seem best suited for very young readers.
Either way, Jump Puddle Jumper Jump!
Either way, Jump Puddle Jumper Jump!
October 15, 2016
a little long but having kids repeat the actions will make it worth it. Sam's mom tells him not to jump in the puddle and he goes on to imagine all the things he really wants to do in his rain boots and jacket. Each item is an action.
March 5, 2016
Cute and imaginative story that will make you want to play in the puddles the next chance you get!
March 9, 2016
I loved the rhymes and all the pictures of all the different animals that live in water.
March 11, 2016
Cute participation story about all the different types of puddle jumpers out there.
March 16, 2016
Super cute. Great ST book.
April 5, 2016
I enjoyed this, but I think it could have used some editing in the middle.
April 5, 2016
A great parade of creative thinking and happy animals to brighten any spring day!
April 6, 2016
Cute story! I like the imaginative aspect and the library love.
April 18, 2016
Great illustrations with lots of bright spring color's.
I'm glad with how the author ended the book, we all just need to get outside!
I'm glad with how the author ended the book, we all just need to get outside!
April 27, 2016
I thought it was a very cute book with beautiful illustrations. Any young child would really enjoy this book especially because of the rhymes.
May 3, 2016
This would have been a perfect book to do in storytime today!
May 16, 2016
megan spring reading 2016, children's book, picture book, imagination, spring, puddles, animals, prek, kindergarten,
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August 23, 2016
Essentially dumb. Drags on and on with nothing special to offer.
May 2, 2016
Remember for Storytime - rainbows, puddles, interactive, May
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