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Pamplemousse
Pamplemousse loves to surf!
When COVID-19 sent everyone to work-from-home in March of 2020, we were all uncertain about what the future would be like. At the time, author K Monahan was working nights but the work-from-home switch happened to coincide with him also moving to an earlier shift. This meant he was able to spend some much needed time with his young kids. It also meant that he was able to finally be home for bedtime!
His daughter was a big fan of the "tell me a story" request so he would have to invent a new story every night for her. On one of those nights, he dreamt up a story about a surfing goat with the silliest name he could think of... Pamplemousse. The story is about how an adorable surfing goat is denied entry into a surfing contest because he's a goat and it's for humans only. He has to find a way to still showcase his talents and keep doing what he loves. Well... his daughter LOVED it! She loved it so much that she asked for it night after night. She even retold it to her mom, who loved it as well. In fact, K Monahan's wife loved it so much that she hired an illustrator to bring the story to life.
Fast forward to today and "Pamplemousse" is an official, published book. K Monahan is beyond excited and happy that the story can be shared with other kids all around the world. Although it's a children's book, he believes we all need to be reminded of its message from time to There will be obstacles in life. So, we can look at them as the end of our journey or we can find a way to overcome them and move on.
Vibrant illustrations and the adorable Pamplemousse keep readers engaged while also introducing such elements
Exploring Emotion s - Excitement, confusion, sadness, joy, and more. Overcoming Obstacles - Not giving up on something, especially during the tough times. Remaining True to Oneself - Not letting anyone but you decide who you are or what you should be. Doing What You Love - You'll always feel like a winner!
Visit the Pamplemousse book website for more details on the creation of Pamplemousse, author and illustrator bios, and fun downloads.
When COVID-19 sent everyone to work-from-home in March of 2020, we were all uncertain about what the future would be like. At the time, author K Monahan was working nights but the work-from-home switch happened to coincide with him also moving to an earlier shift. This meant he was able to spend some much needed time with his young kids. It also meant that he was able to finally be home for bedtime!
His daughter was a big fan of the "tell me a story" request so he would have to invent a new story every night for her. On one of those nights, he dreamt up a story about a surfing goat with the silliest name he could think of... Pamplemousse. The story is about how an adorable surfing goat is denied entry into a surfing contest because he's a goat and it's for humans only. He has to find a way to still showcase his talents and keep doing what he loves. Well... his daughter LOVED it! She loved it so much that she asked for it night after night. She even retold it to her mom, who loved it as well. In fact, K Monahan's wife loved it so much that she hired an illustrator to bring the story to life.
Fast forward to today and "Pamplemousse" is an official, published book. K Monahan is beyond excited and happy that the story can be shared with other kids all around the world. Although it's a children's book, he believes we all need to be reminded of its message from time to There will be obstacles in life. So, we can look at them as the end of our journey or we can find a way to overcome them and move on.
Vibrant illustrations and the adorable Pamplemousse keep readers engaged while also introducing such elements
Exploring Emotion s - Excitement, confusion, sadness, joy, and more. Overcoming Obstacles - Not giving up on something, especially during the tough times. Remaining True to Oneself - Not letting anyone but you decide who you are or what you should be. Doing What You Love - You'll always feel like a winner!
Visit the Pamplemousse book website for more details on the creation of Pamplemousse, author and illustrator bios, and fun downloads.
44 pages, Hardcover
Published July 1, 2021
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October 4, 2021
Book Name: Pamplemousse
Genre: Children's book/ illustrated
Summary: Pamplemousse is a tale about a surf-loving goat whose emotional journey shows children what it means to persevere and stay true to yourself.
Vibrant illustrations and the adorable Pamplemousse keep readers engaged.
My Opinion: I really loved the entire concept of the story. I have been reading children's books to my kiddo but this has to be special because we loved it so much that I have been reading it to my kiddo every night before bed. This is a strong story, which will teach your children an important life lesson, it's presented in a very easy way so everyone will understand it and I'm sure everyone will love it, especially your kids and their moms too! Haha!
Good and Bad: The cover is really amazing, the illustrations are so beautiful and colorful, I fell in love with how the entire book is designed.
My favorites from the book:
I loved how the author gives away the message of not giving up and it will also teach the readers that being the way they're is fine, being out of the box is the new cool!
Target Audience: 2 - 8 years but I do think this book has something important to take away no matter how old are you, everyone will love it.
What to expect: Expect drama, fun and life lessons and also expect to meet fun characters, haha!
Final verdict: I think it's totally a worthy read and my experience with it was so good. I think every kid should read it.
Rating: 5 /5
Genre: Children's book/ illustrated
Summary: Pamplemousse is a tale about a surf-loving goat whose emotional journey shows children what it means to persevere and stay true to yourself.
Vibrant illustrations and the adorable Pamplemousse keep readers engaged.
My Opinion: I really loved the entire concept of the story. I have been reading children's books to my kiddo but this has to be special because we loved it so much that I have been reading it to my kiddo every night before bed. This is a strong story, which will teach your children an important life lesson, it's presented in a very easy way so everyone will understand it and I'm sure everyone will love it, especially your kids and their moms too! Haha!
Good and Bad: The cover is really amazing, the illustrations are so beautiful and colorful, I fell in love with how the entire book is designed.
My favorites from the book:
I loved how the author gives away the message of not giving up and it will also teach the readers that being the way they're is fine, being out of the box is the new cool!
Target Audience: 2 - 8 years but I do think this book has something important to take away no matter how old are you, everyone will love it.
What to expect: Expect drama, fun and life lessons and also expect to meet fun characters, haha!
Final verdict: I think it's totally a worthy read and my experience with it was so good. I think every kid should read it.
Rating: 5 /5
July 27, 2021
Pamplemousse by K Monahan
“You must never doubt your ability to achieve anything, become anything, overcome anything and inspire everything.”
Pamplemousse is a cute little goat who loves to surf. Pamplemousse is excited about the surfing contest, he practiced day and night for this, but when he went to register his name, judges said goats are not allowed.
He feels sad and sits down at the beach, but he doesn't want to waste his day just watching people surf, so he picks up his surfboard and runs straight into the ocean to do what he actually loves.
Follow Pamplemousse on his adventurous journey to learn that if you do what you love, you will always be a winner.
It encourages children to overcome obstacles, never give up on dreams, and celebrate their achievements with pride.
Illustrations are vibrant and colorful pages filled with surfing scenes make this book a fun adventure journey for kids.
This delightful story teaches young children what it means to persevere and stay true to yourself.
Perfect for 2+
This book is available on Amazon.
“You must never doubt your ability to achieve anything, become anything, overcome anything and inspire everything.”
Pamplemousse is a cute little goat who loves to surf. Pamplemousse is excited about the surfing contest, he practiced day and night for this, but when he went to register his name, judges said goats are not allowed.
He feels sad and sits down at the beach, but he doesn't want to waste his day just watching people surf, so he picks up his surfboard and runs straight into the ocean to do what he actually loves.
Follow Pamplemousse on his adventurous journey to learn that if you do what you love, you will always be a winner.
It encourages children to overcome obstacles, never give up on dreams, and celebrate their achievements with pride.
Illustrations are vibrant and colorful pages filled with surfing scenes make this book a fun adventure journey for kids.
This delightful story teaches young children what it means to persevere and stay true to yourself.
Perfect for 2+
This book is available on Amazon.
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