Cranky (Cranky and Friends)

From the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and debut picture book author Phuc Tran comes a new picture book series that’s Little Blue Truck meets Grumpy Monkey, starring a crane truck named Cranky and his friends from the construction site!

"Trans “Cranky & Friends” ­ series is perfect for readers [who love construction equipment like cranes, dump trucks, and cement trucks]." –School Library Journal From the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and debut picture book author Phuc Tran, this is a hilarious picture book about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships!

It's the last day at the construction site and Cranky the crane truck is feeling, well, cranky. And he doesn't want to talk about it. His friends Zippy, Wheezy, and Dump Chuck try to cheer him up. But you know what doesn't help when you're feeling cranky? A lot of talking.

But what will help?

With Phuc Trans hilarious text and Pete Oswalds bold, expressive illustrations, this tale shows young readers how kind friends and honesty are the perfect tools for navigating strong emotions. Perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.

A Childrens Book Committee Best Book of the Year!