ABCs and 123s For Boys by Tom McLaughlin - Book Tour and Giveaway

ABCs and 123s For Boys - Book Tour and Giveaway

11/18/2020

ABCs and 123s for Boys
by Tom McLaughlin
Genre: Children's Picture Book

Pirates, Ninjas, and Dinosaurs Romp Through the ABCs!
Preschoolers will love the “ABCs and 123s for Boys” book and coloring book

It’s not Christmas “crunch time.” But, given your procrastination track record, MAYBE IT IS TIME to make some holiday decisions.
No, we’re not talking about picking the ugly sweater for your company’s “Zoom” Christmas party.

But if preschoolers are on your gift list, you can skip the Black Friday lines with a fun, new ABCs book that:
·         Falls into the category of “Aww, that’s adorable”
·         Qualifies as a “Stocking stuffer” and
·         Checks the box for “Buy this. We don’t want Little Johnny to fail preschool!”

If a preschooler is in your home, family, or circle of friends, ABCs and 123s for Boys is a great storytime addition. Kids will laugh and learn with this romp through the alphabet.
ABCs and 123s for Boys brings the alphabet to life with dozens of entertaining characters. From ALEX the Alligator (an astronaut) to ZACK the Zebra (ziplining over the zoo), each letter features different boy’s name, fun rhyme, and scene.
“Picture Dr. Seuss meets Sesame Street,” says author Tom McLaughlin. “Each page of ABCs and 123s for Boys is wonderfully fun – featuring pirates and ninjas to sharks and dinosaurs.”
This clever, illustrated book makes learning the ABCs and numbers easy. There are hidden surprises on pages. (Look for ants sneaking away with food.) Kids will find and count the birds, fish, and animals. Plus, kids will love the surprise ending. You can personalize the story with your child’s name on the last page!
ABCs and 123s for Boys gives kids an extra serving of storytime fun. “Kids will love HANK the Hippo and the other characters,” adds McLaughlin. “It’s far more engaging than an ‘A is for Apple’ book. And when kids are engaged, they’re learning.”

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PLUS, if your child likes to color, break out the crayons! The new ABCs and 123s for Boys Coloring Book features jumbo-sized characters from the ABC book. Add a box of crayons with the books and you have a great Christmas gift.
ABCs and 123s for Boys and the ABCs and 123s for Boys Coloring Book can be found at Amazon and bookstores. They’re ideal for toddler, preschool, homeschool, daycare, baby shower, birthday, Christmas stocking stuffer, and grandson gifts. For other fun books, visit www.ABCsand123s.com.

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Tom McLaughlin has been writing for years, creating advertising for items ranging from toys to enormous construction equipment. Working for a book publishing company, he also promoted New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling books. Raising three energetic kids, zigzagging cross country on family vacations, and growing up in a typically crazy Catholic family have given Tom years of writing material.
The McLaughlin clan currently lives in a 100-year-old bungalow in the Midwest. When Tom’s not renovating or writing, he’s piloting the crew on another adventure. Or he’s simply in the backyard battling the dandelions and crabgrass. ABCs and 123s for Boys is his first book.

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100 Comments

Bea LaRocca

11/18/2020 03:53:43 am

I love the cover! This sounds like a great story to gift to my grandsons. Thank you for sharing your book and author details and for offering a giveaway.

Tom McLaughlin link

11/18/2020 08:46:07 am

Bea, thanks for the note!

"ABCs and 123s for Boys" was so fun to create! Everyone's favorite character seems to be Hank the Hippo. My personal favorite is Pete the Pirate. (I've dressed as a pirate for Halloween nearly 20 years. It started by trick-or-treating with our 4-year-old, wearing a torn shirt, eye patch, and bandana.)

Plus, I'm working on a "Pete the Pirate" picture book series.

Thanks again for the note. I hope your Grandchildren like the book! Look for the fun ABC and 123 coloring book, too. https://www.amazon.com/ABCs-123s-Boys-Coloring-Book/dp/1734896132

-Tom McLaughlin

Christina Gould

11/18/2020 09:12:06 am

I like the beautiful artwork on the cover. Thanks for the giveaway!

