Donna LeBlanc

Purple Dragonfly Book Awards: 1st Place (tie) for Picture Books 6& Older. Purple Dragonfly Book Awards: Honorable Mention for Picture Books 5 & Younger. On a regular day, in a regular mall, one little green ball gets an extraordinary chance to investigate a world he'd only viewed from his shelf in the toy store. With great wit and humor, Donna LeBlanc, author of the Story Monster Approved and multiple award-winning "Explorations of Commander Josh" series, has our little green hero dodging shopper's feet and discovering all the delights-and daring-of a busy shopping mall. Like many little readers, he soon discovers that there is no place like his home in the toy store."Why We Love This Book Teaches a great lesson about trying new things but also about being safe Adorable character even though it's a green ball - great facial expressions Fun pictures that enhance the story Great book to read-aloud with a single child or a group" --Mom-Spot.com

Purple Dragonfly Book Awards: Honorable Mention for Picture Books 6 & Older. Commander Josh is back And this time, he's sailing on the high seas. Using his colorful imagination, ideas from his favorite travel shows (and a little help from his mom's laundry basket), Josh makes his way across the South Pacific to the tropical land of Tahiti From Story Monster Approved and Purple Dragonfly award-winning author Donna LeBlanc, Explorations of Commander Josh Book Two: "In Tahiti" allows readers to sail along with Josh on his latest adventure as he discovers the lush and exotic Society Islands, maneuvers across the beautiful waters ... and tries not to run aground "Why We LOVE this Series: The series encourages children to explore and dream The stories are engaging for parents and children The illustrations are fun and colorful The author uses a wonderful rhyme in her writing style Reminds of us classic Suess Leaves you wanting to go on Josh's next adventure" ​--Mom-Spot.com