Trouble Finds Plum!
Trouble Finds Plum! by Matt Phelan is a humorous and engaging addition to the Leave It to Plum series, published by HarperCollins Publishers on May 7, 2024. This 128-page book is written in English and features lively black-and-white illustrations by the author, making it an appealing choice for reluctant readers and animal lovers alike. The story follows Plum, a young peacock, as he encounters a raccoon named Scratch who seeks help finding food. However, things take a turn when Scratch’s friends arrive, leading to a chaotic invasion of raccoons at the Athensville Zoo.
In this installment, readers will find a blend of humor and heart as Plum devises a plan to restore order to the zoo while making new friends along the way. The narrative explores themes of friendship and social dynamics, addressing relatable emotional challenges such as dealing with bullies. With short, engaging chapters, Trouble Finds Plum! is designed to nurture a love of reading and develop literacy skills in young middle grade readers. This book is perfect for those who enjoy stories that combine fantasy and social themes in a lighthearted manner.
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A Junior Library Guild Selection
“Expert plot and character development take this latest in the series up a notch.”–Kirkus Reviews
Raccoons have invaded the Athensville Zoo! And it’s up to Plum and his friends to save their beloved home. From award-winning author-artist Matt Phelan, Trouble Finds Plum! is the third book about a young peacock whose adventures are funny, hopeful, and always kindhearted. A funny, highly illustrated novel perfect for reluctant readers and animal lovers everywhere.
When Plum the peacock stumbles across a raccoon asking for help finding food on a gloomy day at the zoo, he is delighted to assist his new friend. But Scratch the raccoon doesn’t stop there. More and more of Scratch’s friends arrive, and soon the zoo is overrun by rowdy and rude raccoons. Though trouble might have found Plum, Plum has a plan to save the Athensville Zoo–and make a few new friends at the same time.
Each book in the Leave It to Plum series features:
- Lively black-and-white illustrations by the author on almost every page.
- Short, humorous chapters ideal for reading aloud and for reluctant readers.
- Social and emotional learning competencies appropriate for young middle grade readers.
- Engaging high-interest, low reading level stories to develop literacy skills and nurture a love of reading.
Trouble Finds Plum! is the third book in a 5-book series about a young peacock with a big heart and the busy zoo he lives in. Just right for newly independent readers, these fun and funny adventures tackle relatable emotional themes such as dealing with bullies and being a good friend. Perfect for fans of the Princess in Black and the Mercy Watson series.
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