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Description
Tacky the Penguin competes in an iceberg-wide cheering contest.
Quick Summary
If your child is looking for a quick, laugh-out-loud read, Tacky the Penguin's latest adventure delivers exactly that. Tacky signs up for an iceberg-wide cheering contest, hoping to out-cheer a crowd of proper penguins with his goofy, over-the-top enthusiasm, and the result is a series of slapstick mishaps that keep the pages turning. The humor is slapstick and the bright, cartoon-style pictures make each cheer feel alive, which makes it perfect for kids who love silly animal stories or for reluctant readers who need a short, high-energy book. There's no scary content just a light-hearted lesson about being yourself and the power of a good cheer, so parents can feel comfortable handing it to early elementary readers. The book is only 683 words, with a low AR level of 2.8, so it's a great choice for newly independent readers who want a confidence boost. If you've enjoyed the comic mischief of The Bad Guys, you'll find the same zippy, upbeat vibe in Tacky's cheering showdown.