Busy Builders, Busy Week! Book Bash Day 1

Welcome, friends!

My latest picture book, BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! is out in the world. YIPPEE!

In this story, you’ll meet a colorful cast of animal characters building something wonderful and whimsical for their community! Each day of the week features a different construction activity as the digging, dumping and ‘dozing lead up to one stupendous surprise!

Here’s what Publishers Weekly had to say-

“In this bouncy story from the creators of ALL THROUGH MY TOWN, an energetic animal construction crew plans and executes a mystery project over the course of a single week. The result is a joyful cacophony of color and activity.”

Joyful cacophony, indeed!

So, it seemed only fitting that for a days-of-the-week book I celebrate with a week-long bash starting –

TODAY!

Sunday! Dream day!

Study, scribble, scheme day.

Map, measure, plan a treasure.

Gather up a team day!

Today, I’m spreading the word about the bash, gathering my team and helping build a “dream” for some lucky schools and communities around the country. Plus, I’ve mapped and schemed and planned seven days of celebration. Here’s what I have in store.

Monday – ‘Doze it day! Dig it, dump, dispose it day. – Is for all you picture book writers out there. Stop by for a chance to “re-build” your picture book manuscript into one that editors and agents will love.

Tuesday – Mix day! Pipes and boards and bricks day. – Tuesday is Teachers’ Day on my blog. If you’re a teacher or you love a teacher, stop by for a chance to win a treasure for yourself, a favorite teacher or classroom.

Wednesday – Load day! Take it on the road day. – I’m taking my celebration on the road to booksellers and libraries. Come see what’s happening and find out how you can participate.

Thursday – Fill it day! Build it, nail it, drill it day. – Do you know a young builder? Stop by for a chance to win an autographed copy of the book and a Lego gift certificate.

Friday – Last day! Pots and plants and grass day. – Hey all you tree huggers, we’re going GREEN. Mother Nature will love you and so will a young reader in your life.

Saturday – Hey! Hey! Smiles? Check! Step this way! – We’re wrapping up the “Dream.” And helping to bring a new playground to some lucky community in need.

Will you be part of my Sunday team?
Today, for every blog comment, Tweet, Instagram, Facebook  message or other social media post with a link to my blog and the hashtag #BusyBuildersBusyWeek I will donate $1 to KABOOM – helping build playgrounds for kids, schools and neighborhoods that need them – and YOU will earn a chance to win an autographed copy of BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK!

Here are some Tweets to get you started:

And here are some more exciting events to keep the party going!

BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! Goodreads Giveaway 6/18 – 7/17

I’m giving away 5 copies of BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! on Goodreads. The Giveaway runs from 6/18 – 7/17.  Here’s the link: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/191441-busy-builders-busy-week

BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! Bookstore Events

Please join the live celebration and bring the kids for an interactive reading, a fun photo-opp, autographing, songs, and sur-PRIZES! I’m adding new bookstores every day!

July 16, 2016  – 10:30 am – 11:30 AM Second Star to the Right Bookstore in Denver.

August 26, 2016 – 6:00 PM – Tattered Cover Aspen Grove

BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! Blog Tour, 8/22 – 9/1

Tour stops will be listed and linked right here!

Finally, if you’d like to find out more about BUSY BUILDERS, BUSY WEEK! including reviews, activities, curriculum extensions, autographed stickers OR to purchase your copy, step this way to my book page! 

Thanks for stopping by! Hope to see you tomorrow!

XO

Jean

P.S. All winners will be announced on July 18th!