The Green Umbrella is short picture book featuring an elephant with a green umbrella. The elephant meets a cast of other adorable creatures. Each one thinks that the elephant's green umbrella is theirs and they explain the adventures they have gone on with it.
Ok let me say I LOVED this book! **My son and I took turns reading the pages of this book. It was still on a higher level than he is at but I helped him with the words he struggled with.
He seemed to enjoy the book and loved the pictures. His favorite was when they all try to stop Elephant from leaving. Mine was the Bear's flying machine.The illustrations really make this book and Sassouni does an AMAZING job portraying these adorably stylized creatures. The color palate is great and the expressions on each animal really drew my son in.
The story itself is wonderful. I love that each animal has a different imaginary use for the umbrella. Such the Bears flying machine and Hedgehog's boat. I love that in the end all of the animals become friends and go on adventures. I also love that even though Elephant knows that it is his umbrella he never hesitates to share it with the others so that they can stay dry/out of the sun. Such a great positive message that isn't overt or preachy. Elephant is also vocal in letting them know it is his. So I love that juxtaposition of teaching children to stand up for their things but to always be polite and share.
This is a great book for young children and early readers. I HIGHLY recommend this book not just for the great story and message but for the amazing illustrations.
5 out of 5 stars!
* I recieved a free copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion
** This book was read with my 8 year old severely learning disabled son. The review reflects also reflects his opinion and how well he did with the book.
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