11/18/2020 11:32:15 am

Hi Christina,
Thanks.
We wanted to create fun energy on the cover to show off some of the book's characters. On the back of the wrap-around cover, you'll find Hank the Hippo -- and some of the infamous ants (sneaking away with picnic items). Visit the links to Amazon to "Look Inside." I think you'll like it!
- Tom McLaughlin

Eva Millien

11/18/2020 10:45:41 am

Looks like a fun learning experience and it has a fun, attractive cover! Thanks for sharing with me and Good luck with the tour!

11/18/2020 11:48:16 am

Hi Eva,
Probably like you, I discovered most ABC books lack imagination. And I found studies that showed reading skills for boys trail far behind girls -- for years.

So, we named all of the ABC characters with boys names and created some super fun scenes and sentences to help engage them in learning the ABCs, letter sounds and 1-10 numbers. And in the coloring book, kids can draw, scribble and learn the letter and number shapes.

Susan Smith

11/18/2020 11:54:15 am

This looks like a cute book that my nephew would love. I love the cover.

Tom McLaughlin

11/18/2020 08:42:31 pm

Hi Susan,
Thanks. If you want a sneak peek a few interior pages, LOOK INSIDE at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BZXN9G4 or visit https://www.abcsand123s.com/. The ABCs coloring book is a fun gift idea for kids, too. :)

Rita Wray

11/18/2020 11:57:49 am

Sounds like a cute book.

11/18/2020 08:50:58 pm

Pirates, Ninjas, and Dinosaurs romp through the ABCs! What else can a preschooler want?
And when you PERSONALIZE the book with the child's name at the end of the story, they'll say "Read it again!"

Beyond Comps

11/18/2020 12:15:59 pm

Great cover!

11/18/2020 08:57:46 pm

Thanks! Adit, our illustrator, is great. Plus, we invested in premium paper and premium color printing. Perfect for gift giving!

Jon Heil

11/18/2020 12:44:20 pm

Its cool since it got animals on it

11/18/2020 09:05:36 pm

Thanks Jon,
Kids are going to like Alex the alligator (an astronaut) to Zack the zebra (ziplining over the zoo). Let me know your favorite!

Marcy Meyer

11/18/2020 02:09:25 pm

Cute cover! Looks great!

11/18/2020 09:27:44 pm

Hi Marcy, Thanks. Take a tour through https://www.abcsand123s.com/ to see the A-Z and 1-10 characters.

Sherry

11/18/2020 04:07:41 pm

I love the cover. This would be great for my nephews.

11/18/2020 09:54:04 pm

Sherry, Thanks.
We had a lot of fun creating 3 dozen characters for the book.
Nearly 3,250 kids rated the book 5 stars on Amazon. I hope your nephew does, too!

11/19/2020 08:34:50 am

Oops. My bad.
My guardian angel tells me 3,250 is an exaggeration...
But if your nephew really likes ABCs and 123s for Boys, maybe he can rate the book 3,250 stars!
- And I bet he'll give YOU a star for best Aunt ever! :)

wendy hutton

11/18/2020 05:10:37 pm

I love the cover, looks so fun

11/19/2020 08:49:03 am

Hi Wendy,
People have fallen in love with the characters in the book. Each page gives kids a fun A-Z and 1-10 scene, and many pages have little hidden characters to find. And the coloring book features the same adorable characters and scenes -- only bigger and easy to color.

Debbie P

11/18/2020 06:29:53 pm

This looks like a wonderful book.

11/19/2020 08:53:19 am

Hi Debbie, thanks for the note.
If you buy a book for a little loved one in your life, please leave a review. I'd love to know your feedback.
(And if you can post a photo of reading the book with him/her, that would be awesome!)

Victoria Alexander

11/18/2020 06:30:44 pm

Great post - thanks for sharing!

11/19/2020 08:59:39 am

Hi Victoria,
I'm so glad you left a note.
ABCs and 123s for Boys is my first book in a series. In addition to the companion ABCs Coloring Book, we created a fun ABCs Wall Poster. Together with a box of crayons, they'd make a great stocking stuffer.
NOTE: you can receive a free poster download at https://www.ABCsand123s.com !

