Our Favorite Day by Joowon Oh
Published by Candlewick Press on August 16, 2019
ISBN: 1536203572
Pages: 32
Genres: Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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A charming  picture book for 3-7 year  old children featuring   a young girl and her grandfather.  There is one day of each week that is very special for them both;  thus the book’s title: “Our Favorite Day.” Each look forward to this special day of the week.  We are shown  Grandfather eagerly awaiting and preparing for the arrival of his granddaughter.   The day before the visit,  we see Grandfather’s eager anticipation  as he goes about  his daily routine while  in addition,  making  several extra stops in preparation for an activity in which both can participate.   And  When that SPECIAL  day arrives,  we see the expression of joy on the young girl’s face as she runs to Grandfather for a hug. The ending of the story shows them sharing lunch AND   the special activity.  This story of pure and simple joy  that such a relationship  brings is exceptionally  well depicted!

A  simple story, but one that nicely highlights  the very special relationship between a grandparent and their grandchild. Appropriate for 3- 7 year old children when doing a unit on grandparents.  May help to foster  appreciation of such a special  relationship.

Illustrations are watercolor, gouache, and paper collage.  Bright,  colorful and expressive.

I give this book a four star rating.

 

Reviewed by Connie M. Smith, Breakwater School, Portland, ME