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A classic story of Humpty Dumpty mixed with the best season ever, fall? A wonderful book that all children will enjoy!

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Thank you to NetGalley for this e-copy of Humpty’s Great Fall by Amy Moore in exchange for a honest review. This is a cute book for preschoolers and emergent readers .It is a play on words and the fall in this book isn’t a crash but a season.It explores all the things Humpty likes to do in the fall from apple picking to making treats to spending time with his friends and sharing..Great illustrations.

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I would prefer the original. Found this one was all over the place. Did not enjoy it. The illustrations were good, but did not like the writing style.

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This will be a great addition to any elementary collection! Readers will enjoy the fun storyline and the illustrations are bright and cheery. It is easy to follow and readers will try to predict what comes next because the plot is based on the nursery rhyme, but will be mistaken. Students will laugh at the twists of Humpty Dumpty's "fall". Additionally, it will be used by teachers to reinforce the Autumn theme as well as nursery rhymes with young readers. Highly Recommend.

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Very fun cite edition of Humpty Dumpty. I love the switch up. Great book to compare and contrast with the original nursery rhyme. Kids I read it to were cracking up!

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This story was absolutely fantastic! I would give this story ten stars if I could! Finally, we get a version of Humpty Dumpty that brings him to life in such a fun and unexpected way. I loved how the story weaves in various fall activities that Humpty Dumpty takes part in. Plus, the appearances of childhood characters like Miss Muffet, Little Bo Peep, and others were a delightful bonus! Humpty Dumpty will have a great "fall" – but not quite in the way you might expect. This story is bright, cheerful, and full of autumn magic.

For extension activities, here are some fun fall-inspired ideas based on Humpty Dumpty's adventures:

Pumpkin decorating
Apple picking and tasting
Leaf collages
Fall scavenger hunts
Visiting a corn maze
Baking autumn-themed treats (like apple cider donuts or pumpkin soup)
Adding in a few fall recipes would be a wonderful touch to extend the fun and creativity from the story!

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Love this twist on a classic! The original rhyme is sad especially for young kids. This book has beautiful, colorful pictures and a happy ending.

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Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

My 3yo daughter liked the story. Continually thought she knew what the rhyme was going to say! Definitely a cute fall picture book. I thought the illustrations were really great, too!

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My kids and I had SO much fun reading this book!!! It was so fun and catchy. My kids wanted to read it over and over again. Loved it!

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Absolutely adorable, cute story and great illustrations. This grandma if fives would recommend for sure

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My kids loved this cute book.

My son is 5 and he especially liked the fall colors and illustrations.

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This story is such a cute book to read in the fall! The pictures are very visually appealing and cute. This is an instant favorite for my family in the fall. It’s a fun alternative to the traditional Humpty Dumpty and also talks about so many different fun fall activities. We loved this story!

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I absolutely adored this rendition of the classic children’s nursery tale Humpty Dumpty. It was so much fun seeing it told in a different way than the original. Seeing Humpty experience the season of Fall throughout the story instead of falling off the wall was so clever and cute. The rhyming was fun and the illustrations were beautifully done. I hope this author does more classic nursery tales with a twist as I would buy them in a heartbeat for my kids.

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Humpty's Great Fall, written by Amy Moore and illustrated by Josh Cleland is a delightful book based on the well-loved children's poem.
Moore provides multiple cliff hangers as Humpty jumps off the wall to take part in a variety of fall activities, such as raking leaves, picking apples, and baking. Moore's prose is brilliantly accompanied by Cleland's bright and heartwarming illustrations. Keep an eye out for what the bluebird is up to; he is delightful throughout the book, as are other popular characters from children's literature.
The ending is sweet, and as the title suggests, Humpty eventually has a 'great fall'.
This is the ideal book for families to read together, perhaps by a fire, with a warm drink and some apple pie.
Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC of #HumptysGreatFall.

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This story book was very cute!! I loved the twist to the classic Humpty Dumpty tale, and that other figures from classic fairytales are featured too. This takes place in the fall time and it takes us on a journey with Humpty as he takes part in his favorite fall activities, ultimately ending his perfect fall day by sharing baked goods with his friends.

The illustrations are very well designed and detailed. The style made the story even more cozy and cute. The colors went very well together and really gets you in the fall mood. Humpty looked so cute every time he jumped down from the wall. I also loved his bird side kick’s expressions and actions during every scene. I throughly enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it to parents and children who want to get into the cozy fall vibes.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!

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Fabulous Fall Addition

A fun Fall twist for Humpty himself. I feel like an apple drink and snack would be a fantastic bonus after reading this story. It would be so great in a group/classroom setting.

I received a free copy of this book from Amy Moore (Author), Josh Cleland (Illustrator) and Two Lions. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.

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This is such a sweet little book and a new take on children’s favorite, Humpty Dumpty! The illustrations are wonderfully colorful and complement the words well. I love that Humpty Dumpty had a great fall (autumn) with his friends. Highly recommended!

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Humpty's Great Fall is a great alternative to his usual fall which delight children and bring a nostalgic filled experience to any adult.

Humpty's Great Fall is about Humpty who keeps remembering all the things he has forgotten, like warm clothes or how hungry his is. This leads him on several adventures to solve his problem where he finds other nursery rhyme characters along the way. The story is repetitive, which will allow for children to engage in active reading. The story will become familiar very quickly, which will help the child to guess the next part of the story.

The illustrations are really pretty. They're draw in a more traditional way and is a nice break from more recently used AI images for children's books. The pictures feel like they have texture and warmth, and each page looks like it could be a image to hang on the wall.

The story also features a few words and sentences in red font, which would be an excellent way for early readers to engage with the book.

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Imaginative and playful story featuring Humpty Dumpty and many beloved nursery rhyme friends. My children were drawn into this story from the very beginning and thought they could guess what was coming next, although were delightfully surprised with each turn of the page. We have enjoyed many re-reads of this joyfully illustrated story. This is a wonderful story for change of season and autumn/fall particularly.
Many thanks to Two Lions for the digital review copy, via NetGalley. This review is voluntary, and all opinions are my own.

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I received an ARC of this children's book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book is so cute. The pictures are adorable and I loved the story. I have already pre-ordered a physical copy of the book for my nephew!

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