A Guide to Sisters

A Guide to Sisters

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 15, 2015

Review

Yes sisters do come in two (or more) sizes; this older sister shares her experiences with readers. Comical and uncomfortable situations arise which the big sister usually handles in a gentle and patient manner. There are two occasions when big sis manages to manipulate little sis, taking advantage of her advanced years.

The art is sparse line drawings that do the job complimenting the story line. Although the colors are bright there is an abundance of white space. Cute, pink, and rather sweet this is a book for families with girls. Make this title available to any 4 – 7 year old girl who is about to become a big sister. Public libraries always have a need for books that deal with sibling relationships.

Overall Book Score: good


About the Book

Author:

Metcalf, Paula

Illustrator: Barton, Suzanne

Illustration Quality: good

Publisher: Random House

Book Type: picture book fiction

Genre: realistic fiction

Audience: preschool,grades k-3

Binding Type: trade edition

Binding Quality: fair

ISBN: 9780533498998

Price: 17.99