The Favorite Book by Bethanie Deeney Murguia
Published by Candlewick Press on October 8, 2019
ISBN: 1536204463
Pages: 32
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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“The favorites we pick, the choices we make, become part of us and the path that we take.” This sweet, simple rhyming picture book gets young readers thinking about their favorite things, whether it’s colors, trees, instruments, or treats. Many children love to rattle off these favorites, but stopping to think about how and why they chose them invites an opportunity for some meaningful reflection and dialogue about how we make decisions and pick our favorite things. Is it quick and effortless, or does it require lots of careful consideration? Do we make these choices on our own, or are they influenced by others? Through simple verse and cheerful, bright illustrations, this read-aloud opens the door to potential conversations about making choices, and being true to one’s self. With so much increasing pressure and focus on academic performance, this is a great way to slow down and nurture a child’s emotional intelligence. Recommended for grades PreK-2.

Reviewed by Kat Luedke, Long Island Community Library