This is the third book in the series, and having read the previous two, I knew I had to grab this one. Set in summer, the illustrations are warm and even humid at times. Yeah, you can feel the season on the pages.

There are very few dialogues in this one. The story is narrated in sounds, expressions, actions, and a couple of dialogues. We have two grumpy old men (an owl and a toad) in this book. The kiddo animals (fox cubs and foxes) are playing water basketball (if that’s even a game), and the noise they make annoys the grumpy men. How Mr. Owl and Mr. Toad learn to relax and have fun is the crux of the story.

The story arc is heartwarming and sweet. I love the ending and am looking forward to the next in the series. The illustrations are lively, cute, and grumpy at the same time. Grab this book to enjoy the playful story and illustrations.

I received an ARC from NetGalley, Diamond Book Distributors, and Magnetic Press and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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