Dave's Cave

Reviewed by: Connie Smith - Breakwater School, Portland, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 10, 2018

Review

A curious cave man named Dave lives surrounded by green grass and big rocks. Dave likes his cave, as do his friends, but SOMETHING his making him unhappy. He is kept awake at night by thinking that perhaps there is a better cave out there somewhere. Dave goes on a search and discovers many caves that are not at all suitable. Finally, comes upon a nice cave. Why it even has green grass and big rocks. This is the perfect cave, thinks Dave. Dave moves in. Dave is "home."

The theme of this story is two fold: "there's no place like home, and "the grass is always greener."

This story is told in a very simple manner. We know nothing about "Dave" other than the fact he is unhappy. The story certainly gets the point across clearly and succinctly; however. a bit more character and plot development might have made the story more interesting.

A fun, quick read. Good for a lesson on appreciating what we have!

Overall Book Score: good