Children's Book Review of Gilbert, the Surfer Dude by Diane deGroat

"Gilbert, the Surfer Dude" by Diane deGroat

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“Gilbert, the Surfer Dude” by Diane deGroat is a lighthearted fun read for children. The story starts with Gilbert and his family taking a trip to the beach but there are some problems to be solved along the way. First, Gilbert forgets his bathing suit then Lola is afraid of the water. Gilbert finds swim trunks at the store though with the words ‘Surfer Dude’ printed on them but they are too big for him and the laughter begins.

Recommended reading for K-3 it was an easy read for a 1st grader and even adults get a giggle over what happens to Gilbert in his oversized bathing suit. Both the story and the artwork are a delight to the reader.

You can find “Gilbert, the Surfer Dude” at the following Capital Area District Library locations:

Dansville Library
Holt–Delhi Library
Leslie Library
Mason Library
Okemos Library
South Lansing Library
Williamston Library

You might also enjoy these other children’s books by Diane deGroat:
April Fool! Watch Out at School!
Brand-new Pencils, Brand-new Books
Gilbert, the Surfer Dude
Good Night, Sleep Tight, Don't Let the Bedbugs Bite!
Happy Birthday to You, You Belong in a Zoo
Jingle Bells, Homework Smells
Last One in Is a Rotten Egg!
Mother, You're the Best! (But Sister, You're a Pest!)
No More Pencils, No More Books, No More Teacher's Dirty Looks!
Roses Are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink
Trick or Treat, Smell My Feet

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