Dot. Goes Fishing
Candlewick Entertainment, Author, Fiction, Mar. 23, 2020
Suitable for ages: 5-8
Pages: 80
Themes: Fishing, Father and daughter, High tech gadgets, Nature
Book Jacket Synopsis:
Dot is all set to spend the day on the lake fishing with her dad. They’ve got fishing rods, bait, and lots of sandwiches. And since Dad always comes home from his fishing trips empty-handed, Dot has figured out the perfect high-tech way to make this the most successful trip ever: the Fisherman Joe Fish-Finder! All she has to do is put this amazing frog gadget in the water and open up the app on her tablet, and she and Dad can use sonar to detect all the fish in the lake. But Dot and Dad get a little more than they bargained for when the gadget gets eaten by a giant fish that is bent on traveling with it. Can Dad’s fishing expertise help save the day?
Why I like this book:
This is a clever and timely story about a father and daughter who have very different ideas about fishing. Dad enjoys making his salami sandwiches, relaxing in his rocking boat on the lake, enjoying the beautiful view, and spending time with his daughter. Dot is concerned that her father never brings home any fish from his trips. For Dot, the fish always seem to outsmart her dad. So Dot goes high tech and surprises her dad with a “fish-finder.” Perhaps high tech isn’t always best — a great theme to discuss with kids.
Dot. Goes Fishing is a perfect summer read for children who are reading on their on and are preparing for middle grade books. The story is very entertaining for this age group. There are eight chapters with colorful and lively digital illustrations on every page by the Jim Henson Company.
This is new adventure is based on the animated TV series Dot, which debuted in 2016. Now, viewers can read about their favorite TV character in chapter books which include diversity.
Dot. Goes Fishing, based on a character created by Randi Zuckerberg, is the award-winning animated TV series produced by Industrial Brothers in association with the Jim Henson Company and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). The series has received a Kidscreen Award for Best New Series, a Parents’ Choice Silver Honor, a Common Sense Media five-star rating, a BANFF World Media Festival Rogers Prize for Excellence in Canadian Content, and other accolades. Dot. airs on Universal Kids and Hulu.
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*Review copy provided by the publisher in exchange for a review.
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I´m laughing already. This sounds like hubby and I fishing as we have different ideas. Also, I love the main character’s name, Dot!!
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Great, someone who still fishes. I imagine you love nature and he is high tech?
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We fished a lot off the west coast of BC but not here in Spain. You got it right, I bring a book and enjoy nature while he plays with all the hi-tech equipment. One time I was reading a book of poetry by Ted Hughes. Every time I read one out loud, he caught a fish. So funny. Poetry worked better than all the equipment!!
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That is such a fun story! I can just picture you reading poetry. Your soothing voice must have drawn the fish! Thanks for sharing!
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I don’t know the Dot series, but this sounds like a fun story.
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It is a fun story. I’m not familiar with the TV show either, but it is popular.
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Daddys and daughters fishing together is always a good theme. Thanks for the post.
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Yes, I think so too. I wrote a story about a fishing trip with my dad.
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This sounds like a super fun read. Love that the electronics getting eaten up by a big fish. Ha! Awesome review!
p.s. Pat, did you ever get my email?
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It is a fun story for beginning readers. It will bring up many memories for parents.
No. I get so much that I may have accidentally deleted it. Sorry. Resend, please.
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Great cover and the story had me thinking back to fishing trips with my dad (he made the worst bologna sandwiches!). I have an young niece who would love this story. Thanks for featuring on MMGM.
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Yes, it reminded me of fishing trips with my dad. We went early with donuts.
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This sounds like a neat story! The theme of technology not always being the best way to approach things is interesting, especially since I looked, and the creator of Dot is the sister of Facebook’s founder! Thanks for the great review!
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I thought it did a great job of portraying why dad chose to fish without high-tech gadgets — he loved the silence and beauty of nature.Dot thought it was about winning.
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This sounds like a fun story and series. Thanks for sharing it with us this week.
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Yes, it is a fun story!
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Sounds cute! I think I’m with Dot. when it comes to fishing methods. Let’s have some action! (Which is why I don’t fish!)
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Loved your comment. Dad loved being in nature.
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I like these books for emerging readers. They are quick to read and often pretty clever. This one sounds fun. Thanks for telling me about it.
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Yes, they are perfect for kids learning to read. They are loaded with pictures and just a lot of fun!
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What a great lesson to learn – except if your school goes back all-virtual. Then bust out the tech and settle in!
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Ha! Great comment! Still can enjoy nature in your own yard.
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This sounds sweet and funny. I remember going fishing with my dad. We only caught bluegills and threw them back. My pole was a bamboo rod with a string and a hook…oh, and worms. Can’t forget the worms.
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I knew this story would stir up fun memories for adults. I wasn’t a worm person, but I remember watering the grass the night before at dusk to catch them for fishing.
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