Chu's First Day of School

Reviewed by: Jill O'Connor - North Yarmouth Academy, Yarmouth, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 6, 2014

Review

This is the second Chu book (Chu's Day) and is equally delightful. Chu starts school and is very worried what the other students will think of his sneeze. He keeps it a secret as all the other animals name one thing that they are good at. When Chu finally does unleash his "one thing" (thanks to a cloud of chalk dust), the other students approve. Chu's apprehension is quelled and he can sleep easy. This will appeal to students, both because of the gorgeous illustrations by Rex, but because every child worries about the first day of school, and being accepted. And every child likes to see the roof blown off the school by a giant panda sneeze. Funny, gorgeously illustrated, loveable character, and a huge sneeze at the end (which delighted an audience of 3-5-year-olds). Recommended.

Overall Book Score: excellent