The Topsy-Turvy Bus

The Topsy-Turvy Bus has arrived

Reuse, recycle, renew, and rethink!

Climb aboard the Topsy-Turvy Bus with Maddy and Jake as it travels around the country teaching communities the importance of taking care of the earth and creating a better, cleaner, healthier world. 

Based on a real Topsy-Turvy Bus created by Hazon, the largest Jewish environmental organization in North America.

Order now from McLean & Eakin, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, or your local bookstore! Stop in to Oak Park’s Book Beat for signed copies.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, December 10, 2022 10:00 a.m. to noon

Kalamazoo Area SCBWI-MI Shop Talk – SO YOU PUBLISHED A BOOK? NOW THE REAL WORK BEGINS! Come hear my journey as a debut author and discover how I managed to book a virtual author visit to over 400 students without ever having contacted a school.

Comstock Public Schools Administration Building

Saturday, October 8, 2022 2:30-3:30

Royal Oak Public Library

The Royal Oak Public Library is the place to be. Come hear a story-time presentation about alternative energy sources, fresh new ideas and making the world a better, cleaner place for us all. Book Beat will be selling copies of the book and Anita will be signing them. The peddle-powered bike will be on hand to see if kids are strong enough to generate their own electricity. And there may be worms! The event is free, but registration is required.

Rochester, New York – Louise S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester

Sunday, October 23, 2022 2:00 p.m.

Come join Anita for a fantastic book talk and signing, complete with super fun activities. This organization is creating a special event to celebrate the Earth, the book and all the positive things we can do to make the world a better place one fresh new idea at a time.

West Bloomfield, Michigan – West Bloomfield JCC Book Fair

Sunday, November 6, 2022 3-5 p.m.

Join Anita, the bus, the book, and a bunch of activities for the entire family. If you’ve missed all the other events, this is the one to attend. Details coming soon!