BOARD BOOK REVIEW: Kitty-Corn Club--Parts of Us by Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham
ABOUT THE BOOK
All are welcome in the kitty-corn club! Whether you’re long-tailed or short-tailed, furry or feathered, taloned or tentacled, you are just right.
From head to toe and horn to tail, join Kitty and Unicorn—alongside Gecko, Parakeet, and a new Octopus friend—as they demonstrate, with humor and creativity, the many ways our bodies may be different, unique, and amazing.
Teeny-tiny mini-moo
Kitty-corns will read with you
Silly-willy hardy-hars
Let’s all look at body parts
REVIEW
This fun board book brings back Kitty-Corn and her friends, Unicorn, Gecko, and Parrot. The book begins with the friends highlighting their own unique versions of various body parts. After comparing tails, the friends are surprised when an octopus in glasses pops up with 'tentacles' (which are really arms--a fact noted on the back cover). After going through several more body parts (tongues, backs, and toes), none of which Octopus has, the creature gets more and more uncertain and sad. When Kitty-Corn and company realize what's happening, they come up with a way to include Octopus. This cute story of inclusion highlights not only body parts but that all can be appreciated and included whatever their differences. Pham's adorable illustrations blend nicely with Hale's brief text with the facial expressions taking center stage. And one can't help but admire Octopus's efforts to join the group. Don't all children need to feel like they belong? Perfect for sharing one-on-one with gentle reminders of being kind and including others. Recommended.
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