My Teacher's Not Here!

Reviewed by: Sarah Cropley - Scarborough Public Library, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: October 9, 2018

Review

My Teacher's Not Here is a gentle title that will help young and nervous kids plan for the strangeness of having a substitute teacher. This is a worry that affects many young ones, and the shy and fearful Kitty learns that, yes, the day is different but things will still be okay. Battuz's simple, bright illustration convey the anxiety that Kitty is experiencing, as well as her growing comfort and joy as everything is okay. This text can be used to prepare and individual child or a whole class when a beloved teacher might be absent for the first time.

Overall Book Score: very good