FICTION

Grow Happy

by Sage Foster Lasser
LASSER, Jon & . illus. by Christopher Lyles. 32p. Magination. Feb. 2017. Tr $15.95. ISBN 9781433823312.
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K-Gr 2—Kiko is a special gardener: she knows how to grow happiness. For this task, Kiko makes smart choices, such as finding an ideal location to plant the seeds, providing plenty of sun and water, and caring for the plant until it starts to grow. Through this analogy, the authors communicate to kids that taking care of one's mind and body can result in a sense of happiness and well-being. However, unforeseen circumstances, in this case poor weather and a plant-hungry bug, can arise. Lyles's use of bold colors—yellow and reds are juxtaposed with shades of green and orange—lends a springlike quality to the illustrations and matches the sunniness of the subject matter. The medium-size print makes this a solid selection for read-alouds or storytimes.
VERDICT A charming and to-the-point book for addressing mindfulness with young children, perfect for classrooms and libraries.
Reviewed by Kathia Ibacache, Simi Valley Public Library, CA , Mar 01, 2017

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