{"product_id":"cantaloupe-and-honeydo-take-the-bus-isbn-9798217005321","title":"Cantaloupe and HoneyDo Take the Bus","description":"\u003cb\u003eTwo hilarious melons try new things in the picture book series from the bestselling illustrator of \u003ci\u003eI Don't Want to be a Frog\u003c\/i\u003e. Climb aboard as they learn how to take the bus to school!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCantaloupe and HoneyDo are taking the bus for the first time. HoneyDo can't wait for the wild ride. \"You are thinking of a roller-coaster,\" Cantaloupe explains, a little nervous. Once they catch the bus (no net needed!), find a place to sit, and decide the gum stuck under the seats is not for snacking, they discover that playing tag while bus-riding is \u003ci\u003eout\u003c\/i\u003e. But having a thumb war, doing rock-paper-scissors, reading a book together, and making new friends are all \u003ci\u003ein\u003c\/i\u003e! And there just may be a wild ride awaiting them at their destination after all. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Cantaloupe and HoneyDo. Cantaloupe brings the caution and HoneyDo the confidence. Together, they’re learning what they \u003ci\u003ecan’t \u003c\/i\u003edo, at least not at first, and what they totally can—with a little practice, a little care, and two smart melons. With friends like these, new things are can-do.\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for Can Do Books:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Will definitely leave readers rolling in the aisle [with laughter, while offering] important lessons for younger riders to chew on, with a deliciously gross twist for a capper.” \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus (Take the Bus)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Silly [and] funny . . . A great way to calm anxious new students who may have nervous feelings about riding the bus, along with confronting other new things.” —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (Take the Bus)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Mike Boldt has crafted an amazingly fun and entertaining world, featuring two of the most charismatic characters I’ve ever had the pleasure of reading. I cannot wait for more Can Do.” \u003cb\u003e—Dan Santat, award-wining author and illustrator of \u003ci\u003eBeekle\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eA First Time for Everything\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I never thought I’d want to be friends with fruit, but Mike Boldt has changed my mind. These stories are relatable, fun, and full of kid energy. I can’t wait to see what they do next!” \u003cb\u003e—Ryan T. Higgins, author and illustrator of the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling Mother Bruce series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Will have readers contorted in laughter [as they explore] growth mindset, the value of making mistakes, practice, and persevering through challenges with good humor. . . . Boldt has hit comic paydirt with this hilarious read-aloud.\" \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (Ride a Bike)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Light and airy as its banter . . . A delectable depiction of a fruitful relationship.” \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus (Ride a Bike)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Rapid repartee in dialogue balloons drives the cheery shtick [in this story] about the fun of working together. A lip-smacking recipe for productive collaboration.” \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus (Bake a Cake)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAuthor\/illustrator \u003cb\u003eMike Boldt \u003c\/b\u003eis the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling artist of acclaimed picture books \u003ci\u003eJust Try One Bite\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Grow a Dinosaur\u003c\/i\u003e, and the popular CHIP THE DOG and FROG series by Dev Petty. Mike has brought both his illustrator and author chops to award winning picture books \u003ci\u003eBad Dog\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFind Fergus\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Tiger Tail\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. He lives in Alberta, Canada, with his wife and three kids. Find him online @thatmikeboldt (IG) and @MikeBoldt (X).","brand":"Dial Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233012691173,"sku":"NP9798217005321","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9798217005321.jpg?v=1767723355","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/cantaloupe-and-honeydo-take-the-bus-isbn-9798217005321","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}