Rating: Additional
HarperCollins, 2008, $14.99
ISBN: 9780061667992
Age/Grade Level: Ages 0-4
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While this story sends a very sweet and important message - that a child is loved by its parent no matter what - I have seen similar books deliver this messages with more elegance. The colorful, balloon animal-esque illustrations are eye catching and fun, but make it difficult to connect to the story. With no sense of realism, the full impact of unconditional love cannot be impressed upon a child. Overall, a sweet sentiment that does not match its colorful illustrations.
Reviewer: Monica Barette, Orange Public Library
HarperCollins, 2008, $14.99
ISBN: 9780061667992
Age/Grade Level: Ages 0-4
View this book on Amazon
While this story sends a very sweet and important message - that a child is loved by its parent no matter what - I have seen similar books deliver this messages with more elegance. The colorful, balloon animal-esque illustrations are eye catching and fun, but make it difficult to connect to the story. With no sense of realism, the full impact of unconditional love cannot be impressed upon a child. Overall, a sweet sentiment that does not match its colorful illustrations.
Reviewer: Monica Barette, Orange Public Library