EDYE

11/18/2020 07:48:59 pm

This cover is so cute!

11/19/2020 09:06:27 am

Hi Edye, Thanks!
The cover shows a few of the 3 dozen cute characters in the book.
The cover is similar to a page of the book where parents can PERSONALIZE the story by adding THEIR CHILD'S name to the book, encouraging them to read.

Sarah L

11/18/2020 08:29:59 pm

Looks like an fun book.
Thanks for the contest.

11/19/2020 09:16:39 am

Winner winner. Chicken dinner!

Sarah, thanks for the note.
If you're staying up late, worrying if you won or not, here's a remedy...

The rumor is if you visit https://www.ABCsand123s.com , it says you can download a FREE Kindle copy of "ABCs and 123s for Boys" on Friday, Nov. 20th at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BZXN9G4

Seriously

Wendy Jensen

11/18/2020 10:52:06 pm

The book cover makes it look like a fun book to read.

11/19/2020 09:23:22 am

Hi Wendy,
Thanks for the note.
We had a lot of fun creating the cover. The animals are all featured in the ABC pages. One of my favorites is "Frank the fox (a fireman) who wears funny socks." Kids will love it. The artwork is fantastic. It'll make a great gift if you have a little loved one in your life. - Cheers

bn100

11/19/2020 10:33:54 am

cute cover

11/20/2020 03:03:26 pm

Hi there BN --
Happy Friday!
Our artist, Adit, is so talented! And we knew we were on target with the characters when his 2-year-old gave his approval!
If you get a chance to buy a copy, please leave a review on Amazon. I'd like to hear your thoughts.

Mary Cloud

11/19/2020 11:21:47 am

The cover is cute - thanks for sharing

11/20/2020 03:11:41 pm

Hi Mary!
Thanks. The entire book is filled with fun characters and pictures. We wanted to break the mold on the 'A is for Apple' ABC book. If there's a preschooler in your family / life, I hope you win a copy -- or go to your local bookstore (or visit Amazon.)

Lily Blain

11/19/2020 02:31:59 pm

this looks adorable <3

11/20/2020 04:08:52 pm

Hi Lily,
Working with our artist was a LOT of fun. The cover, intro spread, and Alex the alligator (letter A page) set the tone for a fun ride through the alphabet and numbers.
Get a sneak peak at LOOK INSIDE on Amazon. And you can download a FREE Kindle copy today - Nov. 20 - at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BZXN9G4.

Kelly D

11/19/2020 03:44:49 pm

I like the cover, it is cute.

11/20/2020 04:15:25 pm

Thanks Kelly,
One of my favorite characters is Frank the fox. In fact, we envision adding him in other adventures.
Plus, the hero on the cover, the boy who's reading to the animals, has become the young Pete the pirate for our next book series. See https://www.abcsand123s.com/books

Terri Quick

11/19/2020 07:52:14 pm

Adorable cover

11/20/2020 04:25:59 pm

Thanks Terri,
Have a preschooler in your house? Family? Friends?

Get a Free Kindle copy today at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BZXN9G4
And see our other books at: https://www.abcsand123s.com/books

athena graeme

11/20/2020 08:46:31 am

What a great baby shower gift this would make!

11/20/2020 02:57:54 pm

Hi Athena,
Fantastic idea. Thanks for the note.
If someone's having an animal themed shower, we have you covered from Alligators to Zebras!

In addition to the book and coloring book, go to https://www.abcsand123s.com (give your email address) and we'll send a digital ABCs Poster that you can print at Walgreens to gift!

DawnM.

11/20/2020 06:22:50 pm

I love the name! When I wake up my grandkids for school I sometimes say " Its time to learn your abc's and 123's. I say it so often that I swear Ive heard my Quaker Parrot say it. :)

11/22/2020 06:16:43 am

Hi Dawn, I hope you registered for the giveaways. And if you visit https://www.ABCsand123s.com , you can get a free ABC wall poster download! It sounds like the coloring book is a great idea, too. Have fun reading to the kids.

