Mr. Owl's Bakery

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

Review Date: June 17, 2016

Review

Having originated in Korea this title is illustrated by Yang in a new and pleasing style that will be appreciated by American children. There is lots of movement across the page as Mr. Owl tries to figure out why he is constantly short two donuts. Readers will know of one thief but a surprise is later delivered that reveals two culprits. As the storyline evolves there are opportunities to count and to use mathematical skills. The illustrations are silly and explosive, using lots of orange, blue and red.

Primary math classrooms will find this book useful and art teachers may want to present this art style to their classes. Make a gift to any promising primary grade mathematician.

Overall Book Score: good