Joe Carr Shares THE ADVENTURES OF FRED THE FLY

According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), children read to frequently show higher proficiency in writing, reading and math skills. These benefits from early reading motivated Joe Carr to read to his children and grandchildren regularly.

Originally created as a bedtime story for his six grandchildren, Carr wrote "The Adventures of Fred the Fly," an enlightening children's story that highlights a young fly and his journey making new friends. Throughout the story, Carr highlights the importance of helping those in need and encouraging children to use their imaginations.

With the use of vibrant colored images and a story that takes place outdoors, Carr hopes to encourage children to leave their electronics aside and get outside.

"I hope this can be a keepsake for my family," Carr said. "Other families can use this book at home and have confidence knowing that their little one is using their imagination and sowing the seed of learning through the written word."

"The Adventures of Fred the Fly"
By Joe Carr
ISBN: 978-1-5144-6225-6
Available in softcover, e-book
Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Xlibris

About the author

Joe Carr is a 78-year-old retired police officer who dedicated 30 years of service to the Birmingham/West Midlands area. He has been married to his wife for 48 years and together they have two daughters and six grandchildren, between the ages of two and ten. "The Adventures of Fred the Fly" is a story that he read to his children and grandchildren and has been left open-ended for further adventures by the characters mentioned.