Week 13:

Duck & Goose VS Sparky!

Duck & Goose:

Age range: Probably around 4-8 yrs old.

Summary:

Like James Marshall’s George and Martha, and Rosemary Wells’s Benjamin and Tulip, Duck and Goose have to work at getting along. You see, Duck doesn’t much care for Goose at first, and Goose isn’t fond of Duck. But both want the egg that each claims to be his. As the two tend to their egg, and make plans for the future, they come to appreciate one another’s strengths. And when a bluebird points out that it isn’t really an egg—it’s a polka dot ball—the two are not dismayed. After all, it is a lovely ball. . . .

Review:

Duck & Goose is a sweet book. The pairing of these two characters makes for a good read. I didn’t find this book to be amazing, but it was enjoyable. Oh yeah, and the illustrations are very good, so that’s a plus too!

Sparky!:

Age range: Probably around 4-8 yrs old.

Summary:

The ingenious author of 17 Things I'm Not Allowed to Do Anymore and a brilliant illustrator and production designer of the Coraline movie have created a hilarious, touching picture book perfect for young animal lovers. Like the Caldecott Medal-winning Officer Buckle and Gloria, Sparky stars a pet who has more to offer than meets the eye. When our narrator orders a sloth through the mail, the creature that arrives isn't good at tricks or hide-and-seek . . . or much of anything. Still, there's something about Sparky that is irresistible. 

Review:

This is one of the very few books I’ve read that I did not enjoy. The story just didn’t do it for me. I found it kind of boring. I’m not a fan of giving a bad review all around, but this just left too much to be desired. Sadly, I’d say this is one to skip.

The Winner:

Congratulations to Duck & Goose! 

We will see you in November!

We’ll see everyone else next week!