Fix That Clock

2019 Kirkus Best Picture Book of the Year A construction crew rebuilds a rickety old clock tower that has become home to wild animals in this picture book for fans of Sheep in a Jeep and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site. An underlying message of cooperation and conservation drives this rollicking introduction to counting and shapes. The old clock tower used to stand tall and proud. Now, it’s rusty, dusty, moldy, musty. A construction team decides to turn zigzags into squares and get the clock chiming again. But wait: What will happen to all the animals who have made this dilapidated clock their home? Nothing can’t be fixed and everyone is welcome in Fix That Clock, a celebration of hard work, compassion, and collaboration. Can the busy builders fix the clock AND help their animal friends? Construction Fun: Join a busy crew with hammers, nails, and a big plan to make the old clock tower chime again. Counting and Shapes: Perfect for learning numbers and shapes as the builders count their steps and turn zigzags into squares. A Perfect Read Aloud: With rollicking rhymes and fun sounds like "Bam! Bam! Bam!", this book is a joy to read together. Unexpected Animal Friends: What happens when the crew finds bats, rats, mice, and birds living inside the clock? Problem-Solving Story: A clever and compassionate ending shows how collaboration helps both people and critters.