Loose Tooth Trouble
Melissa Bixby, Adam Barney
language
(, July 19, 2015)
Bobby has a loose tooth, and every time he wiggles it, it hurts. Journey through this imaginative character’s day, as he receives some hilarious, outrageous, and comical suggestions, on how to remove his tooth, and end his loose tooth trouble!This quirky, fun story, coupled with creative and hilarious illustrations, tackles a universal dilemma that all children are faced with during their childhood, and guides the reader to appreciate that sometimes the simplest solution is the best one.We can all remember the anticipation of the Tooth Fairy when having a loose tooth. Melissa Bixby’s adorable book, Loose Tooth Trouble reminds us what it’s like to wait for a bothersome loose tooth to finally fall out so the Tooth Fairy can visit. This book with it’s unique story line finds creative ways to help the main character, Bobby, loose a tooth and comedic predictability that children love. After reading the book to my boys, my five year old seemed to love the illustrations and thought they were hilarious. My seven year old said he “loved all the different ideas, they were super-weird! They’re funny.” Loose Tooth Trouble is now a staple read whenever one of my boys have a loose tooth. By: Mariella from www.MommyHastoWork.com Forsyth - Reviewed by VONDA HENDERSONLoose Tooth Trouble, by Melissa Bixby, summarizes what a child with his first loose tooth might think about. At each opportunity, Bobby mentions that he has a loose tooth, which hurts, to each adult and friend he contacts during the day. It’s a real dilemma for any child facing how the tooth will finally come out and whether it’s going to hurt. The suggestions from everyone range from the basic, such as eating a particular food, to the imaginative, mostly in the suggestions of his friends. His friends aren’t sharing their experiences, only ways he can get rid of his tooth. The constant reference to one food might backfire, since it’s a healthy food choice, even though it’s the less-painful option mentioned. In the end, Bobby’s tooth comes out when he is distracted by the note he finds. He discovers that worry built up fear about something that, in the end, wasn’t such an issue after all!Melissa Bixby’s Loose Tooth Trouble stars Bobby, a young boy who woke up one morning with a really loose tooth that hurt when he wiggled it. Like any child in distress and in pain, Bobby turned to his mother and friends for a quick and painless solution to his problem. However, what began as a small debacle was soon becoming a monumental and mind-consuming dilemma. This funny, fictional story is well-written, creative, and quite amusing as it addresses one of the many trials and tribulations every child faces, as well as touches on the love and support of friends and family. Adam Barney’s illustrations are detailed, colorful, and help bring Melissa Bixby’s words to life. It’s a must-read, especially if you want to hear the absolutely hilarious solutions to one child’s unfortunate dilemma. Loose Tooth Trouble is a literary work of art that the whole family can enjoy. -Carol K.If there ever was a book that deserved a spot on the table in the children’s dentist office, it’s “Loose Tooth Trouble.”Written by Melissa Bixby with a delightful attention to detail and colorfully illustrated by Adam Barney, this action-packed children’s story gets it right on each page. The fun story follows a boy named Bobby who has a loose tooth. Presented in an entertaining way, the story offers kids a positive message: Mom knows best. A recurring animal character throughout the adventure makes it especially fun for kids who own a pet. (You’ll have to pick up a copy to find out which cuddly pet.)The illustrations are full of depth, aligning creatively with the author’s with the author’s vision. In one scene, when a child friend of Bobby’s suggests that he tie his tooth to a rocket, the colorful drawing grabs your attention. Visit LooseToothBook.com for a signed, personalized copy.