The sweetest surrealist dog is back for a new adventure in Claude on the Big Screen! Claude and his sassy sidekick Sir Bobblysock are at it again as they learn the inner workings of making a movie, filled with fabulous wigs, famous actors, and frivolity!

When Claude discovers a movie is being filmed on Waggy Avenue, he and Sir Bobblysock race over to investigate. After stumbling onto the set, he decides to help the director and actors with their rehearsal of Gorilla Thriller! in typical Claude fashion—with clumsy curiosity and flair. But when Claude accidentally sends the main stars to the hospital, will he and Sir Bobblysock be able to fill in for them and save the film? Fans of this cheeky canine will get a kick out of watching the duo wiggle their way of imaginatively absurd situations and will love guessing what happens next.

Alex T. Smith’s illustrated early chapter book series, featuring his signature cheerful two-color illustrations, promises giggle-filled bedtime reading and a laugh-out-loud adventure for readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books.

Look out for Claude on the Big Screen at your local library, indie bookstore, or Barnes & Noble October 1!

It’s always an honor to be among the fun and beautiful titles that make up the reading lists each year. Enjoy these titles, and make sure to check out the rest of the amazing books on the lists!

Churchill’s Tale of Tails by Anca Sandu

Friends try to help Churchill replace his missing tail. But Churchill’s fun makes him forget his friends. Will Churchill put friends first and find his lost tail along the way? Children will enjoy the delightful friendship tale.

Claude at the Beach by Alex T. Smith

 A small dog named Claude and his animated sock companion, Sir Bobblysock, head to the beach for their latest adventure that includes rescuing a swimmer, winning a sand castle contest, and searching for treasure. Claude’s silly antics keep readers laughing.

Lion vs. Rabbit by Alex Latimer

Lion is mean to everyone! Various animals try to stand up to Lion, but fail. And then a rabbit arrives. Can such a small, gentle animal defeat Lion?

Three Hens and  a Peacock by Lester Laminack

A peacock shows up at the farm and lures visitors to the farm stand. The hens get jealous so hound dog suggests they swap duties. The peacock and the hens find the tasks more difficult than they thought.

Quarterback Season by Fred Bowen

A clever boy-focused story about middle-grade Matt playing for a football team. The story is clever because it integrates the trials of playing a sport through a boy’s journal and e-mail messages. Football is the hook, and the journal provides authenticity.

Mr. President Goes to School by Rick Walton

When Mr. President needs a break from solving world problems, he disguises himself and joins Mrs. Applegate’s classroom. Kids will hang on every word and picture as the President enters their world, learning to solve world problems kid-style!

Mark your calendars for more adventures with the always impeccably dressed Claude and Sir Bobblysock this April!

Claude and Sir Bobblysock are at it again! In their next adventure, the pair joins Miss Highkick-Spin’s dance troupe. Claude and Sir Bobblysock love the theater they will be dancing in—especially the beautiful chandelier—but they decide to avoid the darker, spookier areas back stage. Then, when it is time to perform, their worst nightmares come true; a ghost is ruining each act as soon as they go on stage! It is up to Claude to reveal this ghost and his tricks, and when the beautiful chandelier threatens to topple the show’s judge, Claude must jump into action yet again.

This is another hilarious installment in the Claude series. Claude’s curiosity leads to unpredictable adventures, but no matter where he goes, he is adored by all. Sir Bobblysock, on the other hand, is a delicate sock who is prone to headaches, bad knees, and, above all, perfectly-timed sarcasm. Together, the pair bounces from place to place, making many friends and creating plenty of memories along the way. Yet, they always return home to their beloved Mr. and Mrs. Shinnyshoes. That is, until the next adventure comes along….

For more on the Claude series, click here.

Is it having a snowball fight?

Is it skiing gracefully as snow falls?

Is it entering snowman-building competitions?

Look! Claude thinks he knows. Yes, Claude?

Oh! Of course!

The magic is in spending time with the people (and socks) you love.

We hope you’ll spend this December sharing Claude & Sir. B’s wintry adventure with the little people close to your heart. To help you do just that, Claude on the Slopes is the December #FreeBookFriday! Enter below!

 

Claude and his best friend Sir Bobblysock go to the Snowy Mountains to swish down the powdery slopes. They throw snowballs, learn to ski, and enter a snow-sculpture contest. But when an avalanche threatens their winter wonderland, Claude must come to the rescue.own the powdery slopes. They throw snowballs, learn to ski, and enter a snow-sculpture contest. But when an avalanche threatens their winter wonderland, Claude must come to the rescue.

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Do you ever wonder if Claude gets jealous of Sir Bobblysock?  

Think about it: Sir Bobblysock is both a sock and quite bobbly. I mean, talk about a double threat.

What if we leveled the playing field a bit? What if we made Claude into a sock?

There’s a whole world of puppetry arts that we could explore… Claude could have his own adventure vlog… 

That’s it. This is happening. Go grab your supplies and meet me back here in five.

Supplies:

1. Warm up your hot glue gun.
2. Stick your hand inside the sock. Create the indent where Claude’s mouth will be in the space between your forefinger and thumb.

            3. Cut out Claude’s ears and beret using shapes like this: 

 

We’d love to see your Claude or Sir. B sock puppets! Post your sock puppet theater videos on social and tag us, or send them to publicity [at] peachtree [dash] online [dot] com!