Who knew that grammar could be so much fun! As a teacher, my English Language Arts classes don't see it that way. I am hoping that this book will help change their minds! Not only does this book have a story, and fun pictures, it teaches a lesson in a different way. Thank you to Netgalley for this free e-book in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to sharing it with my classes next school year.

This book is perfect for a 1st grade classroom. We work on punctuation a lot, so having this story and the adventure is a fun way to introduce the concept. I loved how when each punctuation was talking, their punctuation mark was used. It also gave the reasoning and need for punctuation in a simple way that makes it easy for kids to grasp.

This is a cute story about punctuation going on a "vacation" because they felt overused and unappreciated. On vacation they learn how important they really are and they meet some new friends. I think this book puts a fun spin on a skill that can be "boring" for kids. I like how the words on the island are illustrated to represent their meaning and make them fun. The illustrations are fun and colorful. The punctuation marks go on a fun adventure that I think kids would really enjoy....the shark, tsunami, Island of Chaos....all things kids are interested in. I think this book would be a great addition to any library - personal or classroom. I know it will be added to mine!

Thank you Cheryl Olsten and Fleecydale Press for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book via NetGalley! This review was written voluntarily and all opinions are my own.

I loved this book. The artwork is beautiful, and the premise is great. It’s an adventure with an educational twist (that doesn’t come off as stiff or too in-your-face). The punctuation characters are cute and distinctive, and the use of punctuation/grammar within their dialogue is fun (but also slyly informative). Kids will really like this one and hopefully even learn a little.

A very nice way of showing the importance of punctuation as well as describing their functions on each sentences. The artsyle is amazing. Very helpful for children who are just start able to read, and learn the symbols in among sentences.

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Punctuation to the Rescue is a cute story that addresses the use and importance of punctuation in sentences. Following the commonly used punctuation characters, the story demonstrates that using proper punctuation makes sentences clearer. As an educator, I would use this story as a read aloud followed up with discussion about complete sentences and how to make our sentences more interesting. I would recommend this book for teacher librarians and classroom teachers.

Thank you NetGalley, Fleecydale Press and Cheryl Olsen for providing me with a copy of Punctuation to the Rescue.

This book has a niche and it definitely fills it. It would be great for classrooms! Lots of dynamic text and silliness abound. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me read!

What a cute and charming children’s book about grammar. I can’t wait to read this to my kids. I thought the concept was a fun way to learn about punctuation - with a fun adventure to keep the kids interested.

The illustrations were gorgeous and vivid. They really brought the story to life.

Definitely add this to your collection of learning books.

This is perfect! My daughter has recently started her reading journey, so I have added a few books to my ipad mini for her to read on kindle when on the go. She loves them! This one was so cute.

Marvelous storytelling! A book falls off the shelf in the library during a storm and the punctuations fall out. Then they start to complain about those who use and misuse them and decide to take a vacation on the Island of Fun. But that isn't where they wind up! Great fun learning!
The illustrations by Sara Not are simple, imaginative and FUN in exploring what punctuation does using brilliant colors. Well suited for reading alone or WITH someone of any age, including ESL, and great for gifting to everyone, but especially to a school, waiting room, or your local public library!
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When a book falls from a shelf, some of the punctuation inside decide to go on holiday to ease their hurt feelings. Question mark, period and comma set off on a mad adventure that leads them to an island of chaos.

The illustrations were cute and the text playful, but the intended age of audience was unclear to me. The text was word heavy and dense and didn't match the pictures that seemed appropriate for very young readers. I wish that the ideas of each punctuation mark would be fleshed out more clearly and that the story ended in a different way. Interesting concept. I'm sure some teachers might love it for a quick read aloud, but it didn't reach its full potential.

Thank you to Fleecydale Press, Cheryl Olsten and Netgalley for a digital ARC. All thoughts are my own.

Punctuation marks go on an adventure. And help to save the day! Kids will love hearing about the punctuation marks that are no longer in use as well.

This was a cute, fun read. I think it would be good for kids around their early elementary years.
It is a really fun way to learn about punctuation. I also really liked the illustrations!

What a fun and cute way to teach kids about punctuation! It was informative without being overly detailed. I also love how each punctuation spoke the way they work, such a cute touch.

I don’t know that you can find a more exciting method of reviewing punctuation! In this lighthearted and silly adventure, characters such as comma, exclamation point, and question mark are traveling to different islands across a spread of brightly colored pages. Each with their own unique skillset to use, these are applied on an unexpected pitstop to save the day from loose words in mayhem. This really is an engaging adventure that will have young kids ready to apply what they’ve earned in no time. Fun fonts and creative texts will keep young eyes glued page after page, ready to see what happens next.

Hilariously silly and grammatically exciting! When punctuation feels underappreciated and overworked they take a vacation. It’s a harrowing adventure with exclamation, comma, period and question. Personally I loved the surprise guest appearance by Pilcrow! Plus the introduction of a potential future new punctuation?!

As I read this book I immediately wanted to share it with several family members aside from my children! This is a book that will be loved by many ages, especially those who have a particular fondness for grammar!

Please, don’t forgot proper punctuation and go get this book for your home library!

Thank you @NetGalley for an advanced e-copy of this book! What a fun read!

I am a complete nerd so I found this children’s book about function marks going on an adventure to be very charming and funny.

Punctuation to the Rescue introduces young readers (ages 3–6) to the basics of punctuation through a story that’s simple and accessible. While the concept is helpful, I found myself wishing for clearer, more effective examples of how punctuation actually works in sentences. The illustrations weren’t to my taste either and didn’t do much to elevate the learning experience.

Thank you to NetGalley, Cheryl Olsten | Fleecydale Press for this free, advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Punctuation to the Rescue will be published October 30, 2025.

This is a fun read, perfect for children. A fun way to show children the importance of punctuations.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author Cheryl Olsten, and the publisher for allowing me to preview this title in exchange for an honest review.

I read this with my 6yr old. The illustrations were very bright and fun. I liked how the punctuations spoke in their function (the exclamation point was excited, the question mark on spoke in questions, and so on). However, that is really where the praise ends. It was a fairly boring story that didn't make much sense. The island that the punctuation had to save didn't flow and, truthfully, I didn't understand. So it was 100% lost on a smart 6 yr old. I feel that the author did not fully understand their audience. It was cute with punctuation speaking but the story was confusing.