{"product_id":"big-changes-for-plum-9780063296343","title":"Big Changes for Plum!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A must-have conclusion to a winning series.\" --\u003cem\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen the Athensville Zoo closes for renovations, it means big changes for Plum and all his animal friends. The fifth and final book in award-winning author Matt Phelan's series about a young peacock whose adventures are funny, hopeful, and always kindhearted. A hilarious and highly illustrated novel perfect for reluctant readers and animal lovers everywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlum wholeheartedly believes that the Athensville Zoo is the best zoo on the planet--and the most perfect home. So when trucks roll in and signs are posted about the zoo undergoing a total renovation, Plum can't think of anything worse! Where are they taking all his friends? What will happen to all his favorite habitats? Change is difficult, but with a little patience and help, Plum soon learns that embracing new things can make life even better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach book in the Leave It to Plum series features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003eLively 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. \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBig Changes for Plum! \u003c\/em\u003eis the fifth 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 \u003cem\u003efunny\u003c\/em\u003e adventures tackle relatable emotional themes such as new experiences, accepting change, and being a good friend. Perfect for fans of the Princess in Black and the Mercy Watson series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhelan, Matt:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatt Phelan\u003c\/strong\u003e is the author and illustrator of several novels for young readers, including the five books in the acclaimed Plum series and \u003cem\u003eKnights vs. Dinosaurs\u003c\/em\u003e and its two sequels. Matt Phelan's picture books include\u003cem\u003e Sweater Weather\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eTurtle Walk\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePignic\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eDruthers\u003c\/em\u003e. He is also the creator of the graphic novels \u003cem\u003eThe Storm in the Barn \u003c\/em\u003e(winner of a Scott O'Dell Award), \u003cem\u003eAround the World\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBluffton\u003c\/em\u003e, and the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestseller \u003cem\u003eSnow White: A Graphic Novel.\u003c\/em\u003e Matt Phelan lives in Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenwillow Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51186929926418,"sku":"9780063296343","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a664a30b-7558-4afa-bc08-5a35b4ee9c09.jpg?v=1760433503","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/big-changes-for-plum-9780063296343","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}