FICTION

First Joys

by Véronique Joffre (text) & illus. by Véronique Joffre

Apr. 2025. 36p. Board $12.99. ISBN 9780593889350.

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Baby-Toddler–This heartwarming tribute to first experiences celebrates animals and humans alike. Each spread pairs an animal and a human enjoying a similar milestone. For example, the text “Enjoying the discovery/ of new foods” is accompanied by an image of a bird feeding her chicks a worm, while the next page depicts a young child messily eating with a spoon. With its soft palette and charming paper cutout illustrations, this gentle story is a great choice for bedtime reading.

VERDICT A supplemental purchase for libraries.

Reviewed by Brooke Newberry , Mar 01, 2025

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