The Problem With Poppy (The Sumatran Trilogy #1) by Emma Sandford | Children’s Book Review
A book blog tour from Rachel’s Random Resources.
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Book Details
The Problem with Poppy by Emma Sandford Series: The Sumatran Trilogy #1
Published by Full Media Ltd on May 25, 2021
Genres: Animals, Fiction, Children's, Self-Esteem
Format: eBook
Pages: 17
Source: Amazon Purchase, Rachel's Random Resources, Received from the author or publisher for review.Poppy the porcupine has always wanted to make a friend, but her defensive nature prevents her. When a young tiger cub stumbles upon her one day in the rainforest, she reacts badly and scares him away.
Determined to change her ways, she sets out to find him, but little does she know that the tiger cub is about to have a problem of his own. In the face of danger, will Poppy find a way to save the day?
The Problem with Poppy is a picture book aimed at children aged 4-8 and is the debut by British author Emma Sandford. Illustrated by Ukrainian artist Olena Osadcha.
The book is the first in a series called The Sumatran Trilogy. The second book, What’s Troubling Tawny?, will be published in December 2021 and the third book, Hooray for Heidi!, will be published in June 2022.
£1 per paperback book sale will be donated to Rainforest Trust UK.
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Purchase Links for The Problem With Poppy
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My thoughts on The Problem With Poppy
I was excited to read The Problem With Poppy by Emma Sandford. It did not disappoint me.
Who better than a porcupine to portray a prickly character whose defense mechanisms drive people away before they can become friends. Poppy was mistreated when she was young and developed a “don’t let anyone close” mentality. I liked that she helped herself overcome the problem by deciding to reach out to Rory, the tiger cub.
There is also mention of trapping in the Sumatran Rainforest. Poppy uses quick thinking and problem-solving skills to save Rory.
The illustrations by Olena Osadcha are bright, colorful, and exceptionally well-done.
This delightful book is perfect to read over and over to little ones. It’s also perfect for gifting, libraries, daycares, and schools. Self-Esteem needs to be nurtured in young children.
I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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The Problem With Poppy
About Emma Sandford
Emma Sandford is a Liverpool-born author and businesswoman based in Cheshire. For many years, she has wanted to write a children’s book that draws on her own experiences and helps young children overcome personal issues.
One day, inspiration hit her: she realized that a porcupine has a very obvious defense mechanism where it shows its quills, stamps its feet, and chatters with its teeth when feeling threatened.
Unfortunately, due to traumatic events in her life, Emma has also been defensive in situations where she didn’t need to be and was frightened to let people get close to her.
The Problem With Poppy is a fun way of teaching kids that while everybody has a natural defense mechanism, there is a time and a place to use it. By the end of the story, Poppy has learned this valuable lesson, and she makes a lifelong friend in the process.
Emma is planning on writing more books in the future that have similar important messages for youngsters. Watch this space!
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This sounds like a great kid’s story, Gina. Thanks for sharing this one.