TOYS GO OUT

A girl's toys lead secret animated lives, full of challenges. Lumphy, Stingray, and Plastic seek answers to difficult questions: What is Plastic's identity? What's the truth about the washing machine? Can stuffed animals swim? These humorous adventures are brought to life by Melanie Martinez, who reads with enthusiasm. Martinez finds appropriate voices for Jenkins's memorable characters. The girl is infectiously enthusiastic, Lumphy is slow and thoughtful--always a good friend, Stingray is a bit bossy and a know-it-all but means well, and Plastic is simply joyous. This story may make young listeners wonder what their toys do when they're not around. J.K.R. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine [Published: OCT/ NOV 07]