Tales That Spark Wonder in Young Readers

I really enjoyed this book, and the illustrations are absolutely delightful. I read it aloud to my five-year-old neighbor, and she immediately started coming up with her own questions. I can easily imagine preschool and early elementary teachers using it with their classes and even creating their own Why can’t I books together. There is so much here to enjoy and to think about. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)

This book is absolutely adorable. I love the artwork and the way the answers to Sara’s questions are short, clear, and written in rhyme. It makes the story fun to read aloud and easy for children to follow. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)

My daughter began asking, “Why can’t I?” when she was very young, and now that she is eight, the question still comes up all the time. Taking the time to answer her and give age-appropriate explanations feels essential for her growth and for building trust between us. I really like having this bright, content-rich picture book as an example of how to respond to those questions. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)