Mantchev, Lisa. Sister Day! Illustrated by Sonia Sánchez. Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2017. $17.99. ISBN 9781481437950. Ages 3-7. P6 Q7
Lizzie has always admired her older sister and the stories she tells; but as her sister grows older and has more responsibilities, Lizzie begins to feel abandoned. This feeling inspires Lizzie to show her appreciation for her sister in a grand gesture of sisterly love. As siblings grow up it is common for them to pursue different interests and spend more time apart. This book celebrates imagination and storytelling through the special relationship sisters share. The cheerful illustrations have rough lines that add texture. Sometimes they are like a child’s sketches with twirling lines and smudges of color—a style that fits nicely with the storyline.
Verdict: This is book will be popular with sisters, especially those with a large age difference. It has a place in the public library and for personal use.
October 2017 review by Lillian Curanzy.
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