{"title":"Series: Shermy and Shake","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of \u003cem\u003e'Shermy and Shake'\u003c\/em\u003e, an enchanting book series perfect for young readers. Dive into tales filled with humour, friendship, and valuable life lessons. Ideal for children who are just beginning to discover the joy of reading, these books offer a rich blend of engaging stories and relatable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn stories like \u003cem\u003e'Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-New Kid'\u003c\/em\u003e, readers join Shermy and his playful, energetic dog, Shake, as they navigate the ups and downs of school life, making new friends, and overcoming challenges. With every adventure, children learn about empathy, kindness, and the importance of embracing new experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in the series features vivid illustrations and heartwarming narrative that captivate children's imaginations. The \u003cem\u003e'Shermy and Shake'\u003c\/em\u003e series is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf, offering timeless stories that parents and children can enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shermy-and-shake-the-not-so-new-kid-by-kirby-larson-9781536219432","title":"Shermy and Shake, the Not-So-New Kid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShermy and Shake, the Not-So-New Kid\u003c\/em\u003e is a heartwarming story by Newbery Honoree Kirby Larson that continues with warmth and humour, featuring the adventures of Shermy and his pal Shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShermy is thrilled to find out that the new kid in school is none other than his friend Shake. However, he soon worries that the other kids might like Shake better. Being a second grader turns out to be even cooler than Shermy imagined. He delights in reading new stories, filling out charts about them, helping his teacher get organised, and taking on the role of a good classroom leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Shermy’s teacher asks him to be a school buddy for the new student, he eagerly agrees. To his surprise, the new kid is Shake, his summer friend from out of town. At first, this seems like amazing news—but is it really? Although meticulous Shermy and boisterous Shake are very different, soon the other kids begin to see Shake as a super rare Magic Monster card, while Shermy feels overlooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan Shermy and Shake maintain their friendship now that school is in session? This nuanced story explores the themes of friendship and individuality, and shines with authentic humour and understanding, brought to life by illustrator Shinji Fujioka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699260051692,"sku":"9781536219432","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26444463482734.jpg?v=1753784507"},{"product_id":"shermy-and-shake-the-not-so-nice-neighbor-by-kirby-larson-9781536219425","title":"Shermy and Shake, the Not So Nice Neighbor","description":"\u003cb\u003eWill summer break be a drag or a blast for meticulous Shermy when rambunctious Shake moves in next door? From Newbery Honor recipient Kirby Larson comes a bighearted chapter book about two boys’ friendship.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen a new kid comes to stay with his grandmother at the house next door, Shermy’s plans for a quiet, relaxing summer are completely upended. That’s because Shake is \u003ci\u003enothing \u003c\/i\u003elike Shermy. And Shermy is \u003ci\u003enothing \u003c\/i\u003elike Shake. Shermy\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003elikes to read quietly in the shade of a tree. He knows the proper way to do a puzzle. He collects treasures in the pouch he wears around his neck, and the books on his shelves are alphabetized by author. Shake\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003elikes to play street hockey or space explorers. He gobbles up rocket ice pops and Toaster Tarts. He shows up unannounced and plays board games by his own rules. As the two boys are forced to spend more and more time together, will they learn how to get along? Or will it be one long countdown until Shake goes home? Newbery Honor recipient Kirby Larson teams up with debut illustrator Shinji Fujioka to create a humorous and heartfelt ode to summer—and to unexpected friendships.","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46996113162476,"sku":"9781536219425","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4eadd4b0e312554d343d9c4b6030aee6.jpg?v=1763157221"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/series-shermy-and-shake.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}