E & Me: Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! by Ann Aubitz
Meet Tuck-a dancing, pie-loving turkey who’s about to discover that he’s safe, loved, and exactly where he belongs. Told in joyful rhyme and bursting with heart, E & Me, Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! is a charming picture book about friendship, imagination, and the comfort of knowing you’re truly cared for.
Tuck is a playful turkey with a big personality and an even bigger heart. His very best friend is little E-a bright, giggly child who spends her days crunching through autumn leaves, twirling in the kitchen, and sharing secret moments with her feathered companion. But as Thanksgiving approaches and the house fills with the tempting smells of pie, rolls, and buttery mashed potatoes, Tuck can’t help but wonder… is he really safe?
What follows is a gentle, reassuring story that turns a familiar Thanksgiving worry into laughter, trust, and gratitude-wrapped in cozy moments and joyful surprises. Why parents and grandparents love this book: Reassuring and tender – Comforting for young readers and perfect for easing childhood worries. Celebrating friendship across differences – A sweet reminder that love and kindness are what make a family. Perfect read-aloud rhythm – Playful rhymes that invite giggles, participation, and repeat readings. Gratitude-centered message – Ends with a heartfelt moment of thankfulness that naturally sparks meaningful conversations.
A new Thanksgiving tradition – Ideal for cozy fall nights, classrooms, and sharing across generations. With its lovable characters, cozy autumn setting, and a delightful twist on Thanksgiving expectations, E & Me, Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! is a story children will ask to hear again and again-and one adults will treasure reading aloud.
Because the best holiday stories aren’t about what’s on the table…they’re about who’s gathered around it.
Book Review
E and Me: Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! is a picture book story about Tuck the turkey and his best friend little E, who find fun in every day.
From jumping in leaves to giggling at lunchtime, the two very different friends transmit their special form of delight, celebration, and interactive pleasures into each other and the world.
Most of all, food is a draw as the turkey and his friend observe its delights.
Ann Aubitz creates a compelling exploration of warmth and shared experiences that will delight read-aloud adults seeking to transmit the special joy of a day’s opportunities to the very young.
Packed with drawings as colorful as its action-filled adventures, E and Me: Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! offers many inviting lessons, from friendship between disparate individuals to how the routines and discoveries of daily living can translate to positivity and new connections.
Elementary-level librarians seeking picture book stories that will resonate with a wide audience will find E and Me: Gobble, Gobble, Wheeeee! an outstanding celebration of “ordinary” life that’s worthy of acquisition and top recommendation.
~D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book Review | Editor, Donovan’s Literary Services