Quick Booktalk
This collection of stories and poems for young children was originally published in 1986 and has been re-released for a new generation of little ones.
About the Illustrations
The gentle, cozy pictures done in dePaola's beloved and instantly recognizable style are the real draw of this book. The tales included can be found almost anywhere, but fans of Tomie dePaola which enjoy his visual interpretations of these old favorites.
Story Time Possibilities
This collection is worth looking at for a few short pieces to supplement a story time plan. Because there are minimal illustrations per story, it might be tricky to share them with a larger group, but it would be manageable with a small audience. A few of the poems and stories are adaptable for the flannel board, but if the main point of the book is to share dePaola's art, it may not be worth doing so.
Readers Advisory
This book would be a great start to a child's library. As such, it would be a great gift for a baby shower, baptism, or first birthday or Christmas. Though the book is from the '80s, it doesn't have an outdated or cheesy feel. The text and art both feel timeless. For parents like me who grew up with Tomie dePaola, it could have the added benefit of stirring up pleasant childhood memories, but the book also holds up well enough on its own without needing to appeal to nostalgia.
Disclosure
I received a review copy of Tomie dePaola's Favorite Nursery Tales from Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers in exchange for an honest review.
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