Let's Go to the Hardware Store

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

Review Date: August 3, 2016

Review

The story line has this situation portrayed just right. Upon moving into a new, older home Dad needs tools to work on this fix-it-upper. A visit to the local hardware story become an enchanting environment for education. Rockwell takes readers on a tour of the store, while her text teaches children about tools. Iwai gives the pages life while adding to the experience by illustrating various types of tools including hammers, screwdrivers and nails. Although predictable it is amusing that Dad forgets what Mom requested.

Both a boy and a girl are shown enjoying this outing with Dad, hardware stores are indeed fun for everyone. A combination of an informative believable story and attractive detailed illustrations make this a winner for all public libraries. Great book for Dad to read with his youngsters.

Overall Book Score: very good