Ghosh, Ronojoy. No Place Like Home. Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2019. Unpaged. $17.00 ISBN 9780802855220. Ages 3-6. P7Q7
George is one grumpy polar bear who feels like something isn’t quite right. This book follows George’s journey to find where he fits in. From the sea to the highest trees he’s tried it all and nothing feels quite right and George is still grumpy. The story line keeps you engaged and guessing what place George will try next to find where he belongs. The book contains a great lesson that I feel many children and adults can relate to–feeling unhappy or grumpy in a certain situation and having to search for what makes you happy. The book ends with George finally finding where he belongs and finally being happy. Illustrations are pretty plain and basic but also bright in color.
Verdict: A great book to teach children to find something that makes them happy or a place where they feel they fit in. Also a great reminder that every situation/place/sport isn’t for everyone and it is okay to find what makes you happy.
October 2019 review by Melissa Roberts.
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