by
JULIE BARKER
illustrated by Carolyn Altman
illustrated by Carolyn Altman
Genre: Children's Picture Book / Western / Fantasy
Publisher: BookBaby
Date of Publication: September 28, 2018
Number of Pages: 50
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Hitchin’ Post, the cowboy jackrabbit, is back with an all new adventure on the 6Bs' Ranch.
Hitch’s brothers come to visit for the annual 4th of July rodeo and dance, but they get much more than a long-awaited visit with their brother. When a giant tornado threatens to cut their Independence Day celebration short, Hitchin
This is the second book in the Hitchin’ Post series by Julie Barker , where Julie once again collaborates with her mother, artist Carolyn Altman, who provides the illustrations in this romping, stomping, cowboy adventure!
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In Julie Barker 's latest book, her lovable cowboy jackrabbit Hitch is back and ready to celebrate the Fourth of July! Along with his brothers and cowboy friends, Hitch is excited to enjoy the holiday at their big red 6Bs' barn. But when disaster strikes, Hitch must get everyone's help to save their holiday fun.
Hitchin' Post and the Tornado Twistin ' 4th of July Celebration is a story that teaches many valuable life lessons throughout the book. It shows the reader to never give up, even when certain situations seem impossible to fix. In the story, Hitch is devastated by what happens to their barn, but he displays great leadership in getting everyone motivated to rebuild what the tornado destroyed. Friendship and teamwork is another visible theme of the story that will resonate with young readers. Everyone comes together to help rebuild the 6Bs' barn, and it portrays what can be achieved by working as a team.
Barker's use of rhyme makes her cowboy themed story a great read aloud for children of all ages and keeps the story lighthearted and easy to follow. It is also beautifully illustrated . You can see the emotions of the characters as they deal with what is happening in the story and it is something young children will easily relate to.
With a lovable cast of characters, Barker's newest book in her Hitch' Post series is a must read! A heartfelt story from start to finish! You won't want to miss this cowboy jackrabbit's next ride!
Carolyn Altman is and artist and illustrator of the Hitchin’ Post children’s book series, in which she collaborated with her daughter, Julie Barker , author. Carolyn resides in Vernon, Texas, with her husband Stanley. They have two daughters and six grandchildren, all of whom live nearby. “Touch the Heart with Original Art” is Carolyn’s slogan she has used for the past 40 years as she creates lighthearted and inspiring art with subjects such as wildlife, horses, cattle, and cowboys, in hopes of helping to preserve this way of life for many years to come.
The beginning of her art career consisted of using mostly oil and acrylic mediums, then Carolyn began creating baby memory books in which she incorporates her art into each page. Each baby memory book is personalized and truly a work of art in itself . Carolyn believes that her experiences throughout her life are what inspires her art.
She has spent her life in west Texas surrounded by wide open spaces and the beauty of the farming and ranching heritage, and that way of life will always show up in her paintings and illustrations. Her latest creations include a series of angel paintings depicting what she deems most important in her life-her faith.
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GRAND PRIZE:
Author & Illustrator Signed Copy of Hitchin' Post and the Tornado Twistin ’ 4th of July Celebration + $50 gift certificate to CarolynAltmanArt .com;
TWO WINNERS:
Signed Copy of the Book.
Signed Copy of the Book.
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Wonderful and spot-on review. These are unique, beautifully drawn characters with good lessons to teach. Thanks for the post.
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