Emily’s Big Discovery (The World of Emily Windsnap, #1) by Liz Kessler, Joanie Stone
Series: The World of Emily Windsnap
Published by Candlewick Press on April 12, 2022
ISBN: 1536215228
Pages: 64
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy
Format: Early Reader
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Emily Windsnap stories are now available in early reader format perfect for gr K-2 readers. This first title in the new younger series is full of action, emotion and fantasy. Emily learns something that is very unique; she is a mermaid and has no reason to be afraid of the water. As the character explores her new underwater world young readers will be delighted with the test and lush illustrations. Her mother’s warnings and Emilie’s hesitations are overcome when she sees her long lovely mermaid tail. Both Emily and her new friend Shona experience their first adventures. Little sisters of readers of the Emily Windsnap series are sure to be pleased to receive or borrow this new title for emerging readers. The illustrations are charming, show character emotions and have use lovely colors. The text by Kessler in this first book totally introduces readers to Emily and her adventures. Add to public library and primary school shelves and gift to teacher classroom collections. This is the perfect gift for a K or first grade birthday gift.

Reviewed by Jan Hamilton, Retired Youth Services Librarian