Barnacle is Bored

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

Review Date: January 10, 2017

Review

Simple and clever, Fenske's first book is fantastic. Using many opposite concepts and action verbs, Barnacle laments his humdrum life hanging off a pier. He imagines that a passing fish has so much more fun. Until that fish becomes lunch for a hungry eel. Funny how quickly one's outlook can change due to a shift in perspective. A fun and funny read-aloud and a book that can foster a discussion about routine and the idea of boredom. Make sure to give your barnacle a fun voice or accent when reading aloud for even more story time silliness. A must-have for any library.

Overall Book Score: excellent