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Daddy's Back-to-School Shopping Adventure

by Alan Lawrence SITOMER
illus. by Abby Carter. 40p. Disney-Hyperion. 2015. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781423184218. LC 2013044767.
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K-Gr 2—In another addition to the series, the whole family ventures to the store to obtain back-to-school supplies. Daddy makes sure to specify that the only purchases will be what is on the list. Constantly side tracked, the kids try to get lots of items that are definitely not school related (pet monkey included). In a surprising turn of events, Daddy spots a nostalgic yellow bus lunchbox that he absolutely must have and is definitely not on the list. The kids sense his weakness and load the cart up with as many nonlist items as possible. Mom thankfully puts a stop to the madness, and Daddy even gets a surprise at the end—the coveted lunchbox. The illustrations are fun and vibrant. Readers will enjoy the familiarity of the story line, even if it has been done before.
VERDICT Though the story is slightly disjointed in its delivery, fans of the series will enjoy this addition. Purchase where more back-to-school books are needed.
Reviewed by Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, PA
When school-supply shopping with his kids, Daddy strictly enforces the only-if-it's-on-the-list rule. But when Daddy wants something not on the list, the kids remind him of the rule--and then Daddy starts making deals. Shopping carts brimming with nonessential supplies and humorous dialogue (some of which is adult-aimed) inject welcome silliness into what can be a fraught errand.
, Aug 01, 2015

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