This is a review for which I received a copy of Mattie the Giraffe in exchange for this review.
Seeing and hearing how Mattie learned to ride her Bike has inspired me to get my bike out to ride in the New Year for the much-needed exercise I need to get. Not only that riding a bike will bring my family closer together and allow Charlie to get his Homeschool PE in.
As I was reading how Mattie used one foot at a time to pedal, I could hear myself repeating left foot right foot as I went walking this morning. Which kept Charlie and I on track and helped me get in the steps I want to do every day. Would you like to join us on our next adventure when we take Mattie the Giraffe to the Park to read to my Niece Lily and my nephew Jason.
Then afterwards Charlie and I will be using the book to create Spelling Lists and also in our Art Class this week. Charlie even reminded me there is words we can learn for a Foeign Language Class and also Countries and Animals for us to researc.
If you haven’t had the opportunity to read Mattie the Giraffe I hope you do soon because this is the perfect book to usher in the New Year and should be on every child’s reading list. As well as in Teachers Classrooms and School Libraries.
About:
Go On a Whimsical Adventure with the Irresistible Mattie the Giraffe in the First Book from Award-Winning Artist-Author Andi Scurto. This 32-Page Illustrated Book is Available to Pre-Order at the Artist’s Website and Available at Three Florida Book Signings. We live in Texas and can’t attend any of the Book Signings, but Charlie and I would have liked to meet the Author.
DESTIN, FLA. (December 15th, 2021) — This is the time of year we get together with our families and friends to share something special, and there is no better gift to share with your loved ones than a great book, especially one for children.
“The Accidental Adventure of Mattie the Giraffe” is a colorfully illustrated tale of the day that Mattie learns to ride her bicycle. This new release, by Destin, Florida author and artist Andi Scurto, is a captivating story about Mattie’s unexpected adventure that makes the perfect winter-break read for your children.
“The memories I have of being read Dr. Seuss and The Berenstain Bears are priceless to me. A good book can be the bridge that bonds us together and that is my wish for Mattie the Giraffe– to be a bit of glue that helps happy memories stick,” said Scurto, who has been working on the book for the past six years.
Written and illustrated by Scurto, Mattie the Giraffe is a beloved character that has developed a whimsical following over the last six years. Scurto’s illustrations not only inspire wonder and curiosity, but leave fans asking, “where will Mattie be next?”
Audience participation has been an engaging experience for Scurto, as her fans contribute imaginative travel spots for her protagonist- Mattie. Scurto felt that Mattie’s story of learning to ride a bike, without knowing how she would stop, could inspire courage in her audiences. A surprise ending, combined with over a dozen original watercolor paintings comprise this lighthearted journey of a reticulated giraffe.
Now you can bring Mattie the Giraffe into your home, and if you order “The Accidental Adventure of Mattie the Giraffe” straight from Scurto’s website your copy will come signed by the author. There is limited stock, and once it runs out you can find copies on Amazon.
The book, which is scheduled to be released Dec. 14, 2021, is also available to pre-order from Target.
Local Author Meet and Greet Locations Announced:
In addition, there will be three book signings where attendees can meet the author and get an autographed book:
- December 22 Sundog Books, Seaside FL 12-4 PM
- 89 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
- January 8 Bodacious Books, Pensacola FL 11-3 PM
- 110 E Intendencia St, Pensacola, FL 32502
- January 11 Destin Library, Destin, FL 2:30 PM
- 150 Sibert Ave, Destin, FL 32541
Meet the Author:
Hailing from Destin, Florida by way of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Scurto is of Colombian descent and finds the warm Florida Weather much to her liking.
Scurto is a self-taught artist whose Art is featured in four different galleries and multiple outdoor areas in the Destin area. For nearly 15 years Scurto has been a professional Artist, and she’s spent over 20 years writing creative content for the vacation rental industry. Finally, she’s combined her passions for storytelling and love of illustrating.
Six years in the making, Mattie the Giraffe began as a shy illustration that went on to be the subject of the 20th anniversary poster for Destin Festival of the Arts and then continued to win multiple awards, culminating in the book. Scurto’s favorite pastimes include birdwatching, attempting to complete the NY Times daily crossword and of course, riding her bike. This is her first book.
So, curl up by the fire with your loved ones and read this fantastical story about Mattie and everyone she meets along the way. And stay tuned for more adventures, you never know where Mattie will be next!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
