My Little Sister and Me

PreS-Gr 2—In this endearing tale, two siblings walk home from school together for the first time. Readers bounce, hop, and giggle with a boy and his little sister as they embark on an adventure from the bus stop to their front door. Along the way, they dodge a thunderstorm, hide from some eager squirrels, pick up found treasures, play medieval knights, and sing new songs. Challenges arise when the little sister misses her teddy bear and when she has to use the potty. When she falls in a puddle, she doesn't cry at all, and her big brother agrees that she's number one and very brave. A proud mom waits for the pair at home, where they're greeted with hugs and kisses. After dinner, the boy is given a most special honor from his proud family. Expressive illustrations evoke the characters' moods perfectly, and the simple compositions are paced for easy visual navigation. Watercolor and pencil illustrations lend themselves to the relatable quality of this poignant tale.