The Farm Team - Tapa dura

Bailey s story reads aloud well, while Slavin s artwork captures its drama and humor in a series of action-filled acrylic paintings? Every child who has watched a bigger, brawnier opposing team take the field will feel for the plucky Farm Team."

A sassy, well-crafted story? the mostly full-page illustrations are packed with little details that will amuse children and adults alike, ? Bailey and Slavin have produced a gem of a picture book that will remain popular for as long as hockey underdogs continue to compete for Lord Stanley s famed cup."

Slavin s goofy acrylics playfully realize the joyful mayhem of shinny, and Bailey s story gets the competitive burn just right, even if for a bunch of chickens, sheep and piglets."

A sassy, well-crafted story... the mostly full-page illustrations are packed with little details that will amuse children and adults alike, ... Bailey and Slavin have produced a gem of a picture book that will remain popular for as long as hockey underdogs continue to compete for Lord Stanley's famed cup.--Quill & Quire, Starred Review

Young hockey fans will be thrilled with this offering, which will appeal to sports fans and animal lovers in kindergarten through second grade, as well as the adults who read aloud to them.--ForeWord

The surprise ending will bring cheers form the crowd as they ask for repeated readings.--School Library Journal

Slavin's goofy acrylics playfully realize the joyful mayhem of shinny, and Bailey's story gets the competitive burn just right, even if for a bunch of chickens, sheep and piglets.--Kirkus

Bailey's story reads aloud well, while Slavin's artwork captures its drama and humor in a series of action-filled acrylic paintings... Every child who has watched a bigger, brawnier opposing team take the field will feel for the plucky Farm Team.--Booklist

When the Farm Team once again plays the Bush League Bandits in the hockey playoffs, a win may finally be in sight for the Farm Team, until the Bandits bring in a substitute player that is sure to deliver a serious mauling.