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40 pp.
| Little
| October, 2019
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TradeISBN 978-0-316-43127-9$18.99
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EbookISBN 978-0-316-43126-2
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PS
Ava and her mother spend Saturdays together, but a series of misadventures derails their perfectly planned day. Mom tries to make the best of things, repeating the refrain: "Today will be special. Today will be splendid. Today is SATURDAY!" But when even Mom reaches her limit, Ava steps up. Mora's (Thank You, Omu!) gorgeous cut-paper and collage illustrations depict a colorful, bustling city. This simple, well-crafted tale holds universal lessons for children and adults alike.
Reviewer: Monique Harris
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2019
40 pp.
| Little
| October, 2018
|
TradeISBN 978-0-316-43124-8$18.99
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EbookISBN 978-0-316-43123-1
(2)
K-3
The "scrumptious scent" of grandmotherly Omu's thick red stew wafts out her apartment window; a little boy inquires after the delicious smell, followed by a peckish police officer and more until Omu's generosity means that she has no stew left for dinner. But everyone returns, this time to share with Omu. Mixed-media layers give the collage illustrations depth. Mora times her story perfectly, and repetition will encourage group participation.
Reviewer: Susan Dove Lempke
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
November, 2018
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