Join the adventures of two chubby chipmunks with The Chubby Bubbies: Trip to the Museum. Written by AM Xavier, this delightful picture book follows Julian and Ethan, two little chipmunk siblings, as they wake up one day to discover their mom is taking them on a grand adventure to the city museum. They travel to the museum on the local city trolley and soon find themselves marveling at the towering statues and magnificent portraits in the museum. After the two brothers start quarreling about their favorite paintings, Mama steps in and reveals that the fun lies in opening one's heart and imagination to each piece of art and experiencing the best possible adventure together. Julian and Ethan walk hand-in-hand to explore the rest of the exhibits on the map.
Using prose and rhyme, author AM Xavier offers young readers a fun-filled adventure tale that is sure to bring them joy. The Chubby Bubbies: Trip to the Museum is full of charm and heart, showing the power of imagination and how it lifts our spirits and allows us to have so much more fun. Although primarily targeted toward children, even older readers will be entertained by this picture book. I loved the two exuberant chipmunk brothers, Julian and Ethan, and I'm sure kids will relate to them, especially their high spirits, infectious vigor, and knack for discovering fun in all their activities. Irene Silvino's illustrations are the cherry on top, as they capture the lively personalities of the characters. If you're looking for an amusing adventure tale, you will love this book.