“In Summer seven animals learn to share.”
Synopsis
In Summer, the burning hot sun hangs in the sky, and animals race to find a spot of shade in the grasslands. They finally find shelter under a tree, but neither the elephant, the rhino, the leopard, nor the fox want to share.
It’s not until the animals witness a selfless act of love that they realize there may be a way to help each other.
#MelAndNikkiReview
Summer is a heartfelt children’s book that is a testament to the power of kindness and sharing. The story starts with an argument on who got to the tree first as all the animals needed some shade from the summer heat. Soon after they realize that kindness and by sharing they can all get some much needed shade.
We just loved this book especially it’s positive messaging. The illustrations are beautiful and we really enjoyed the different size of pages within the book – really cool! Overall, this is a great story to share with your little one and with the weather heating up, it has a great message about finding some shade. 😉
Therefore, for this #MelAndNikkiReview we give it 5 shadows out of 5! It is recommended for children ages three to six. If you would like to purchase a copy of this book, click here.
“I give it 10 million thumbs up!” – Nikki, Age 4
About the Author
Cao Wenxuan grew up in rural China and is now a professor of Chinese literature and children’s literature. He is the author of several celebrated books for young readers. His fluid, poetic prose depicts honest, sometimes raw, and often melancholy moments of life. He has also received significant recognition for his academic research and teaching in the field of children’s literature and won the Hans Christian Andersen Author Award in 2016.
About the Illustrator
Yu Rong is an award-winning Chinese illustrator of children’s picture books, especially known for her use of cut paper in her artwork.
Until next time…Happy Parenting!
– Momma Braga
* This book was provided in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are our own.
