That's Me Loving You

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 27, 2017

Review

A sweet story that conveys the love that a parent/caregiver feels for their child whether they are nearby or not. The lyrical text accompanied by soft, retro-style illustrations weave a comforting and touching tale of love. Boys and girls of various races are featured throughout the story that creatively shows that they are never really separated from their family in spirit. The children experience the wonders of nature on their own outdoors with imaginative clues that their loved one is reaching out to them. In the final pages, a child is with parent/caregiver making a school lunch together then ends with the smiling child heading out for school on their own.

The simple text with lots of white space is balanced by the detailed illustrations that help create an atmosphere of safety and contentment. A positive story that will resonate with parents/caregivers and children.

Overall Book Score: very good