Dawn Keenan

11/20/2020 06:28:36 pm

I love the characters on the front. They look so friendly.

11/22/2020 06:24:00 am

Hi Dawn,
Thanks. The characters are also featured on the letter pages. You can play "I Spy" with kids to find difference on the art, too. For example, Max the moose has a new friend with him on the cover.
If you're shopping for little loved ones, don't forget the crayons!

Laura Rubenstein

11/22/2020 08:46:04 am

Very cute cover

Thomas McLaughlin

11/24/2020 06:33:43 am

Hi Laura. Thanks for the note. If you visit www.ABCsand123s.com, you can sign up to receive a free ABCs wall poster, too.

LYNN CLAYTON

11/22/2020 03:45:26 pm

oh this looks great thank you

11/24/2020 06:37:24 am

Hi Lynn, thanks. The book and coloring book combo make a great combo for holiday gift giving. Teaching reading skills to boys is more difficult than for girls.

Peggy Welte-Clayton

11/23/2020 10:35:05 am

Wow you really hit this one out of the park this is perfect for my grandson who lives in Ca. He lived on the streets of SF until 1 yr ago and has advanced some but still is behind and this book he would think was made for him as he loves simple covers and loves to learn. Thank you peggy clayton

11/24/2020 06:29:37 am

Hi Peggy, thanks for the note. This is a fun and engaging book for early learning — Teaching letters, letter sounds and numbers. And you can ADD your grandson’s name to the story at the end of the book, encouraging reading. All my best.

Nancy

11/25/2020 06:59:00 pm

I liked the colorful cover of your book. I think that your cover and the content of you book will be engaging for young lads.

Lisa

11/26/2020 06:46:38 pm

Very cute cover!

Lisa P.

11/26/2020 08:23:23 pm

From the excerpt and the cover, it looks like a fun and colorful book. I like the illustrations because they look bouncy and fun, like they have movement, rather than just flat, dull pictures. I'm curious what the surprise ending is that is mentioned in the blurb up above.

Tom

12/19/2020 06:59:15 am

Hi Lisa, Thanks for the note.The last page includes a scene and sentence where you can add your child's name to the book! Guaranteed to make them say " read it again."

beth shepherd

11/26/2020 08:53:47 pm

I like the cover and the blurb!

Stephanie Liske

11/26/2020 09:55:02 pm

I like the cover.

David Hollingsworth

11/26/2020 10:33:36 pm

Looks like a great book for kids.

Ann Fantom

11/27/2020 07:16:33 am

I like the cover. It is very cute!

Danielle Day

11/27/2020 12:42:39 pm

Its cute!

Ginger Hafer

11/28/2020 02:17:39 am

The cover is cute and colorful. Sounds like a great children's book.

Cynthia C

11/28/2020 12:17:56 pm

I love this for my little nephew.

12/19/2020 07:04:58 am

Cynthia, I bet he'll love you for it! Don't forget the coloring book. And visit https://www.BANdstand123s.com for a freebie!

12/19/2020 07:18:13 am

Sorry. Autofill butchered the website: ABCSAND123S.com :)

Debbi Wellenstein

11/28/2020 03:15:11 pm

I enjoyed learning about this book. Thank you for the giveaway!

Tara Zarecky

11/29/2020 12:11:17 pm

Cute cover! My grandson would love this!

12/19/2020 07:23:13 am

Hi Tara, thanks for the note. This is a fun book, Teaching letters, letter sounds and numbers. And you can ADD your grandson’s name to the story at the end of the book, encouraging reading. He'll love the coloring book, too! All my best

Karin

12/7/2020 06:28:34 am

Fantastic learning book

Nina

12/7/2020 08:42:27 pm

So cute. Looks great! :)

Meredith Thompson

12/11/2020 01:10:48 pm

Looks like a cute kids book!

Leslie Price

12/12/2020 01:44:13 pm

This looks like something my little nephew would really enjoy- super adorable.

12/19/2020 08:02:33 am

Hi Leslie, Thanks for the note. Our artist has a 2-year-old, so we had a built-in focus group during the process. I hope it's just what he needs to jumpstart your nephew's ABCS. Add some crayons with the coloring book and he's all set.
Good luck with the contest.

