PICTURE BOOKS

Like This

by Claire Lebourg
Nov. 2024. 40p. Tr $19.95. ISBN 9798893389029.
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K-Gr 3–Lebourg shows how different ­moments make a parent feel about the child. Each moment between two brownish bird characters is illustrated in pastels and soft ­colors to accentuate the emotions. The parent, an artist, narrates how “When you’re not with me, I picture you… like this.” One scene is the parent creating art alone, and opposite is the child happily at play. ­Children following along when this book is read out loud will love participating as they catch on to the repeated use of “like this.” Slightly older readers may realize that emotions are being depicted along with activities and different scenarios.
VERDICT This sweet and charming book shows children how to connect emotions and memories through simple, ­repetitive language and softly ­colored illustrations.
Reviewed by Tracey S. Hodges , Nov 01, 2024

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