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Lacked authenticity and a super clear purpose
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Review by: Matilda
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Lacked authenticity and a super clear purpose
This book describes an interaction between Charley and Emma, a ‘normal’ boy and a girl with limb differences. When Charley describes Emma as weird, his mum turns it into a teaching moment and they go to speak to Emma, where they learn more about Emma. This young family aimed children’s book contained effective illustrations, a clear plot, simple characters and a good message, however, it lacked authenticity and a super clear purpose. While it was effective in conveying the target plot, I wouldn’t reach for it again in a hurry.