New Release & Review – Arty Too by Penny Schneider
Synopsis
Tune in for a celebration of friendship with Arty and Slug where more laughs are shared, a map is followed, secrets are revealed, music is made, and magical dreams come true. When a new friend steps into the story, Arty learns that the biggest surprise might not be on the map at all.
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Review
Arty and Slug are back for a new adventure! Their friendship may be unusual, especially since Arty is a betta fish, but all he wants is a friend, and Slug fits the bill.
I was amazed at the first book, and I feel like the author has outdone herself. This book is a little longer, which means more adventure for the duo. They meet some new characters in this book to bring along while they seek out new adventures.
While this book is about adventure and friendship, it also addresses feelings of loneliness and self-confidence. It is also educational as we learn a little more about hermit crabs, and Shelly is a great addition to the storyline. I like how sign language is incorporated into the book, too.
They travel to a music concert, Conchella, and I have to laugh at the musical performer’s names.
The author also leaves space for readers to add their own drawings at several points, in response to the prompts.
And the book would not be complete without the bloopers section.
This book will be a great addition to any children’s library, but make sure you grab the first one too!
We give this book 5 paws up! (or maybe I should say 5 fins?!)
About the Author
Penny Schneider is a Long Island, New York based author and illustrator who has loved doodling her entire life. She is a former high school art teacher and retired in June 2025. By night, a superhero in sweatpants to her daughter and husband.
Her love of art and making children laugh and happy led her to a career as an art educator and now to writing and illustrating children’s books. She loves using any art media she can get her hands on, but if you asked what her favorite would be, she would simply say paper and pencil.
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