Places to Be

Reviewed by: Amy McInerney - Falmouth Elementary School, Falmouth, Choose Library District

Review Date: December 12, 2017

Review

Simple text pairs with beautiful illustrations to form this picture book. Two bear characters are shown throughout the book as text states they have places to be, including being sneaky, being sad, and being jubilant. The book concludes with how they will be friends through everything, weaving a theme of friendship throughout every situation. Perfect for a lap-sit or a read-aloud, teachers and caregivers will find a lot of discussion starters with each scene portrayed. Children will see themselves reflected in situations, and will be prompted to share when they feel "cozy and warm," or "beastly." A good tool to give children a voice to their emotions. This book will be one that children will return to over and over again for its comfort and its simplicity.

Overall Book Score: very good