Tales That Spark Wonder in Young Readers

Children are always wondering why they have to do certain things, and this book offers thoughtful explanations instead of the usual “because I said so.” The reasons are shared in a warm, understandable way for young readers, making it both reassuring and nicely done overall. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)

I really like how the author gently leads young children to learn from the other family members in the story. The rhymes make it fun to read, and the message is both educational and entertaining. The illustrations are fantastic as well. I bought the book for my four-year-old grandson, who asks me the same kinds of questions, and it suits him perfectly. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)

I really appreciated seeing a Black girl as the main character and enjoyed most of the artwork throughout the book. One visual detail, the white chairs, felt a little unsettling to me as they reminded me of white sheets, which I did not enjoy. I also would have preferred a slightly more powerful ending to the story. Overall, the illustrations are colorful and engaging. (This review has been adapted for display on this website.)