Sherry Blamer

12/13/2020 09:27:01 am

This would be perfect for my son. He knows his number to 10 and colors. We are still working on letters.

12/19/2020 07:12:16 am

Sherry, Thanks for the note. The alphabet is super fun. And the rhymes and alliteration will help with learning the letters and letter sounds.
The coloring book includes super big letters and the same fun characters. Good luck in the contest.

June S.

12/14/2020 09:20:00 am

My grandchildren would love this book.

12/19/2020 07:30:35 am

Hi June. Thanks for the note.
I hope some of their names are featured in the book. If not, you can add them on their letter (and ask what kind of animal character they want to be) or add them to the story on the last page! And don't forget the crayons and coloring books.

Emily B.

12/15/2020 11:20:11 pm

Cute cover! This would have helped my brother when he was little.

12/19/2020 08:32:08 am

Hi Emily,
Boys have different reading interests and needs than girls. Short, entertaining, fast-paced action, engaging, funny ... and hopefully this book sets them on a successful reading path!
And the coloring book adds another dimension.
If you have any toddlers in your life, I hope they are delighted with the books.
Good luck in the contest!

Carol G

12/16/2020 09:14:20 am

This one looks like a good possibility for my toddler great-grandson

12/19/2020 07:35:23 am

Hi Carol, books make great Christmas presents. And you'll enjoy the present of reading to him when he's on your lap, too. :)
Thanks the note. Good luck with the contest.

Kelly O

12/16/2020 02:00:20 pm

I like the cover. Looks like a really cute book. The illustrations are awesome.

12/19/2020 08:07:39 am

Kelly, Thanks. Kids will have a lot of fun finding the hidden surprises on the pages, too!

Aubrey Briskin

12/17/2020 10:29:37 am

I love the cover, my grandson would love this.

12/19/2020 07:43:16 am

Hi Aubrey, Boys love action and interactive books! This is just the ticket.
Plus, it helps teach the alphabet and letter sounds. The coloring book is a perfect companion, too.
I hope he loves it. Let me know.

Daniel M

12/17/2020 06:24:18 pm

like the cover

Leah Cavendish

12/18/2020 05:47:12 am

This looks like a really cool and fun book.

12/19/2020 08:38:30 am

Thanks! Check out the "Look Inside" feature on Amazon for more. It's filled with fun characters and surprises. ... perfect for any little loved ones in your life!

latisha depoortere

12/18/2020 12:14:55 pm

Love the cover thanks for sharing!

Doreen

12/18/2020 01:50:17 pm

It really looks like a fun book for children to read!!

12/19/2020 08:42:15 am

Hi Doreen, thanks.
And it's as much fun to give as it is to read! (Don't forget the coloring book and crayons.) :)

Francine Anchondo

12/18/2020 03:43:43 pm

Cute cover

Renee S

12/18/2020 03:50:24 pm

Love the cover! It represents the book very well. Would be great for my 2 year old nephew learnings his numbers and alphabet!

12/19/2020 07:53:23 am

Hi Renee, Kids are sponges at that age. The most important thing is to read to them daily. Studies show it will exponentially improve their scholastic results.
I hope he likes the book and coloring book. Let me know with an Amazon review!

Sand

12/18/2020 10:01:44 pm

Looks like a great cover!

Stacey A Smith

12/18/2020 11:11:02 pm

don't know why it's just for boys but it's cute.

12/19/2020 08:21:23 am

Hi Stacey, Thanks for the note. Both boys and girls will adore the book.
I discovered that boys lag behind girls' reading and language apprehension for years. So by featuring boys names for the characters, it adds extra engagement that boosts their reading interest.
I hope you and your little ones enjoy it!

Jerry Marquardt

12/18/2020 11:25:25 pm

I would like to give thanks for all your really great writings, including ABC's and 123's for Boys, and wishing the best in keeping up the good work in the future.

12/19/2020 08:10:22 am

Jerry, thanks for your kind comment. Have a safe and blessed holiday.

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