{"product_id":"pop-otto-the-kernel-who-didnt-pop-9781938447228","title":"Pop!: Otto, the Kernel Who Didn't Pop","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePop! \u003c\/i\u003e is a children's illustrated picture book exploring the power of self-acceptance \u0026amp; overcoming obstacles.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Meet Otto, a young Kernel who's been dreaming about the day he would pop. But what happens when Pop Day finally arrives, and things don't go as planned? When all the Kernels pop except for Otto, he's left wondering what went wrong. Otto returns to his jar, alone, until a delicious smell leads to an exciting discovery. Perhaps Otto didn't need to pop to do everything he'd always dreamed of!  \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOtto's adventure is a quirky and endearing one. Kilpatrick effectively teaches readers that, like the protagonist, they can excel even in circumstances that may not be exactly what they pictured.\u003ci\u003e-Kirkus reviews\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAward-winning author and illustrator duo Kilpatrick and Blanco bring us an empowering tale about how being different doesn't have to mean missing out. With vibrant, kid-friendly illustrations and a powerful message, this captivating children's illustrated book celebrates inclusion, diversity, facing challenges, and overcoming doubts. Even though things may not be as expected, \u003ci\u003ePop!\u003c\/i\u003e shows us that you can always follow your dreams. \u003cbr\u003eThis fun but heartwarming picture book is sure to remind both children and adults that it's okay to be exactly as you are and makes a great gift for birthdays, holidays, or any learning occasion! \u003cbr\u003e Kids will take a journey of imagination and growth as they learn about: \u003cli\u003e Embracing differences \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Being comfortable with who you are \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Not letting obstacles stand in your way \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cem\u003ePop!\u003c\/em\u003e is a fun, read-aloud picture book perfect for: \u003cli\u003e Kids ages 3 and up \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum or for anyone wanting to teach about differences, being yourself, and self-acceptance \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Parents, families, teachers, librarians, and classroom story times for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Good Egg\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Bad Seed\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Karen Kilpatrick\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Genius Cat Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/07\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.10h x 8.60w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781938447228\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 09\/15\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlanco, Germán:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Germán Blanco likes doodling so he draws some caricatures and then puts them on the computer, voila. He is also a graphic designer, a former Creative Director for a global toy company, and a member of the board of directors for Authors4Education. Germán illustrated the books \u003cem\u003eWhen Pencil Met Eraser\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWhen Pencil Met the Markers\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKilpatrick, Karen:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Karen Kilpatrick knows her ABCs and likes to tell stories, so she makes up combinations of words on the computer! She also is a mom of three, runs a nonprofit called Authors4Education, is the Marketing Chair on the board of directors for Women in Toys, and created the plush toy brand MeBears. Some of Karen's other books include \u003cem\u003eWhen Pencil Met Eraser\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWhen Pencil Met the Markers\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genius Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":40565760721011,"sku":"9.78194E+12","price":20.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_aa142c78-6805-4cc3-8206-b6af23bee5eb.jpg?v=1668002868","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/pop-otto-the-kernel-who-didnt-pop-9781938447228","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}